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Kia Stonic vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (20,100 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Tesla Model Y?

Kia Stonic vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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

Stonic

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.

Kia Stonic is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,100 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,143 £.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 345 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 7.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model Y is very slightly faster – reaching 201 km/h, while the Kia Stonic tops out at 182 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

Stonic

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, Kia Stonic is clearly lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 748 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more boot space – 822 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 470 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 983 L more than the Kia Stonic.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries marginally more – 472 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is clearly superior 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
Kia Stonic
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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Kia Stonic
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,100 - 26,600 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
127 - 133 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,165 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Tesla
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