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Hyundai Tucson vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Renault Rafale?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16645 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.70 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Renault Rafale performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 97 km, about 27 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Rafale

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 Renault Rafale has a minimal edge – offering 300 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs slightly better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is somewhat lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers barely noticeable more room – 627 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1910 L, which is about 111 L more than the Hyundai Tucson.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson somewhat takes the win – 545 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Rafale is far ahead 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.

Hyundai Tucson
Renault Rafale

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Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Hyundai Tucson
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
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, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.