Hyundai KONA SEL vs. Hyundai KONA Electric SEL
When comparing the Hyundai KONA SEL's and the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA SEL has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. The Hyundai KONA Electric SEL has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai KONA SEL's and the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA SEL is a better car than the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL.
Hyundai KONA SEL vs. Hyundai KONA Electric SEL Pricing
A used 2023 Hyundai KONA SEL ranges from $23,396 to $29,160 while a used 2023 Hyundai KONA Electric SEL is priced between $27,862 to $39,898. For a new model, the Hyundai KONA SEL's price is between $25,069 and $29,910, with the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL priced between $37,404 and $40,837.
Hyundai KONA SEL vs. Hyundai KONA Electric SEL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai KONA SEL loses 43.3 percent of its value and the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL loses 57.9 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai KONA SEL retains 14.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai KONA SEL’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL base engine makes 201 horsepower. The SEL is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The SEL is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 258 miles.This gives the Hyundai KONA Electric SEL the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Hyundai KONA SEL the advantage in maximum range. The SEL uses regular unleaded, and the SEL uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai KONA SEL, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Hyundai KONA SEL and Hyundai KONA Electric SEL are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai KONA SEL has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,069 - $29,910
Used Asking Price:
$23,396 - $29,160
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$37,404 - $40,837
Used Asking Price:
$27,862 - $39,898
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57.9%
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Electric Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai KONA Rankings
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57 out of / 66Hyundai KONA Electric Rankings
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34 out of / 35Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Other Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE
Other Hyundai KONA Electric Trim Levels
Limited, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
291 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 35 / 32
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 106 / 120
Range (city/hwy):
258 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
64 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
9.5 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2899 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
61.6 inches
Length:
165.6 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3715 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
61.2 inches
Length:
165.6 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
