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Hyundai Tucson vs Mitsubishi Space Star comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mitsubishi Space Star?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mitsubishi Space Star: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Space Star

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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.

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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 31,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mitsubishi Space Star with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Space Star

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 Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers substantially more torque with 379 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 277 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is substantially lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 602 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson 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.

from £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manual, 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
Hyundai Tucson
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

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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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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
-
Length
3,845 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi
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