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Hyundai Kona vs VW Tiguan comparison
Compare performance (218 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or VW Tiguan?
Kona
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,521 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 388 km more than the VW Tiguan.
Tiguan
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan offers slightly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is somewhat faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.
Kona
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is somewhat lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers visibly more boot space – 652 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 186 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries marginally more – 533 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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VW Tiguan
Hyundai Kona
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Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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VW Tiguan
The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
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Hyundai Kona
VW Tiguan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Length
4,539 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Height
1,658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VW
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