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Hyundai Kona Electric vs Tesla Model Y

Comparing the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric (from $32,975) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y (from $39,990). The Kona Electric offers 200 miles of range while the Model Y offers 321 miles.

Quick Take

Hyundai Kona Electric plays nicest with your phone, while Tesla Model Y is quickest off the line.

Hyundai Kona Electric

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Hyundai Kona Electric

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Tesla Model Y

2026SUV

Tesla Model Y

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph as quick as 3.3s
  • Up to 460 hp
  • 155 mph top speed
Price
$32,975 - $41,150
$39,990 - $57,990
Range
200-261 miles
306-357 miles
Horsepower
133-201 hp
258-460 hp
0-60 mph
7.6-8 sec
3.3-6.8 sec
Battery Size
48.6-64.8 kWh
69.5-84.6 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
Unknown
125-155 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
171.5"
187"
Width
71.9"
75.6"
Height
61.4"
64"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
76 cu ft

Hyundai Kona Electric vs Tesla Model Y: Which Should You Buy?

The Hyundai Kona Electric starts at $32,975, undercutting the Tesla Model Y ($39,990) by about $7,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y covers up to 357 miles, 96 more than the Hyundai Kona Electric's maximum of 261.

The Hyundai Kona Electric is also 16 inches shorter than the Tesla Model Y, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Hyundai Kona Electric if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Tesla Model Y if you want the quickest acceleration.

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