- On sale
- FBT exempt
- Under LCT threshold
- 2 variants
- Small SUV
Hyundai Kona Electric
Price, range and specs in Australia
From$54,000to $58,000 RRP before on-road costs
The Hyundai Kona Electric is an electric small SUV on sale in Australia since 2023. Two variants are available: Standard Range and Extended Range. Prices run from $54,000 to $58,000 before on-road costs. WLTP range runs from 370 km on the Standard Range to 505 km on the Extended Range, from batteries of 49 to 65 kWh.
Hyundai Kona Electric variants and prices
RRP before on-road costs. Choose a variant for its full specs.
| Variant | Price (RRP) | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive | Seats | Best for | Full specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range2023 to current | $54,000 | 370 km | 49 kWh NMC | 9.9 s | FWD | 5 | Best value | Specs → |
| Extended Range2023 to current | $58,000 | 505 km | 65 kWh NMC | 7.9 s | FWD | 5 | Longest rangeQuickest | Specs → |
Compare the Kona Electric variants
Headline figures side by side. The best figure in each row is highlighted.
| Spec | Standard Range | Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $54,000 | $58,000 |
| Range (WLTP) | 370 km | 505 km |
| Real-world range, combined* | 348 km | 474 km |
| Real-world range, highway* | 289 km | 394 km |
| Battery (total, usable) | 49 kWh (45) NMC | 65 kWh (62) NMC |
| DC fast charge · 10–80% | 100 kW · 45 min | 100 kW · 45 min |
| AC charging (max) | 10 kW | 10 kW |
| Power | 99 kW | 150 kW |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top speed | 170 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot (seats up) | 407 L | 407 L |
| Towing (braked) | 750 kg | |
| Kerb weight | 1,615 kg | 1,698 kg |
*Zecar estimate from WLTP and body shape, at a 70 km/h (combined) or 110 km/h (highway) average.
Extended Range vs Standard Range
Costs $4,000 more and adds 135 km of WLTP range and 51 kW. 2.0 s quicker to 100 km/h.
Hyundai Kona Electric range and running costs
WLTP is the official test. Real-world is Zecar's combined estimate at a 70 km/h average.
| Variant | Per 100 km | Full charge |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Range | $4.29 | $15 |
| Extended Range | $4.32 | $20 |
Charging at home at 33c/kWh, on the real-world combined estimate.
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Every variant takes 10 kW AC at home.
| Variant | Home AC (max) | Home 0–100% | DC fast (max) | DC 10–80% | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range | 10 kW | 5 hrs | 100 kW | 45 min | Charging guide → |
| Extended Range | 10 kW | 7 hrs | 100 kW | 45 min | Charging guide → |
Kona Electric size, boot space and towing
Every variant shares the same body.
| Spec | Standard Range | Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length × width × height | 4,355 × 1,825 × 1,580 mm | 4,355 × 1,825 × 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | 2,660 mm |
| Ground clearance | 151 mm | 151 mm |
| Turning circle | 11 m | 11 m |
| Boot (seats up / folded) | 407 L / 1,241 L | 407 L / 1,241 L |
| Frunk | 27 L | 27 L |
| Towing (braked / unbraked) | 750 / 300 kg | |
| Kerb weight | 1,615 kg | 1,698 kg |
| Warranty (car / battery) | 7 yrs, unlimited km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km | 7 yrs, unlimited km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km |
Lease the Kona Electric from your pre-tax salary
All two Kona Electric variants are under the $91,387 LCT threshold, so they are FBT exempt. See your weekly cost for any variant before you talk to a provider.
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How the Standard Range ranks
Range (WLTP)
8th of 9
370 km
Price
5th of 9
$54,000
Power
9th of 9
99 kW
Boot space
5th of 9
407 L
DC charging
6th of 9
100 kW
Kona Electric generations in Australia
2023 to current: Generation 3
2023 to current: Generation 2
2023 to current: First generation
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Hyundai Kona Electric FAQs
The Hyundai Kona Electric is priced from $54,000 for the Standard Range to $58,000 for the Extended Range before on-road costs.
370 to 505 km on the WLTP test, or an estimated 348 to 474 km in mixed real-world driving.
Two variants are on sale: Standard Range ($54,000) and Extended Range ($58,000).
The Extended Range costs $4,000 more and adds 135 km of WLTP range and 51 kW. 2.0 s quicker to 100 km/h.
About 5 to 7 hours from empty to full on a home wallbox, or 45 minutes from 10 to 80% on a DC fast charger, depending on the variant.
Yes. All two variants are priced under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so every one qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease.
The boot holds 407 litres with the rear seats up and it can tow up to 750 kg braked.
5 seats.
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