With electric vehicles gaining traction in India, MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric are two of the most promising options in the compact SUV range. These are coming with brilliant features, great performance, long ranges and hence are the right choices for a guilt-free drive.
The following article compares specifications, safety features, comfort options and prices of the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric to help you make up your mind and pick the electric vehicle that is best for your needs.
Power and Performance
MG ZS EV: The MG ZS EV draws its power from a PMSM-Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor that puts out 174.33 bhp of power and 280 Nm of peak torque. MG ZS EV offers 461 km driving range in a single charge, which indeed is its USP and thereby makes it perfect for long drives. The SUV gets a 1-speed automatic transmission with FWD/front-wheel drive configuration for swift and smooth performance.
Hyundai Kona Electric: The Hyundai Kona Electric also uses a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) but results in a little lower power of 134.10 bhp, which also comes mated to a strong torque output of 395 Nm. Kona Electric promises a driving range of about 452 km in a single charge with a not-applicable automatic transmission with FWD and thus is never disappointing in regular commute and long drives.
Safety Features
MG ZS EV: Safety would be the top priority in this electric avatar that boasts a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. It comes with six airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Brake Assist (EBA), and Electronic Stability Program (ESP).
It also has TPMS Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, and Level2 ADAS Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to keep people inside the SUV safe. More features include ISOFIX child seat mounts, reverse camera, and engine immobilizer.
Hyundai Kona Electric: The Hyundai Kona Electric gets the same rating of 5-star in the Euro NCAP and also boasts of six airbags. It also comes with a long list of safety features like ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), and Traction Control (ASR).
Additional features include Hill Assist, a reverse camera, and seatbelt warning. Though not equipped with ADAS, the Kona Electric has a solid suite of safety features to protect its occupants in case of an accident.
Interior and Exterior Design
MG ZS EV: The MG ZS EV is a style 5-door SUV with fitted R17 wheels, disc brakes at the front, and disc brakes at the back. The sleek body design is supported by a comfortable ride provided by the MacPherson strut suspension at the front and a torsion beam suspension at the rear. The interior of the ZS EV is large, with fabric seat upholstery, ample storage options, rear cup holders, and a driver armrest.
Hyundai Kona Electric: Coming in with a modern, contemporary design, the Hyundai Kona Electric is relatively compact. In terms of dimensions, it features a length of 4180 mm, 1800 mm in width, and 2600 mm in wheelbase, promising to bear compact yet spacious dimensions.
This assures fine and settled ride quality through McPherson strut-type suspensions in the front and multi-link suspensions in the rear for optimal aesthetics. Inside the Kona Electric cabin, there are leather seat upholstery, adjustable headrests, and front and rear cup holders.
Pricing and Value for Money
MG ZS EV: MG ZS EV is price from ₹20.20 Lakh for the base variant to ₹ 26.62 Lakh for the top variant. It is a great value-for-money affair, mainly because of the advanced feature list and a comparatively longer range.
Hyundai Kona Electric: The Hyundai Kona Electric makes a mark in the range of ₹23.84 Lakh for the entry and ₹25.38 Lakh for its top variant. Looking a bit expensive compared to the MG ZS EV, it brings a lot in performance and safety measures for a paying buyer looking at a premium electric SUV.