Kona vs Beetle Dune
Hyundai · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Beetle Dune
Beats the Kona by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Beetle Dune beats the Kona by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Beetle Dune thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
147 hp
150 hp
0–100 km/h
7.5s
7.5s
Top speed
185 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
1.6L PETROL
1.4L I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$20,500
$30,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Kona
Beetle Dune
100 m
6.850s
6.903s
1/8 mile
10.210s
10.237s
1/4 mile
15.542s
15.465s
1 km
28.607s
28.007s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Kona is $20,500 vs $30,000 for the Beetle Dune — a $9,500 gap. Top speed: Beetle Dune runs to 200 km/h, 15 km/h higher than Kona.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Kona or the Beetle Dune?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Beetle Dune is faster, beating the Kona by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Kona vs the Beetle Dune?
The Kona hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the Beetle Dune does it in 7.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Kona produces 147 hp; the Beetle Dune produces 150 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Kona tops out at 185 km/h, and the Beetle Dune reaches 200 km/h.
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