Compare performance (204 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or NIO EL7?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 7.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 9 km more than the NIO EL7.
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 NIO EL7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 585 Nm more.
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 significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 1,051 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers moderately more boot space – 570 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
The NIO EL7 has the upper hand 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.
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 NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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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 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,912 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 204 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Power kW
480 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
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
NIO
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