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NIO EL8 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Hyundai Kona?

NIO EL8 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Kona

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • significantly 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

EL8

Costs and Efficiency:

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 NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,486 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 6.6 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 510 km on a single charge.

Kona

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL8 offers considerably 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 EL8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 585 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,243 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers significantly more boot space – 466 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries somewhat more – 577 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona comes out clearly ahead 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 £23,600
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
NIO EL8
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Hyundai Kona

The 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.

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NIO EL8
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
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Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Hyundai
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