Tata Curvv EV vs Hyundai Kona EV — Detailed 2026 Comparison

Stuck between the Tata Curvv EV and Hyundai Kona EV? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Tata Curvv EV edges ahead on ARAI range (585 km vs 452 km), and the Tata Curvv EV undercuts on entry price (₹17.49L vs ₹23.84L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.

Tata Curvv EV vs Hyundai Kona EV

Tata Curvv EV - electric car

Tata Curvv EV

SUV

Starting price₹17.49 L
Real-world range320 km (real)
Battery45 kWh
Power148 hp
Top speed160 km/h
Hyundai Kona EV - electric car

Hyundai Kona EV

SUV

Starting price₹23.84 L
Real-world range320 km (real)
Battery39.2 kWh
Power134 hp
Top speed155 km/h
Verdict: Pick Tata Curvv EV if value matters most.

Detailed spec comparison

SpecTata Curvv EVHyundai Kona EV
Ex-showroom (Delhi)₹1,748,999₹2,384,000
Battery (kWh)4539.2
Range ARAI (km)430452
Range real-world (km)320320
Motor power (hp)148134
Torque (Nm)215395
Top speed (km/h)160155
0–100 km/h (sec)8.69.7
Fast charging (kW)7050
Fast charge 10→80 (min)4057
AC full charge (hrs)7.96
Boot space (L)500332
Ground clearance (mm)190170

Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.

All variants & prices

Tata Curvv EV

Creative 45₹17.49 L
Empowered+ 55₹21.99 L

Hyundai Kona EV

Premium 39.2₹23.84 L

Last updated: Jun 9, 2026

The verdict in 30 seconds

Pick the Tata Curvv EV if you want longer real-world range and lower entry price and faster DC charging. Pick the Hyundai Kona EV if you value balanced overall package.

What buyers ask

Which has the better real-world range?

ARAI rates the Curvv EV at 585 km and the Kona EV at 452 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 438 km vs 339 km respectively — the Curvv EV edges out by 99 km in mixed city + highway driving.

Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?

Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The Tata Curvv EV is ~₹6.35L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.

Which is faster to charge?

Peak DC rate is 70 kW for the Curvv EV vs 50 kW for the Kona EV. 10–80% takes 40 min vs 57 min — the Curvv EV is faster on a long highway stop.

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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.