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Hyundai Tucson vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Tesla Model Y?

Hyundai Tucson vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,380 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 587 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Model Y

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 Y offers markedly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai Tucson is only slightly faster – reaching 204 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 281 Nm more.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is markedly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 411 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers markedly more boot space – 822 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers moderately more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 339 L more than the Hyundai Tucson.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Hyundai Tucson
Tesla Model Y

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 Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Hyundai Tucson
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,525 - 4,535 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,650 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,795 - 1,799 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Tesla
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