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BMW i4 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (49,400 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Hyundai Kona?

BMW i4 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

BMW i4

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Hyundai Kona

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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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

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,314 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the BMW i4. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 99 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

Kona

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 BMW i4 offers clearly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 383 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers clearly more torque with 795 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

i4

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 significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £49,400
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
BMW i4
Hyundai Kona

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i4

The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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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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BMW i4
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,400 - 62,500 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

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