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Hyundai Tucson vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VW Arteon?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22384 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

Arteon

Engine and Performance:

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 VW Arteon has a minimal edge – offering 320 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Arteon performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Arteon pulls barely noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is barely noticeable lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers slight more room – 620 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs barely noticeable better – up to 1799 L, which is about 167 L more than the VW Arteon.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon barely noticeable takes the win – 569 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Tucson proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Tucson is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,900
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
Hyundai Tucson
VW Arteon

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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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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Hyundai Tucson
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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.