Hyundai Kona Electric
Hyundai Kona Electric
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RM 156,538
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Volkswagen Golf R
Volkswagen Golf R
R Performance Package
RM 334,012
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Overview: Kona Electric vs Golf R

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Dual Clutch
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Power 134 hp 316 hp
Engine Displacement - 1998 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.38/5
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From The Experts

Things we like

Sleek and dynamic looks

Potent powertrain

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Superb performance

Quiet and comfortable ride

Drives

 

 

 

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Things we don't like

Rear seat space still could have been better

Slightly dated cabin layout

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Seat fabrics lack class

Steering wheel-mounted buttons cumbersome to operate

Rear seat lacks space

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 332 L 381 L
Kerb Weight 1535 kg --
Gross Weight 2020 kg --
Length 4205 mm 4290 mm
Width 1800 mm 1789 mm
Height 1570 mm 1458 mm
Wheel Base 2600 mm 2630 mm
Ground Clearance 157 mm --
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 45 L
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Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium-ion --
Battery Capacity 39.2 kWh --
AC Charging (0-100%) In 6.5 Hours --
Estimated Regular Charging Time 6.5 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Emission 0 g/km --
Battery Warranty 8 years/160,000 km --
Engine -- 2.0L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
Fuel Supply System -- Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Turbocharger/Supercharger -- Turbocharged
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Performance

Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Power 134 hp 316 hp
Torque 395 Nm 400 Nm
Acceleration 9.9 s 4.8 s
Top Speed 155 kmph 250 kmph
Driving Range 305 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1998 cc
Fuel Consumption -- 7.8
RPM At Max Power -- 5600-6500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 2000-5600 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable
Steering Type Power Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Dual Clutch
Gear Box Single Speed 7-Speed
Drive Type FWD AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes Yes

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch 19 Inch
Tyre Size 215/55 R17 235/35 R19
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R17 R19
Spare Tyre Size 215/55 R17 --
Spare Tyre Material Alloy --
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Safety

Advance Safety Feature Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Rear Occupant Alert, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Rear Occupant Alert, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist Side Assist, Front Assist, Lane Assist, Driver Alert System Side Assist, Front Assist, Lane Assist, Driver Alert System
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Knee Airbags No --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Downhill Assist Control No --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System Yes No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Front Parking Sensors -- Yes
360 Camera -- No
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Drive Mode Eco, Eco+, Normal, Sport Eco, Eco+, Normal, Sport --
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control No --
Adaptive Cruise Control No Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No Yes
Wireless Charger No Yes
Additional Features Remote Engine Start Remote Engine Start --
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Rear Reading Lamp -- Yes
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
Trunk Light -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 8 Inch 8 Inch 10 Inch 10 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 10 10
Navigation System Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Audio System -- Harmon Kardon Sound System Harmon Kardon Sound System
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 10 Inch 10 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No Yes
Heated Seats - Front No --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No --
Leather Seats Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Leather Leather
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Fog Lights Rear Yes Yes
Roof Carrier No No
Roof Rail Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
Tinted Glass -- No
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco Yes --

Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes
Ambient Light -- Yes

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Hyundai Kona Electric vs Volkswagen Golf R FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Hyundai Kona Electric vs Volkswagen Golf R?

Kona Electric is priced at RM 156,538 and Golf R is priced at RM 334,012. Hence Kona Electric is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between Hyundai Kona Electric vs Volkswagen Golf R?

The Hyundai Kona Electric has power of 134 hp with 395 Nm torque and Volkswagen Golf R has power of 316 hp with 400 Nm torque. Thus making Golf R the more powerful as compared to Kona Electric.

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Which Car has more safety features between Hyundai Kona Electric vs Volkswagen Golf R?

Kona Electric safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake and Lane Departure Warning System

Golf R safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Volkswagen Golf R has higher number of sefety features than Kona Electric, hence Volkswagen Golf R is more safer than Hyundai Kona Electric.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Kona Electric vs Golf R?

Kona Electric comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Automatic Headlamps

Golf R comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Ventilated Front Seats, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Head-Up Display and Wireless Charger

The Volkswagen Golf R has higher number of comfort features than Kona Electric, hence Volkswagen Golf R is more comfortable than Hyundai Kona Electric.

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Which Car had higher top speed between Hyundai Kona Electric vs Volkswagen Golf R?

The Hyundai Kona Electric has top speed of 155 kmph and Volkswagen Golf R has power of 250 kmph . Thus making Golf R the more faster as compared to Kona Electric.

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What is Kona Electric vs Golf R dimension size comparison?

The Kona Electric dimension are 4205 mm length, 1800 mm width, 1570 mm height while the Golf R Dimensions are 4290 mm length, 1789 mm width, 1458 mm height. Hence, the Golf R is more longer, Kona Electric is more wider and Kona Electric is more higher.

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