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Hyundai Tucson vs KGM Rexton comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or KGM Rexton?

Hyundai Tucson vs KGM Rexton: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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KGM Rexton

  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the KGM Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the KGM Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the KGM Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the KGM Rexton delivers a bit more torque with 441 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm more.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: KGM Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is noticeably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

Looking at boot space, the KGM Rexton offers visibly more boot space – 784 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

When it comes to payload, the KGM Rexton carries visibly more – 845 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is clearly superior overall 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.

from £20,900
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Reviews Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Mike bird
29 Mar 2026, 15:20:07

Good car would have been better if it was all electric this PHEV is not a lot of good and there is so much that can go wrong . Expensive with the luxury road tax .

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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

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The Rexton is a roomy, rugged SUV that prioritizes comfort and practical utility, making it a sensible choice for families and buyers who need genuine off-road capability. It offers solid refinement and a generous equipment level for the money, though the brand still trails more mainstream rivals in recognition.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
41,100 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
216 - 219 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,105 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
730 - 845 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
149 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
KGM
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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