2023 Hyundai Kona Electric vs. 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV
The 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric is the EV version of the popular Kona nameplate. The Hyundai Kona is known for its engaging driving experience and quirky exterior design. How does the Kona Electric fair against the affordable Chevrolet Bolt EUV electric subcompact SUV? Time for 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric vs. 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV.
The 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric just got an SE trim
Unlike its cousin, the 2023 Kia Niro EV, the Hyundai Kona Electric is more affordable than ever before. South Korean automaker Hyundai introduced an SE base model trim for the Kona Electric for the 2023 model year.
The 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric was only available in SEL and Limited trims. The 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric starts at $33,350. The subcompact electric SUV is now available in three different trim levels. It makes 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque.
The Kona Electric gets 258 miles of driving range. It comes standard with blind-spot monitors, automatic emergency braking, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. TheCarConnection.com praises the 2023 Kona Electric’s safety features and pricing.
The 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV is the most affordable SUV in its segment
When it comes to pricing, one subcompact electric SUV has the Kona Electric beat, even with its new SE base trim. The 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV starts at a shocking $27,200. Who needs a federal electric vehicle tax incentive with a starting price that low?
The Bolt EUV comes in two trim levels: the LT and Premier. Chevy offers plenty of available tech for consumers who find the Bolt EUV to be too barebones.
The American electric subcompact SUV makes 200 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. It gets 247 miles of driving range. The EV comes standard with front pedestrian braking, lane-keep assist with lane departure warning, forward collision alert, and automotive emergency braking. It also includes standard wireless device charging and a dual-level charge cord for Level 1 and Level 2 charging.
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric vs. 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV
The 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric SE costs $6,150 more than the Bolt EUV. Chevy’s Bolt EUV Premier trim is more affordable than the Kona Electric’s base model.
The Hyundai Kona Electric produces more torque and gets 11 more miles of driving range, so it beats Chevrolet’s subcompact electric SUV from a driving experience perspective. After all, the more miles, the better when it comes to EV driving range.
As far as value for the money goes, it’s easy to see why many consumers will choose the 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV over the 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric. Drivers can add Chevrolet’s Super Cruise package and Sun and Sound package without breaking the bank for the best Bolt EUV configuration possible. Edmunds calls the new Bolt EUV “easy and fun to drive.” GM might have a ringer on its hands.
