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Hyundai KONA Electric vs MG S6 EV
Selected trimAdvanceChange trim319 mi · 65.4 kWh · £35,000
Selected trimSE Long RangeChange trim329 mi · 77 kWh · £37,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the MG S6 EV leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the MG S6 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai KONA Electric leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMG
Hyundai
6.5
MG
7
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
5.1
MG
3.3
FamilyMG
Hyundai
6.4
MG
8.5
ChargingMG
Hyundai
1.4
MG
3.3
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.1
MG
3.4
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
6.9
MG
3.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MG S6 EV
SE Long Range
- 208 litres more boot space
- 49 kW faster rapid charging
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,000 (better) | £37,995 |
| Official range | 319 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 466 L | 674 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min | 38 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 9.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
MG S6 EV
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,355mm-353mm
MG S6 EV4,708mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,825mm-87mm
MG S6 EV1,912mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,580mm-84mm
MG S6 EV1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm (better) | 1,912 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm (better) | 2,142 mm |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare (better) | 488 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L | 674 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1300 L | 1910 L (better) |
| Frunk | 27 L | 124 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,355 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
MG S6 EV
- A 124 L frunk, one of 5 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 124 L or more.
- Boot space of 674 L is bigger than 95% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric Advance |  MG S6 EV SE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.71m+353mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.91m+87mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.14m+42mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.66m+84mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.83m+175mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L | 674L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1300L | 1910L (better) |
| Frunk | 27L | 124L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,747kg (better) | 1,880kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 65.4kWh | 77kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 319 mi | 329 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 101kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,000 (better) | £37,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,250 (-£3,750) | £37,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 319 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 266 miles (better) | 232 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min | 38 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 101 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 10.4 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 166 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 65.4 kWh | 74.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 9.2 sec |
| Power | 160 kW | 180 kW (better) |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
MG S6 EV
SE Long Range
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,270 | £24,990 |
| Average used price | £24,750 | £25,890 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 138 listings (better) | 11 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,250 below new | £12,105 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 42.2% over ~6 months | Down 2.5% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric Advance
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - MG S6 EV SE Long Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MG S6 EV
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- £31,9902026Cars2View
- £22,5002024EV ExpertsView
- £15,6952023Drive GreenView
MG S6 EV
- £26,7902025Cars2View
- £24,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MG S6 EV worth the extra £2,995 over the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The MG S6 EV costs £2,995 more than the Hyundai KONA Electric. For that premium it adds 49 kW faster peak rapid charging and 208 litres more boot space. The Hyundai KONA Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the MG S6 EV?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is £2,995 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai KONA Electric is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £184 for the MG S6 EV, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out roughly £3,235 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 MG S6 EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 266 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 232 miles for the MG S6 EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 38-41 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the MG S6 EV?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 87 mm narrower than the MG S6 EV. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric and about 488 mm of total clearance for the MG S6 EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the MG S6 EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 84% for the MG S6 EV. That gives the Hyundai KONA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
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