Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Hyundai Tucson or Vauxhall Frontera?
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.
Vauxhall Frontera has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Hyundai Tucson costs 30600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10149 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs clearly better – achieving up to 408 km, about 338 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson has a decisively edge – offering 252 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 379 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is slightly lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeable more room – 620 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs somewhat better – up to 1799 L, which is about 199 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera a bit takes the win – 644 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.
Overall, the Hyundai Tucson shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30600 - 46300 £
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Price
20500 - 30000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
64 - 70 km
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Electric Range
305 - 408 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
22 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 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 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
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Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4510 - 4535 mm
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Length
4385 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Payload
523 - 545 kg
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Payload
436 - 644 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 252 HP
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Power HP
110 - 145 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
100 - 185 kW
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Power kW
81 - 107 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.