VinFast VF 6 Plus vs Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh

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0-100 winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 7.8 s Runner-up: 8.5 s

Range winner Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh 490 km Runner-up: 381 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: 422 L

Price winner VinFast VF 6 Plus $35,000 Runner-up: $35,550

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus against the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. 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 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.8 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the higher listed output at 218 hp; 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 14 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus 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 381 km for 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the lower recorded consumption at 13.3 kWh/100km; 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus is listed at 15.6 kWh/100km. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 102 kW, compared with 80 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 422 litres, a difference of 44 litres. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is 117 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 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the lower listed starting price at $35,000, compared with $35,550 for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. 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	VinFast VF 6 Plus2025	Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh2025
Performance
0-100 km/h	8.5 s	7.8 s
Top Speed	175 km/h	170 km/h
Power	204 hp	218 hp
Torque	310 Nm	255 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range	381 km	490 km
Battery	59.6 kWh	65.4 kWh
Efficiency	15.6 kWh/100km	13.3 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions	0 g/km	0 g/km
DC Charging	80 kW	102 kW
Size & Capacity
Length	4,238 mm	4,355 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	178 mm
Cargo	422 L	466 L
Curb Weight	1,640 kg	1,720 kg
Towing	—	750 kg
Seats	5	5
Turning Circle	10.4 m	10.6 m
Starting MSRP	$35,000	$35,550

VinFast VF 6 Plus vs Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.8 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the higher listed top speed at 175 km/h (109 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has more power at 218 hp, a 14 hp advantage over 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus.

Which has more range, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the longer listed range at 490 km (304 miles), versus 381 km (237 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has the larger listed battery at 65.4 kWh, compared with 59.6 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh has more listed cargo space at 466 litres (16.5 cu ft), versus 422 litres (14.9 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh is heavier at 1,720 kg (3,792 lb), while 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus is listed at 1,640 kg (3,616 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,000 USD, compared with $35,550 USD for 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4 kWh?

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.