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Hyundai Kona Electric vs MGS5 EV
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 MGS5 EV is £5 cheaper than the Hyundai Kona Electric (£31,245 against £31,250).
- The Hyundai Kona Electric goes further: about 240 miles against 225 in typical real-world driving.
- The MGS5 EV charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 31 minutes against 37.
- The Hyundai Kona Electric is more efficient (3.7 against 3.6 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Hyundai Kona Electric has the bigger boot: 493 litres against 453.
Side by side
| Hyundai Kona Electric 65 kWh | MGS5 EV Long Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £31,250 | £31,245 |
| Real-world range | 240 mi | 225 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 319 mi | 298 mi |
| Cold motorway range | – | – |
| Efficiency | 3.7 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 65.4 kWh | 62.1 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 105 kW | up to 139 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 37 min | 31 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Boot | 493 L | 453 L |
| Towing (braked) | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,476 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.8 s | 6.3 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | No |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 1 | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 5 years | 7 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Hyundai Kona Electric 65 kWh and MG MGS5 EV Long Range. 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 Kona Electric or the MGS5 EV?
The MGS5 EV is £5 cheaper than the Hyundai Kona Electric (£31,245 against £31,250).
Which has the longer range, the Hyundai Kona Electric or the MGS5 EV?
The Hyundai Kona Electric goes further: about 240 miles against 225 in typical real-world driving.
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