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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Hyundai Kona?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

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

IONIQ 6

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,985 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai Kona. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 166 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 432 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 505 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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 visibly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 522 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more boot space – 466 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries moderately more – 490 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is far ahead 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.

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IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Hyundai Kona

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 64,300 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 - 680 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
1,892 - 2,134 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
401 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
386 - 438 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Hyundai
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