Hyundai KONA or Kia EV3?
What are the main differences between the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
Hyundai KONA
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- From-price
- €33,995 (price list 19 October 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Hybrid, Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 380–510 km
- Power
- 99–150 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 39 min
- Boot space
- 466 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 4 of 5 stars (2023)
- Versions in the price list
- 18
Kia EV3
- From-price
- €36,995 (price list June 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 414–605 km
- Power
- 150–215 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 29 min
- Boot space
- 460 litres (VDA)
- Euro NCAP
- 4 of 5 stars (2025)
- Versions in the price list
- 14
How do the versions of the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | Hyundai KONA KONA Electric 48,6 kWh Pure Edition | Hyundai KONA KONA Electric 64,8 kWh Pure Edition | Kia EV3 EV3 58,3 kWh Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €33,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 19 October 2026 | €36,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 19 October 2026 | €36,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list June 2026 |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €33,000 | €36,000 | €36,020 |
| Specifications | |||
| PowertrainFrom the version’s price list. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 99 kW (135 hp) | 150 kW (204 hp) | 150 kW (204 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 9.9 s | 8.2 s | 7.5 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 380 km14.6 kWh/100 km | 510 km14.7 kWh/100 km | 436 km14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| AC chargingSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (max.)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | 101 kW |
| Fast charging 10-80 %differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 39 min | 39 min | 29 min |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | 1,685 kg | 1,790 kg | 1,800 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 300 kg | 750 kg | 500 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 466 l | 466 l | 460 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 4,350 × 1,825 × 1,570 mm | 4,350 × 1,825 × 1,570 mm | 4,300 × 1,850 × 1,560 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 6 December 2023; Euro NCAP, 21 May 2025 | 4 of 5 stars (2023) | 4 of 5 stars (2023) | 4 of 5 stars (2025) |
| Costs (computed) | |||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-28, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €505€6,060 a year on €33,000 | €560€6,720 a year on €36,000 | €560€6,724 a year on €36,020 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | €196 – €214all provinces, 2026 | €214 – €234all provinces, 2026 | €214 – €234all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €3.7914.6 kWh/100 km | €3.8214.7 kWh/100 km | €3.8714.9 kWh/100 km |
When do you choose the Hyundai KONA and when the Kia EV3?
Choose the Hyundai KONA if…
- you want a compact SUV with a hybrid or fully electric drivetrain;
- you want plenty of rear-seat room in a car 4.35 metres long (roomy for the class according to ANWB);
- you want the 64.8 kWh electric version for a WLTP range of up to 510 km.
Choose the Kia EV3 if…
- you want a compact electric car with a long WLTP range (up to 605 km with the large battery)
- the people in the back are mostly children (ANWB finds rear space for adults disappointing)
- you want an efficient car: ANWB measured 17.1 kWh/100 km in its test
- you want to tow: up to 1,000 kg (81.4 kWh, front-wheel drive) or 1,500 kg (all-wheel drive)
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Hyundai KONA costs per month: electricity about €47 (WLTP consumption 14.6 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €72 – €78 depending on the province, together €119 – €126 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Kia EV3 costs per month: electricity about €48 (WLTP consumption 14.9 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €79 – €86 depending on the province, together €127 – €134 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai KONAKONA Electric 48,6 kWh Pure Edition | €47 | €72 – €78 | €119 – €126 |
| Kia EV3EV3 58,3 kWh Air | €48 | €79 – €86 | €127 – €134 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used Hyundai KONA or Kia EV3 cars for sale?
- Hyundai KONA: 13 used cars in our stock, from €13,900. See the used cars
- Kia EV3: 8 used cars in our stock, from €35,895. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3 cost?
The Hyundai KONA costs from €33,995 (price list 19 October 2026) and the Kia EV3 from €36,995 (price list June 2026).
Which goes further, the Hyundai KONA or the Kia EV3?
According to WLTP the Hyundai KONA manages 380–510 km and the Kia EV3 414–605 km. The Kia EV3 goes the furthest.
How big is the boot of the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3?
The boot of the Hyundai KONA holds 466 litres and the Kia EV3 460 litres (VDA). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
Which charges faster, the Hyundai KONA or the Kia EV3?
Fast charging from 10 to 80 % takes from 39 min in the Hyundai KONA and from 29 min in the Kia EV3 (quickest version).
How safe are the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3 according to Euro NCAP?
The Hyundai KONA scored 4 of 5 stars (2023 test) and the Kia EV3 4 of 5 stars (2025 test). The test years differ.
Where can you read more about the Hyundai KONA and the Kia EV3?
- All versions and specifications of the Hyundai KONA
- All versions and specifications of the Kia EV3
- Our review of the Hyundai KONA
- Our review of the Kia EV3
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Hyundai personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: zitplaatsen en catalogusprijs-bereik per Hyundai-model, nieuw 2026 (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Hyundai Motor Netherlands: Hyundai KONA Hybrid - Prijslijst per 19 oktober 2026 (MPIKONAHEV2607) (document date 19 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Hyundai Motor Netherlands: Hyundai KONA Electric (MY27) - Prijslijst per 19 oktober 2026 (MPIKONAEV2610) (document date 19 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Hyundai Motor Netherlands: Hyundai KONA Electric Business Editions (MY27) - Prijslijst per 19 oktober 2026 (document date 19 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Hyundai KONA 2023 safety rating (document date 6 December 2023, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia EV3. Prijslijst juni 2026. (code ZK601EV3090SEP26, MY27.02) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Kia personenauto's per handelsbenaming, 2026 t/m 2026-10-24 (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe EV3 2026 met catalogusprijs gelijk aan fiscale waarden uit de prijslijst (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Kia EV3 2025 (Standard) (document date 21 May 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
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