Compare performance (609 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Hyundai Kona?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,991 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is very 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 a bit more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 72 km more than the Hyundai Kona.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 offers clearly more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 405 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 8.1 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
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.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The Kia EV6 is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 163 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
-
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Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
115 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Hyundai
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