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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
611 - 744 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
799 L
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Length
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Length
5,021 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
432 - 442 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
493 - 750 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Tesla
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