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Tucson vs KONA Electric

HYUNDAI · HYUNDAI

1/4 Mile winner
KONA Electric
Beats the Tucson by 0.16s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the KONA Electric beats the Tucson comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the KONA Electric thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
187 hp
200 hp
0–100 km/h
6.1s
6.1s
Top speed
180 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
2.5L Inline-4
Electric Motor
Fuel
Petrol/Hybrid
Electric
Torque
400 Nm
395 Nm
Price
$30,500
$40,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Tucson
KONA Electric
100 m
6.241s
6.298s
1/8 mile
9.381s
9.391s
1/4 mile
14.462s
14.304s
1 km
27.323s
26.360s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Tucson is the obvious pick at $30,500 versus the KONA Electric's $40,000. Choose the KONA Electric if instant torque, silent running and lower running costs matter most. Choose the Tucson if you want the soundtrack and the long-distance ease that combustion still owns.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Tucson or the KONA Electric?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the KONA Electric is faster, beating the Tucson by 0.16 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Tucson vs the KONA Electric?

The Tucson hits 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, while the KONA Electric does it in 6.1 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Tucson produces 187 hp; the KONA Electric produces 200 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Tucson tops out at 180 km/h, and the KONA Electric reaches 200 km/h.

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