Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S studio car image
Volkswagen

ID.4 Pro S

2026 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 6.7 s Runner-up: 7.8 s
Range winner Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 520 km Runner-up: 490 km
Power winner Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 286 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 543 L Runner-up: 466 L
Price winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh $35,550 Runner-up: $44,290

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh against the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S. 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

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.7 seconds, compared with 7.8 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the higher listed output at 286 hp; 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S at 545 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

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S carries the longer listed range at 520 km, against 490 km for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded consumption at 13.3 kWh/100km; 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is listed at 16.0 kWh/100km. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 185 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

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 543 litres versus 466 litres, a difference of 77 litres. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S carries the higher towing rating at 1,200 kg, while 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is 229 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 $44,290 for 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.8 s6.7 s
Top Speed170 km/h160 km/h
Power218 hp286 hp
Torque255 Nm545 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range490 km520 km
Battery65.4 kWh82 kWh
Efficiency13.3 kWh/100km16 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging102 kW185 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,355 mm4,584 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm163 mm
Cargo466 L543 L
Curb Weight1,720 kg2,124 kg
Towing750 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$35,550$44,290

Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.7 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 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

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 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has more power at 286 hp, a 68 hp advantage over 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh.

Which has more range, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the longer listed range at 520 km (323 miles), versus 490 km (304 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the larger listed battery at 82.0 kWh, compared with 65.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has more listed cargo space at 543 litres (19.2 cu ft), versus 466 litres (16.5 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,200 kg (2,646 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is heavier at 2,124 kg (4,683 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 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,550 USD, compared with $44,290 USD for 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 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.