Global EV Comparison: Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh vs Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
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General Info
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €26490. The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €20995 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | Czech Republic, India, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €26490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €20995 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023).
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 306 km | 305 km |
| Range (GCC) | 260 km | 259 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 45 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 44 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 6.61 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.2 | 4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 83 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 111 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 125 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.9 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 145 km/h | 155 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.8 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023).
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 4205 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1813 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1795 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2672 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 350 kg, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Citroën e-C3 Aircross 44 kWh | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1504 kg | 1610 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 332 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1600 l | 1114 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 350 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 5.4 |
