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Hyundai Tucson vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Tesla Model S?

Hyundai Tucson vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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:

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.

Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,380 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 674 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 732 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is markedly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers markedly more boot space – 799 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S stands well ahead of its rival 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Hyundai Tucson
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Hyundai Tucson
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
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Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Tesla
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