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Kona vs Beetle Dune

HYUNDAI · Volkswagen

1/4 Mile winner
Beetle Dune
Beats the Kona by 0.08s
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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/EV
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?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Kona is the obvious pick at $20,500 versus the Beetle Dune's $30,000. Choose the Kona if instant torque, silent running and lower running costs matter most. Choose the Beetle Dune if you want the soundtrack and the long-distance ease that combustion still owns.

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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