Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh vs Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD 7.5 s Runner-up: 7.8 s
Range winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 490 km Runner-up: 459 km
Power winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 218 hp Runner-up: 201 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 466 L Runner-up: 452 L
Price winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh $35,550 Runner-up: $38,070

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh against the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD. 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

2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.5 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; 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD is rated at 201 hp, a difference of 17 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD at 265 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 459 km for 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded consumption at 13.3 kWh/100km; 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD is listed at 15.6 kWh/100km. 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 147 kW, compared with 102 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 452 litres, a difference of 14 litres. 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,134 kg, while 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD is 335 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 $38,070 for 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD. 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 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.8 s7.5 s
Top Speed170 km/h160 km/h
Power218 hp201 hp
Torque255 Nm265 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range490 km459 km
Battery65.4 kWh71.4 kWh
Efficiency13.3 kWh/100km15.6 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging102 kW147 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,355 mm4,690 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm177 mm
Cargo466 L452 L
Curb Weight1,720 kg1,855 kg
Towing750 kg1,134 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$35,550$38,070

Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh vs Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 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 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

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 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has more power at 218 hp, a 17 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD.

Which has more range, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the longer listed range at 490 km (304 miles), versus 459 km (285 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD has the larger listed battery at 71.4 kWh, compared with 65.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has more listed cargo space at 466 litres (16.5 cu ft), versus 452 litres (16.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,134 kg (2,500 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD is heavier at 1,855 kg (4,090 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 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,550 USD, compared with $38,070 USD for 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2025 Toyota bZ4X XLE FWD?

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.