Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 vs Kona Standard Range

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) for as low as €10990, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) begins at €15999.

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) is a Liftback, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) is a SUV.

Property Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
Years of Production 2016-2019 2018-2019
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea South Korea
Body Style Liftback SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price Europe (Used) €10990 €15999
GCC Score 4.8 5.2

Range and Efficiency

While the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) 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 Standard Range
Range (EPA) 200 km - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 289 km
Range (GCC) 200 km 246 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 30.5 kWh 42 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 28 kWh 39.2 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 14 kWh/100 km 15.9 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 7.14 km/kWh 6.28 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.2 5.9

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 69 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) maxes out at 44 kW.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 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 Standard Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 6.6 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 69 kW 44 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 3.5 4

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 88 kW 100 kW
Motor Power (hp) 118 hp 134 hp
Motor Torque 295 Nm 395 Nm
0-100 km/h 9.9 s 9.7 s
Top Speed 165 km/h 155 km/h
Performance Score 2.8 3

Dimensions

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) has a longer body, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
Length 4470 mm 4180 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2045 mm 2070 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1820 mm 1800 mm
Height 1450 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm 2600 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 (2016-2019) 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).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.

Property Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 1 Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1495 kg 1610 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 350 l 332 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1410 l 1114 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.1 5.3
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