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Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trim39kWh · 2018-20Change trim190 mi · 39.2 kWh · £29,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on family practicality, while the Skoda Epiq leads on motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Epiq edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Hyundai
5.6
Skoda
5.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSkoda
Hyundai
3.2
Skoda
4
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
5.3
Skoda
4.5
ChargingSkoda
Hyundai
0.2
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per Mile
Hyundai
9
Skoda
9.2
Too close to call
City Driving
Hyundai
8.1
Skoda
7.8
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
- £4,545 cheaper
- 143 litres more boot space
- 46 kW faster rapid charging
- 20 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 1200 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,495 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 190 miles | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 332 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 48 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,205mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-5mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,800mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-2mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,570mm-11mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,205 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 332 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1114 L | 1345 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- At 4,205 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.21m | 4.20m-5mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m-2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.58m+11mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.60m+1mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170mm | 125mm-45mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 332L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1114L | 1345L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,535kg (better) | 1,542kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 44kW | 90kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,495 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £29,495 (not eligible) | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2018–2020 | 2026+ |
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Heat pump: an option on every trim, not standard.
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Manufacturer lists no towing capacity for the 39 kWh car.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 48 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 44 kW | 90 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 36 kWh | 37 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 267 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh
Tested 2017
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai KONA Electric worth the extra £4,545 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Hyundai KONA Electric costs £4,545 more than the Skoda Epiq. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 46 kW faster peak rapid charging and 143 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £4,545 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £4,585 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai KONA Electric and Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 48 minutes in the Hyundai KONA Electric and 28 in the Skoda Epiq, so the Skoda Epiq loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Skoda Epiq?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That gives the Skoda Epiq a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Skoda Epiq's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai KONA Electric's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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