Hyundai Kona Electric vs MG Astor
Should you buy Hyundai Kona Electric or MG Astor? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Hyundai Kona Electric price starts at Rs 23.84 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Electric) and MG Astor price starts Rs 9.98 Lakh ex-showroom for Sprint (Petrol).
Kona Electric Vs Astor
| Key Highlights | Hyundai Kona Electric | MG Astor |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.25,23,859* | Rs.20,85,678* |
| Range (km) | 452 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 39.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 19 h - AC - 2.8 kW (0-100%) | - |
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Hyundai Kona Electric vs MG Astor comparison
- VS
- MG Astor
- Smart Blackstorm (Petrol) 14.48 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition (Petrol) 14.96 Lakh*
- 100 Year Limited Edition CVT (Petrol) 16.24 Lakh*
- Savvy Pro CVT (Petrol) 16.95 Lakh*
- Savvy Pro Sangria CVT (Petrol) 17.05 Lakh*
- Savvy Pro Sangria Turbo AT (Petrol) 18.08 Lakh*
- Select (Petrol) 13.11 Lakh*
- Select CVT (Petrol) 14.12 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro (Petrol) 14.76 Lakh*
- Sharp Pro CVT (Petrol) 16 Lakh*
- Shine (Petrol) 11.80 Lakh*
- Sprint (Petrol) 9.98 Lakh*
- Smart Blackstorm CVT (Petrol) 15.77 Lakh*
Rs18.08 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.25,23,859* | Rs.20,85,678* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.48,047/month | Rs.39,879/month |
| Insurance | Rs.96,829 Kona Insurance | Rs.72,190 Astor Insurance |
| User Rating | Based on 57 Reviews | Based on 275 Reviews |
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| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge.✕ | ₹ 0.87/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | Not applicable | 220TURBO |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | Not applicable | 1349 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | Not applicable | 3 3 Cylinder Cars |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output.✕ | Yes | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 14.34 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | ZEV | BS VI 2.0 |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | McPherson strut type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Multi - link | Torsion Beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & telescopic | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4180 | 4323 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1800 | 1809 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1570 | 1650 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2600 | 2610 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Titan Grey/Abyss Black Atlas White Atlas White/Abyss Black Fiery Red/Abyss Black Abyss Black Kona Colors | Green With Black Roof Havana Grey White/Black Roof Starry Black Aurora Silver Glaze Red Candy White Astor Colors |
| Body Type | SUV All SUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Speed Assist System | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Claimed range of 452km as per ARAI. Even if the real world range drops by a big margin, there’s enough for a week’s worth of commuting
- 3 year/unlimited km warranty on the car & 8 year/1,60,000km warranty for the battery pack
- Feature loaded electric car. Gets goodies like LED projector headlamps, powered driver seat, heated and cooled front seats, sunroof, 8-inch touchscreen, 6 airbags, traction control & a lot more
- Super smooth drive experience. Immediate acceleration, nearly noise free driving and easy to understand driving behaviour make it a good purchase for first time electric vehicle buyers
- Multiple charging options - DC fast charge, level 2 AC wallbox charger & level 1 portable charger
- Low running cost. Hyundai claims overall operational cost, including services, is 1/5th of an equivalent petrol car
- Premium interior cabin quality
- Advanced features like ADAS and AI assistant
- Refined and powerful turbo-petrol engine
- Classy looks
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MG Astor
- Average cabin space. Not comparable to a similarly priced petrol/diesel SUV like the Jeep Compass or Hyundai Tucson
- Average boot space is on par with sub-10 lakh Rupee hatchbacks
- Limited traveling charge options. You will depend on availability of fast charge stations or have to use the portable charger that takes several hours for a full charge
- Lacks the road presence and size of a price rival like the Compass or Tucson
- Missing some premium features like ventilated seats and a wireless charger
- Rear cabin width not ideal for three passengers
- No diesel engine option
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MG Astor
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Hyundai Kona Electric and MG Astor?
A ) Hyundai Kona Electric price starts at ₹ 23.84 Lakh & MG Astor price starts at ₹ 9.98 Lakh in New Delhi. MG Astor is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi