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Hyundai KONA Electric vs Vauxhall Grandland
Selected trimAdvanceChange trim319 mi · 65.4 kWh · £35,000
Selected trimDesignChange trim325 mi · 73 kWh · £37,355
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Vauxhall Grandland leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
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 Vauxhall Grandland if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- 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.
Value
Hyundai
6.5
Vauxhall
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
5.1
Vauxhall
3.4
FamilyVauxhall
Hyundai
6.4
Vauxhall
7.1
ChargingVauxhall
Hyundai
1.4
Vauxhall
4.8
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.1
Vauxhall
2.7
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
6.9
Vauxhall
3.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
- 84 litres more boot space
- 59 kW faster rapid charging
- 11 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 450 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,000 (better) | £37,355 |
| Official range | 319 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 466 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Vauxhall Grandland
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,355mm-295mm
Vauxhall Grandland4,650mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,825mm-283mm
Vauxhall Grandland2,108mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,580mm-81mm
Vauxhall Grandland1,661mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,650 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm (better) | 2,108 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,661 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare (better) | 292 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1300 L | 1645 L (better) |
| Frunk | 27 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,200 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.
Vauxhall Grandland
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric Advance |  Vauxhall Grandland Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.65m+295mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 2.11m+283mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.66m+81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.79m+134mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1300L | 1645L (better) |
| Frunk | 27L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,747kg (better) | 2,207kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 65.4kWh | 73kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 319 mi | 325 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 101kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,000 (better) | £37,355 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,250 (-£3,750) (better) | £35,855 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 319 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 266 miles (better) | 220 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 101 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 10.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 65.4 kWh | 73 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 160 kW (better) | 157 kW |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 345 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
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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 | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,270 | £21,995 |
| Average used price | £24,750 | £22,012 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 138 listings (better) | 8 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,250 below new | £15,343 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 42.2% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
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 - Vauxhall Grandland Design
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
Get a quote
Hyundai KONA Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Grandland
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- £31,9902026Cars2View
- £22,5002024EV ExpertsView
- £15,6952023Drive GreenView
Vauxhall Grandland
- £21,9952025EVHEROView
- £22,0122024Car360View
- £23,8822025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vauxhall Grandland worth the extra £2,355 over the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The Vauxhall Grandland costs £2,355 more than the Hyundai KONA Electric. For that premium it adds 59 kW faster peak rapid charging and 84 litres more boot space. The Hyundai KONA Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.2s 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 Vauxhall Grandland?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is £2,355 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai KONA Electric is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £192 for the Vauxhall Grandland, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out roughly £2,635 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 Vauxhall Grandland like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 266 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 220 miles for the Vauxhall Grandland - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 46 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 41 minutes in the Hyundai KONA Electric and 30 in the Vauxhall Grandland, so the Vauxhall Grandland loses less time at each stop. So the Hyundai KONA Electric stops less often while the Vauxhall Grandland 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 Vauxhall Grandland?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 283 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Grandland. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric and about 292 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Grandland. The Hyundai KONA Electric also turns in a 0.3 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 Vauxhall Grandland?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 84% for the Vauxhall Grandland. 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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