Global EV Comparison: Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD vs Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) has a starting price of €31995, compared to the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), which starts at €42640.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | India | Czech Republic, India, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €31995 | €42640 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €32989 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…).
| Property | Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 322 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 344 km | 377 km |
| Range (GCC) | 292 km | 313 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 48.8 kWh | 51 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 47.8 kWh | 48.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.11 km/kWh | 6.47 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 75 kW, while the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) maxes out at 55 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 55 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) has more power, the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 106 kW | 99 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 142 hp | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | 189 Nm | 255 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 8.8 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (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 | Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4275 mm | 4355 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2065 mm | 2100 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), but the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 300 kg, whereas the Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Suzuki e Vitara 49 kWh FWD | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1775 kg | 1690 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 238 l | 466 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 562 l | 1300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 300 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 6.1 |