Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range vs MG Marvel R Base
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General Info
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €46990. The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €19250 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2019 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Czech Republic, India, South Korea | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €46990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19250 | €23950 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the MG Marvel R (2021-…) has a larger battery, the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 449 km | 402 km |
| Range (GCC) | 382 km | 342 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.97 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 5.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 94 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) maxes out at 77 kW.
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 94 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Performance
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 132 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 177 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 410 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 4.1 |
Dimensions
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4180 mm | 4674 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 2097 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1919 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1618 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2804 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) 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 MG Marvel R (2021-…), but the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) doesn’t have one.
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2018-2019) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1760 kg | 1885 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 332 l | 357 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1114 l | 1396 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 150 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 6.9 |
