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Hyundai Inster vs Renault 4 E-Tech
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Hyundai Inster is £450 cheaper than the Renault 4 E-Tech (£22,995 against £23,445).
- The Renault 4 E-Tech goes further: about 195 miles against 155 in typical real-world driving.
- The Hyundai Inster charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 29 minutes against 31.
- The Hyundai Inster is more efficient (4.0 against 3.7 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Renault 4 E-Tech has the bigger boot: 420 litres against 280.
Side by side
| Hyundai Inster Standard Range 42 kWh | Renault 4 E-Tech 52 kWh 150hp | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £22,995 | £23,445 |
| Real-world range | 155 mi | 195 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 203 mi | 254 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 110 mi | 135 mi |
| Efficiency | 4.0 mi/kWh | 3.7 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 39 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 73 kW | up to 101 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 29 min | 31 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 280 L | 420 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | 750 kg |
| Length | 3,825 mm | 4,143 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 11.7 s | 8.2 s |
| Heat pump | No | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Band 1 |
| Brand warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Hyundai Inster Standard Range 42 kWh and Renault 4 E-Tech 52 kWh 150hp. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Inster or the Renault 4 E-Tech?
The Hyundai Inster is £450 cheaper than the Renault 4 E-Tech (£22,995 against £23,445).
Which has the longer range, the Hyundai Inster or the Renault 4 E-Tech?
The Renault 4 E-Tech goes further: about 195 miles against 155 in typical real-world driving.
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