USA EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range vs Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a starting price of $32675, while the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 75 kW, while the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) maxes out at 55 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) has more power, the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), but the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) doesn’t have one.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 661 lb, whereas the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.