Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 vs Kona Long Range
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General Info
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47840. The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €10990 on the used car market.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is a Liftback, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) is a SUV.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2016-2019 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Czech Republic, India, South Korea |
| Body Style | Liftback | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €47840 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10990 | €37390 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019).
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 200 km | 420 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 514 km |
| Range (GCC) | 200 km | 415 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 30.5 kWh | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 28 kWh | 65.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.14 km/kWh | 6.35 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) maxes out at 69 kW.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 69 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.5 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 88 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 118 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 295 Nm | 255 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) has a longer body, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4470 mm | 4355 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm | 2100 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…), but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) doesn’t have one.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1495 kg | 1798 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 466 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1410 l | 1300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 6.2 |
