Hyundai Kona Electric vs Skoda Kushaq
Should you buy Hyundai Kona Electric or Skoda Kushaq? 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 Skoda Kushaq price starts Rs 10.89 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0L Classic (Petrol).
Kona Electric Vs Kushaq
| Key Highlights | Hyundai Kona Electric | Skoda Kushaq |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.25,23,859* | Rs.21,35,533* |
| 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 Skoda Kushaq comparison
- VS
- Skoda Kushaq
- 1.0L Classic (Petrol) 10.89 Lakh*
- 1.0L Monte Carlo (Petrol) 15.90 Lakh*
- 1.0L Onyx (Petrol) 12.89 Lakh*
- 1.0L Prestige (Petrol) 16.09 Lakh*
- 1.0L Signature (Petrol) 14.19 Lakh*
- 1.0L Sportline (Petrol) 14.70 Lakh*
- 1.0L Monte Carlo AT (Petrol) 17 Lakh*
- 1.0L Onyx AT (Petrol) 13.49 Lakh*
- 1.0L Prestige AT (Petrol) 17.19 Lakh*
- 1.0L Signature AT (Petrol) 15.29 Lakh*
- 1.0L Sportline AT (Petrol) 15.80 Lakh*
- 1.5L Monte Carlo AT (Petrol) 18.60 Lakh*
- 1.5L Prestige AT (Petrol) 18.79 Lakh*
- 1.5L Signature AT (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- 1.5L Sportline DSG (Petrol) 17.40 Lakh*
Rs18.79 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.25,23,859* | Rs.21,35,533* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.48,047/month | Rs.40,824/month |
| Insurance | Rs.96,829 Kona Insurance | Rs.43,013 Kushaq Insurance |
| User Rating | Based on 57 Reviews | Based on 413 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | |
| 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 | 1.5 TSI Petrol |
| 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 | 1498 |
| 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 | 4 4 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) | - | 18.86 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 50 |
| 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 | McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and stabiliser bar |
| 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 | Twist Beam Axle |
| 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 & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4180 | 4225 |
| 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 | 1760 |
| 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 | 1612 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | 155 |
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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 | Brilliant Silver Lava Blue Carbon Steel Tornado Red Brilliant Silver With Carbon Steel Roof Candy White Kushaq 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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Advance Internet
| Remote Door Lock/Unlock | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop | - | Yes |
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 | - |
| 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
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- 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
- SUV-like ride quality
- Impressive cabin design and build
- Excellent infotainment and sound experience
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Skoda Kushaq
- 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
- Quality of materials in certain areas isn’t Skoda level
- Lack of premium features
- No diesel engine option
- Narrow cabin, especially at the back
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Hyundai Kona Electric and Skoda Kushaq?
A ) Hyundai Kona Electric price starts at ₹ 23.84 Lakh & Skoda Kushaq price starts at ₹ 10.89 Lakh in New Delhi. Skoda Kushaq is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi