Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive vs Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno 9.8 s Runner-up: 10.4 s
Power winner Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive 141 hp Runner-up: 140 hp
Cargo winner Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno 480 L Runner-up: 466 L
Price winner Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno $28,500 Runner-up: $28,750

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive against the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 9.8 seconds, compared with 10.4 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive. 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the higher listed output at 141 hp; 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno is rated at 140 hp, a difference of 1 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive at 265 Nm and 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno at 260 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the lower recorded consumption at 4.7 L/100km; 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno is listed at 6.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 480 litres versus 466 litres, a difference of 14 litres. 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive carries the higher towing rating at 750 kg, while 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno is listed at 700 kg. 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno is 213 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno has the lower listed starting price at $28,500, compared with $28,750 for 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive. 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive2025 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno2024
Performance
0-100 km/h10.4 s9.8 s
Top Speed165 km/h205 km/h
Power141 hp140 hp
Torque265 Nm260 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank42 L50 L
Efficiency4.7 L/100km6.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions107 g/km141 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,355 mm4,568 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm180 mm
Cargo466 L480 L
Curb Weight1,395 kg1,370 kg
Towing750 kg700 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.9 m
Starting MSRP$28,750$28,500

Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive vs Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 9.8 seconds, versus 10.4 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno has the higher listed top speed at 205 km/h (127 mph), compared with 165 km/h (103 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has more power at 141 hp, a 1 hp advantage over 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno has more listed cargo space at 480 litres (17.0 cu ft), versus 466 litres (16.5 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the higher listed towing capacity at 750 kg (1,653 lb), compared with 700 kg (1,543 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive is heavier at 1,395 kg (3,075 lb), while 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno is listed at 1,370 kg (3,020 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $28,500 USD, compared with $28,750 USD for 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive or the 2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno?

2024 Renault Arkana 1.3 TCe 140 Techno leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.