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Renault Arkana vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (28,500 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Arkana or Hyundai Kona?

Renault Arkana vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Renault Arkana

3.8 (6 Reviews)
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Customer feedback generally presents the Arkana as an economical, stylish and practical family crossover that suits everyday needs. Owners often praise its fuel economy, space and safety, while noting it isn’t a sporty coupe; a few reports of serious mechanical issues and costly repairs also appear. Opinions are mixed enough that broader reliability trends aren’t fully clear from the available comments.

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Arkana

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Kona is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Renault Arkana costs 28,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Renault Arkana with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Hyundai Kona offers noticeably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Renault Arkana takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers noticeably more torque with 265 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Arkana

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is moderately lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 451 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is decisively 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
Renault Arkana
Hyundai Kona

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Renault Arkana

The Arkana stands out with its striking coupe-SUV design, blending sporty aesthetics with practicality. Its bold silhouette and high ride height offer a unique presence on the road, attracting attention wherever it goes. Inside, the Arkana combines modern technology with comfort, making it a versatile choice for both city driving and weekend getaways.

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Renault Arkana
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,500 - 31,900 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
106 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,821 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
451 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
143 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
205 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
105 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Renault
Brand
Hyundai
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