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Hyundai Kona vs Kia EV6 comparison
Compare performance (218 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Kia EV6?
Hyundai Kona vs Kia EV6: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Kona
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Kona is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,505 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV6. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 68 km more than the Hyundai Kona.
EV6
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 Kia EV6 offers significantly more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 391 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Kia EV6 is very slightly faster – reaching 188 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 505 Nm more.
Kona
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is considerably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers only slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 10 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV6 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Kia EV6
Hyundai Kona
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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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Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
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Hyundai Kona
Kia EV6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Length
4,695 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Height
1,550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Max Speed
185 - 188 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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