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Hyundai KONA Electric vs Lexus UX 300e
Selected trimAdvanceChange trim319 mi · 65.4 kWh · £35,000
Selected trimStandard · 2023-26280 mi · 72.8 kWh · £47,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Lexus UX 300e stays competitive across the board.
Best value
Hyundai KONA ElectricRange & charging
Hyundai KONA ElectricPracticality
Hyundai KONA ElectricWhich should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai KONA Electric wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
6.5
Lexus
4.5
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
5.1
Lexus
2.7
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
6.4
Lexus
5.9
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.1
Lexus
3.8
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
6.9
Lexus
6.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
- £12,495 cheaper
- 39 miles more WLTP range
- 99 litres more boot space
- 51 kW faster rapid charging
- 39 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,000 (better) | £47,495 |
| Official range | 319 miles (better) | 280 miles |
| Boot space | 466 L (better) | 367 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min (better) | 80 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Lexus UX 300e
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,355mm-140mm
Lexus UX 300e4,495mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,825mm-15mm
Lexus UX 300e1,840mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,580mm
Lexus UX 300e1,545mm-35mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm (better) | 1,840 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | 2,080 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,545 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare (better) | 560 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L (better) | 367 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1300 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 27 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,355 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Lexus UX 300e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric Advance |  Lexus UX 300e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.50m+140mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.84m+15mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.08m-20mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.54m-35mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.64m-20mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 166mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L (better) | 367L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1300L | Not available |
| Frunk | 27L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,747kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 65.4kWh | 72.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 319 mi (better) | 280 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 101kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,000 (better) | £47,495 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,250 (-£3,750) | £47,495 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2023–2026 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 319 miles (better) | 280 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 266 miles (better) | 233 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min (better) | 80 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 101 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 10.4 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 65.4 kWh | 71.4 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Lexus UX 300e
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Hyundai KONA Electric
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,270 | £18,748 |
| Average used price | £24,750 | £21,478 |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric Advance
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Lexus UX 300e Base
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist77%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Lexus UX 300eBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Lexus UX 300e
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- £31,9902026Cars2View
- £22,5002024EV ExpertsView
- £15,6952023Drive GreenView
Lexus UX 300e
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lexus UX 300e worth the extra £12,495 over the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The Lexus UX 300e costs £12,495 more than the Hyundai KONA Electric. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Hyundai KONA Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers 39 miles more WLTP range, 51 kW faster peak rapid charging and 99 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Lexus UX 300e?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is £12,495 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai KONA Electric is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Lexus UX 300e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out roughly £12,695 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 Lexus UX 300e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 266 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 233 miles for the Lexus UX 300e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 33 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 41 minutes in the Hyundai KONA Electric and 80 in the Lexus UX 300e, so the Hyundai KONA Electric loses less time at each stop. That makes the Hyundai KONA Electric the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Lexus UX 300e?
The two are within 15 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 575 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric and about 560 mm of total clearance for the Lexus UX 300e.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Lexus UX 300e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 84% for the Lexus UX 300e. That gives the Hyundai KONA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
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