Comparison between:
- 2023 KIA Niro EV Wind
- 2026 Hyundai KONA Electric 65.4 kWh 19"
- 2026 Hyundai KONA Electric 65.4 kWh 17"
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2023 KIA Niro EV Wind | 2026 Hyundai KONA Electric 65.4 kWh 19" | 2026 Hyundai KONA Electric 65.4 kWh 17" | |
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| Model alias | - | KONA EV Long Range 19" | KONA EV Long Range 17" |
| Trim | Wind | 65.4 kWh 19" | 65.4 kWh 17" |
| Model year | 2023 | 2026 | 2026 |
| Market | North America | Europe | Europe |
| Price | USD 39,550 (USA, Feb 2023) | USD 38,375 (USA, Jun 2025) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Advanced High Strength Steel Aluminium | Advanced High-Strength Steel High Tensile Steel | Advanced High-Strength Steel High Tensile Steel |
| Exterior colors | Graphite Gray Aurora Black Mineral Blue Runway Red Snow White Steel Gray Fire Orange Cityscape Green Snow White with Gray Aeroblade | Engine Red Atlas White Shadow Gray Ultimate Red Ecotronic Gray Sailing Blue Abyss Black Serenity White | Engine Red Atlas White Ultimate Red Ecotronic Gray Sailing Blue Abyss Black Serenity White Meta Blue Cypress Green |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Gray Gray and Charcoal | Black | Black Gray |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 174.0 in 4420 mm | 172.6 in 4385 mm | 171.5 in 4355 mm |
| Width | 71.8 in 1824 mm | 71.9 in 1826 mm | 71.9 in 1826 mm |
| Height | 61.8 in 1570 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in 2720 mm | 104.7 in 2660 mm | 104.7 in 2660 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 62.6 in 1590 mm |
| Rear track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 62.9 in 1598 mm | 63.0 in 1600 mm |
| Front overhang | 35.2 in 895 mm | - | 33.9 in 861 mm |
| Rear overhang | 31.7 in 805 mm | - | 32.9 in 836 mm |
| Clearance | 6.0 in 153 mm | 5.9 in 150 mm | 5.9 in 151 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.0 in 1016 mm | 40.0 in 1016 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.1 in 968 mm | 38.3 in 973 mm | 38.3 in 973 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 56.8 in 1443 mm | 56.5 in 1435 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.4 in 1407 mm | 55.2 in 1402 mm | 55.2 in 1402 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.5 in 1359 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.7 in 1339 mm | 52.4 in 1331 mm | 52.4 in 1331 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.5 in 1054 mm | 41.7 in 1059 mm | 41.7 in 1059 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.9 in 937 mm | 36.4 in 925 mm | 36.4 in 925 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2823.0 l 99.69 ft3 2.82 m3 | 2803.0 l 98.99 ft3 2.80 m3 | 2803.0 l 98.99 ft3 2.80 m3 |
| Total volume | 3298.0 l 116.47 ft3 3.30 m3 | 3525.0 l 124.48 ft3 3.52 m3 | 3525.0 l 124.48 ft3 3.52 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 475.0 l 16.77 ft3 0.47 m3 | 466.0 l 16.46 ft3 0.47 m3 | 466.0 l 16.46 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1392.0 l 49.16 ft3 1.39 m3 | 1300.0 l 45.91 ft3 1.30 m3 | 1300.0 l 45.91 ft3 1.30 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 20.0 l 0.71 ft3 0.02 m3 | 27.0 l 0.95 ft3 0.03 m3 | 27.0 l 0.95 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3802.97 lb 1725 kg | 4122.64 lb 1870 kg | 4122.64 lb 1870 kg |
| Roof load | - | - | 220.46 lb 100 kg |
| Payload | 981.06 lb 445 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg |
| GVWR | 4784.03 lb 2170 kg | 5059.61 lb 2295 kg | 5059.61 lb 2295 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | - | - |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 661.39 lb 300 kg | - | - |
| Drag coefficient | - | 0.27 Cd | 0.27 Cd |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 358 V | - | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6000 - 9000 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 6000 rpm | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Comfort Sport | Eco Comfort Sport i-PEDAL | Eco Comfort Sport i-PEDAL |
| Additional information | - | Smart Regenerative System | Smart Regenerative System |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 107.0 mph 172.2 km/h | 107.0 mph 172.2 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.80 s | 8.20 s | 8.10 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 7.10 s | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 252.9 mi / 407.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 281.5 mi / 453.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 282.1 mi / 454.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 16.6 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 14.7 kWh/100 km |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.66 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 13.3:1 | - | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 10.65 | - | - |
| Additional information | - | Gear ratio - 10.65 | Gear ratio - 10.65 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link Shock absorbers Trailing arm (trailing link) | Independent Multi-link Shock absorbers Trailing arm (trailing link) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 16.0 in 406 mm | 12.0 in 305 mm | 12.0 in 305 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 15.0 in 381 mm | 11.8 in 300 mm | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.4 in 10 mm | 0.4 in 10 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7Jx17 ET50 | - | 7Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R17 94W | 235/45R19 95H | 215/60R17 96H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 64.8 kWh | 65.4 kWh | 65.4 kWh |
| Manufacturer | SK Innovation | LG Chem | LG Chem |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM (NMC) | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | - | Graphite | Graphite |
| Number of cells | - | 96 | 96 |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | - | 2.5 V | 2.5 V |
| Battery voltage | 358 V | 398.5 V | 398.5 V |
| Energy density | 146.3 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | 976.65 lb 443 kg | 903.9 lb 410 kg | 903.9 lb 410 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, mid-rear | Under the floor, mid-rear |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Additional information | Capacity - 180.9 Ah Cell-level energy density - 253 Wh/kg Optional battery heating | Battery conditioning 400V system Exterior Vehicle to Load (V2L) capability 1P96S configuration - 1 parallel cell group (1P) and 96 series-connected cells (96S) | Battery conditioning 400V system Exterior Vehicle to Load (V2L) capability 1P96S configuration - 1 parallel cell group (1P) and 96 series-connected cells (96S) |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 10.8 kW DC 100 kW | AC 10.4 kW DC 100 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 100 kW, 0:45 DC 50 kW, 1:05 AC 11 kW, 6:05 | DC 100 kW, 0:41 AC 10.8 kW, 6:05 | DC 100 kW, 0:41 AC 10.8 kW, 6:05 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 4-wheel Antilock Brakes System (ABS) (S) Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Parallel Exit (S) Brake Assist System (BAS) (S) Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Lead Vehicle Departure Alert (S) Driver's knee airbag (S) Dual front advanced airbags (S) Dual front seat-mounted side airbags (S) Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Forward Collision Avoidance Assist – Junction Turning (FCA-JT) (S) Forward Collision Warning (S) Front and rear 3-point seat belts (S) Front seat-belt pretensioners (S) Front seat-belt reminder and buckle sensor (S) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors (S) High Beam Assist (S) Highway Driving Assist (HDA) (S) Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) (S) Immobilizer (S) Impact sensing auto door unlock (S) Inside Handle Override Child Safety Door Locking System (S) Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) (S) Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (S) Lane Following Assist System (S) Lane Keep Assist System with Driver Attention Alert (S) LATCH (S) Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve with Stop and Go (NSCC-C) (S) Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R) with off switch (S) Pedestrian Warning System (S) Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) – door-logic type (S) Rear-view Camera with dynamic guidelines (S) Rollover sensor (S) Safe Exit Warning (SEW) (S) Smart Key with Push-button start, Smart trunk and panic alarm (S) Speed sensing auto door locks (S) Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (S) Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) (S) 10.25-inch touchscreen Navigation display system with Premium sound system, Satellite and HD radio (S) AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM audio system (S) Bluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition (S) Digital clock (S) Outside temperature display (S) 4 x speakers and 2 tweeters (S) Supervision meter cluster with 7-inch display with Tachometer (S) Trip computer (S) USB audio input ports (S) USB chargers (front center fascia and inside center console) (S) UVO eco Infotainment System (S) Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Wireless phone charger (S) 2nd row air vents (S) Air Conditioning, automatic dual-zone with Driver Only mode (S) Heat Pump HVAC system (O) High Voltage Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Heater (S) 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support (S) 6-way manual front passenger seat, including height adjuster (S) 60/40 split-folding rear seats (S) Driver and front passenger seat back pocket (S) Front and rear adjustable headrests (S) Heated front seats (S) Heated outbound rear seats (O) Heated steering wheel (O) Steering wheel-mounted audio controls (S) Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters (S) Tilt and telescoping steering column (S) Vegan Leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Body-color outside door handles (S) Cargo cover (O) Deluxe door arm rest covering with stitches (S) Deluxe high gloss door garnish (S) Heated and acoustic-glazed windshield (S) Heated back-lite glass (S) Power door locks with two-turn entry system (S) Power driver's window with auto up/down and pinch protection (S) Power rear windows (S) Power tailgate (S) Privacy glass (rear doors, rear quarter, back-lite) (S) Satin Chrome inside door handles (S) Solar control and tinted front windows (S) Unique Design, Silver -painted Skid Plate (S) Day and night rear-view mirror (S) Heated and body-color outside mirrors with body-colored base (S) Illuminated and extendable sunvisor vanity mirrors (S) Power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors with LED turning indicators (S) Sunvisor with vanity mirror, sliding, with driver's ticket holder (S) Auto Light Control headlights (S) Bi-function projection headlights with leveling function and escort (S) Cargo light (S) Front fog lamps (S) LED Daytime Running lights (S) LED positioning lamps (S) Mood Lighting (S) Overhead console and room lamps (S) Rear LED combination lamps (S) Rear Spoiler with LED High Mounted Stop Lamp (S) Cloth and SynTex seat trim with Matte Black Detailing (S) | - | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | 3rd Generation K Platform (K3) | 3rd Generation K Platform (K3) |
| 2023 KIA Niro EV Wind | 2026 Hyundai KONA Electric 65.4 kWh 19" | 2026 Hyundai KONA Electric 65.4 kWh 17" |