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Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) vs Nissan Micra
Selected trim39kWh · 2018-20Change trim190 mi · 39.2 kWh · £29,495
Selected trimEngage 40kWhChange trim196 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on running costs, while the Nissan Micra leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Nissan Micra if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Nissan Micra leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueNissan
Hyundai
5.6
Nissan
6.2
Motorway Range
Hyundai
3.2
Nissan
3.6
Too close to call
FamilyNissan
Hyundai
5.3
Nissan
6.1
ChargingNissan
Hyundai
0.2
Nissan
4.2
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9
Nissan
6.9
City DrivingNissan
Hyundai
8.1
Nissan
8.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
- £6,500 cheaper
- 36 kW faster rapid charging
- 18 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 0.9s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,495 | £22,995 (better) |
| Official range | 190 miles | 196 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 332 L (better) | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 48 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Nissan Micra
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,205mm
Nissan Micra4,084mm-121mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,800mm
Nissan Micra1,780mm-20mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,570mm
Nissan Micra1,530mm-40mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,205 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,780 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 620 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 332 L (better) | 326 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1114 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- At 4,205 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Nissan Micra
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh |  Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.21m | 4.08m-121mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.78m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.53m-40mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.58m-20mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 332L (better) | 326L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1114L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,535kg | 1,400kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 40kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 196 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 44kW | 80kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,495 | £22,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £29,495 (not eligible) | £21,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2018–2020 | 2026+ |
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Heat pump: an option on every trim, not standard.
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Manufacturer lists no towing capacity for the 39 kWh car.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 196 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 137 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 48 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 44 kW | 80 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 143 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 36 kWh | 40 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Standard (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 9 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 225 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai KONA Electric
39kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
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Hyundai KONA Electric
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh
Tested 2017
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Euro NCAP - Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Nissan Micra
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai KONA Electric worth the extra £6,500 over the Nissan Micra?
The Hyundai KONA Electric costs £6,500 more than the Nissan Micra. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Nissan Micra is not just cheaper - it also offers 36 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Nissan Micra comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Nissan Micra?
The Nissan Micra is £6,500 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Nissan Micra comes out roughly £6,420 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai KONA Electric and Nissan Micra like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 137 miles for the Nissan Micra - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 48 minutes in the Hyundai KONA Electric and 30 in the Nissan Micra, so the Nissan Micra loses less time at each stop. So the Hyundai KONA Electric stops less often while the Nissan Micra stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Nissan Micra?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 620 mm of total clearance for the Nissan Micra and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Nissan Micra?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 90% for the Nissan Micra. That gives the Nissan Micra a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Nissan Micra's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai KONA Electric's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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