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Hyundai Kona vs NIO EL7 comparison

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?

Hyundai Kona vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

EL7

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 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.

Kona

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 384 - 501 km
Hyundai Kona
NIO EL7

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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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NIO EL7

The 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.

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Hyundai Kona
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
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Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
NIO
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