Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.8 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the higher listed output at 218 hp; 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI is rated at 150 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh at 255 Nm and 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI at 250 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
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 521 litres versus 466 litres, a difference of 55 litres. 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI is 35 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 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI has the lower listed starting price at $28,900, compared with $35,550 for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.