USA EV Comparison: Mazda MX-30 Electric vs Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) has a starting price of , compared to the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), which starts at $32675.

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 Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…).

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 Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) maxes out at 50 kW.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) has more power, the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) and Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) are about the same size.

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 Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) doesn’t have one.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 661 lb, whereas the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.