Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 7 Eco vs Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range
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General Info
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47840. Although the VinFast VF 7 Eco (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Eco | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Czech Republic, India, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €47840 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37390 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 7 Eco (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Eco | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 420 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 514 km |
| Range (GCC) | 383 km | 415 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 79 kWh | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75.3 kWh | 65.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.09 km/kWh | 6.35 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Eco | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Eco | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 10 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 7 Eco (2024-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The VinFast VF 7 Eco (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Eco | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4545 mm | 4355 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2167 mm | 2100 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…), but the VinFast VF 7 Eco (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the VinFast VF 7 Eco (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Eco | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2085 kg | 1798 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 466 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1300 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 6.1 |
