Compare performance (288 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VW Polo?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Polo is visibly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 20,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,639 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
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 Hyundai Tucson offers visibly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers slightly more torque with 379 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, VW Polo is markedly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson 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 Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.
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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
116 - 148 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
-
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,751 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
432 - 457 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
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VW
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