Global EV Comparison: MG ZS EV Gen 1 vs Hyundai Kona Electric 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 MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) for as low as €12145, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) begins at €15999.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2021 | 2018-2019 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Indonesia, India | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €12145 | €15999 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) has a larger battery, the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 263 km | 289 km |
| Range (GCC) | 237 km | 246 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 44.5 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 42.5 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.58 km/kWh | 6.28 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 76 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 MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 76 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.7 | 4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 105 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 141 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 353 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 9.7 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 155 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2018-2019).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4313 mm | 4180 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1566 kg | 1610 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 448 l | 332 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1114 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 5.3 |
