2026 Hyundai Inster 300km Test Drive: 6 Must-Know Insights for Future Owners

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The Instar has a faster charging speed compared to the Kia Ray EV and is clearly a winner in that regard. Its screen is 10.25 inches instead of 12.3 inches. In sport mode, the Instar responds about 0.5 seconds faster, offering a more prompt and quick response. Accumulating 284 kilometers resulted in an average consumption of 6.9 kilometers per kilowatt hour, considering both city and highway driving. This contrasts with the Kia EV3 which had 6 kilometers per kilowatt hour mostly on the freeway. The review reveals that the Inster's key fob is an older style Hyundai key that doesn't have Remote Smart Parking Assist. The Inster's exceptional city efficiency allows for a potential 10 to 11 kilometers per kilowatt hour under ideal conditions and the right kind of driving conditions. It is also easy to get in. In the car, hands-on detection is torque feedback based, but not the latest technology, the CCNC. It’s missing the Heads-Up Display but upgraded phone call quality. The Inster is a great commuter car and gives off a rugged SUV vibe. The phone gets charged faster than if it was on a wireless charging pad.