Stuck between the Tata Nexon EV and Hyundai Kona EV? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Tata Nexon EV edges ahead on ARAI range (489 km vs 452 km), and the Tata Nexon EV undercuts on entry price (₹12.49L vs ₹23.84L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Tata Nexon EV vs Hyundai Kona EV
Tata Nexon EV
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Hyundai Kona EV
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Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Tata Nexon EV | Hyundai Kona EV |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,249,000 | ₹2,384,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 30 | 39.2 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 275 | 452 |
| Range real-world (km) | 210 | 320 |
| Motor power (hp) | 127 | 134 |
| Torque (Nm) | 215 | 395 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 120 | 155 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 10.5 | 9.7 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 50 | 50 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 56 | 57 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space (L) | 350 | 332 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 190 | 170 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Tata Nexon EV
Hyundai Kona EV
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Tata Nexon 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 Nexon EV at 489 km and the Kona EV at 452 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 366 km vs 339 km respectively — the Nexon EV edges out by 27 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 Nexon EV is ~₹11.35L 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 Nexon EV vs 50 kW for the Kona EV. 10–80% takes 40 min vs 57 min — the Nexon 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.