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Mercedes B Class vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Hyundai Kona?

Mercedes B Class vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Kona

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • only slightly 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

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,558 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Kona

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 Mercedes B Class offers somewhat more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

B Class

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is barely lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers only slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries moderately more – 550 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is slightly ahead 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 £23,600
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
Mercedes B Class
Hyundai Kona

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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Mercedes B Class
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
133 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 550 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hyundai
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