Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Kia EV6?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £. That’s a price difference of around 15505 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Kia EV6 with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.
As for range, the Kia EV6 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 582 km, about 68 km more than the Hyundai Kona.
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 has a decisively edge – offering 609 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 391 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs a bit better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 505 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Hyundai Kona is convincingly lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV6 offers barely noticeable more room – 490 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs slight better – up to 1300 L, which is about 10 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The Kia EV6 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV6 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 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
38 - 47 L
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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
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4695 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 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 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
185 - 260 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 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.