Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a starting price of €42640, compared to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…), which starts at €32990.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) is a SUV, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is a Hatchback.

While the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 88 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) maxes out at 75 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 300 kg, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.