Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh vs BYD Atto 3 Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner BYD Atto 3 Extended Range 7.3 s Runner-up: 7.8 s
Range winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 490 km Runner-up: 420 km
Power winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 218 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 466 L Runner-up: 440 L
Price winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh $35,550 Runner-up: $38,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh against the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.3 seconds, compared with 7.8 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the higher listed output at 218 hp; 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 14 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range at 310 Nm and 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh at 255 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh carries the longer listed range at 490 km, against 420 km for 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded consumption at 13.3 kWh/100km; 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range is listed at 14.4 kWh/100km. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 102 kW, compared with 88 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 466 litres versus 440 litres, a difference of 26 litres. 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range is 100 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower listed starting price at $35,550, compared with $38,000 for 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh2025 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range2024
Performance
0-100 km/h7.8 s7.3 s
Top Speed170 km/h160 km/h
Power218 hp204 hp
Torque255 Nm310 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range490 km420 km
Battery65.4 kWh60.5 kWh
Efficiency13.3 kWh/100km14.4 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging102 kW88 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,355 mm4,455 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm175 mm
Cargo466 L440 L
Curb Weight1,720 kg1,750 kg
Towing750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m11.0 m
Starting MSRP$35,550$38,000

Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh vs BYD Atto 3 Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.3 seconds, versus 7.8 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the higher listed top speed at 170 km/h (106 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has more power at 218 hp, a 14 hp advantage over 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range.

Which has more range, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the longer listed range at 490 km (304 miles), versus 420 km (261 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the larger listed battery at 65.4 kWh, compared with 60.5 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has more listed cargo space at 466 litres (16.5 cu ft), versus 440 litres (15.5 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range is heavier at 1,750 kg (3,858 lb), while 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is listed at 1,720 kg (3,792 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,550 USD, compared with $38,000 USD for 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2024 BYD Atto 3 Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.