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

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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 Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) for as low as €15999, while the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) was never offered for sale in Europe.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) is a SUV, whereas the Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is a Hatchback.

Property Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Years of Production 2018-2019 2017-2019
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture South Korea USA
Body Style SUV Hatchback
Market Availability EU USA
Price Europe (Used) €15999 - Price Europe (Used)
GCC Score 5.2 5.1

Range and Efficiency

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019).

Property Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 383 km
Range (WLTP) 289 km - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 246 km 364 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 42 kWh 60 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 39.2 kWh 57 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 15.9 kWh/100 km 15.7 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.28 km/kWh 6.39 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.9 7.1

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 50 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) maxes out at 44 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW.

Property Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 7.2 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 44 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 4 4.3

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 100 kW 150 kW
Motor Power (hp) 134 hp 201 hp
Motor Torque 395 Nm 360 Nm
0-100 km/h 9.7 s 7.2 s
Top Speed 155 km/h 146 km/h
Performance Score 3 3.5

Dimensions

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) and Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) are about the same size.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Length 4180 mm 4166 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2070 mm 2039 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1800 mm 1765 mm
Height 1570 mm 1595 mm
Wheelbase 2600 mm 2601 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) 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 Kona Electric Standard Range Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1610 kg 1624 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 332 l 479 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1114 l 1603 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.3 4.7
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