Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range vs MG ZS EV Standard Range
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General Info
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €33990. The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €22900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2023 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Czech Republic, India, South Korea | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €33990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €22900 | €13750 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 415 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 484 km | 320 km |
| Range (GCC) | 403 km | 272 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 51.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.3 km/kWh | 5.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 5.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 77 kW, while the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) maxes out at 75 kW.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5 | 3.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4205 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) 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).
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2021-2023).
| Property | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1773 kg | 1645 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 332 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1114 l | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 300 kg | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 6.3 |
