Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range vs Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range
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General Info
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 Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…), which starts at €30690.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Czech Republic, India, South Korea | Slovakia |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €42640 | €30690 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €32989 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…).
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 322 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 377 km | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 313 km | 343 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.4 kWh | 53.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km | 15.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.47 km/kWh | 6.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) maxes out at 75 kW.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 75 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 4.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 99 kW | 83 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 133 hp | 111 hp |
| Motor Torque | 255 Nm | 125 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 s | 13 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 143 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 1.8 |
Dimensions
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4355 mm | 4395 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2100 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1825 mm | 1795 mm |
| Height | 1575 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2660 mm | 2672 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) 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 Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…).
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range | Citroën e-C3 Aircross Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 1690 kg | 1608 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 466 l | 460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1300 l | 1600 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 300 kg | 550 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 6.8 |
