Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Comparison

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This is Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV comparison for 2022. Electric and Hybrid  SUVs are the next battlefield for customers. The simple reasons include engine performance and fuel economy however the headline reason is the steep increase in the price of fuel. In the old days specially prior to 2010, electric cars where separate models to the main petrol and diesel powered model range for all manufacturers. This has changed and mainstream models now have a hybrid and electric only power trains as merely an option. The latest models follow this design trend that includes the Hyundai Kona Electric and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV exterior comparison: Both battery equipped models look exactly like their petrol powered model grades.  Needless to say the Outlander looks more durable than the Kona which like its petrol powered version have a ‘thin’ paint job it the Hyundai does look cheaper. It does try too hard to look ‘normal’ but the end result is a typically and clearly a unattractive Hyundai of old.

Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV interior comparison: The Hyundai Kona interior is a nice place to be but a visually and physically cheaper place to be in. For this asking price the Kona is underdone buy a fair way. The Mitsubishi Outlander it a much nicer place to be in and larger but not too large. That said the Outlander PHEV comes in at least 3 different model grades.

Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV engine and technology comparison: The main difference is that the Kona is purely battery powered. So you can charge the Konda at home or a power station if you can find one to travel up to 480km dependent on battery option. The performance and safety systems are not anything special by purely electric car standards in 2022. The Outlander PHEV is like a Hybrid as it has a petrol engine and battery that can provide purely electric power for at least 80 kilometres on battery. After that the the petrol engine starts to charge the battery.  Hence if you charge the battery every night at the socket and you may not need to use any petrol what so ever.

Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV drive report : N/A

The conclusion and winner of the Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV comparison is the Outlander PHEV. Now, we decided to compare these two models separately as many new buyers no longer care about the petrol or diesel powered versions of the same car. Sure that is what they buy due to their current pricing so the electric versions are aspirational models but it is the future and a very close one at that.

The Kona Electric has the same price range as the Outlander but is smaller and looks and feels cheaper. The Outlander PHEV is larger and has more tech that is better than a normal hybrid and better quality materials. The Outlander PHEV has a small battery power only range but it has enough pure electric range for a say 80KM round trip if you live in the suburbs. With the petrol engine you can go much further and if the fuel consumption is to be believed 2500km for tank or petrol in the suburbs. The Outlander’s AWD system is also a bonus. As a result most in the market for a new SUV that is electric yet doesn’t have range problems will choose the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV	Hyundai Kona Electric
Engines
4 Cylinder – Petrol – PHEV – Hybrid 2.4 Litre (2488cc) – 91 Octane 98Kw @ 5000 RPM 195Nm @ 4300 RPM 85Kw Front electric motor 100Kw Rear electric motor Claimed 185Kw (Combined) Claimed 450Nm (Combined)	Electric motor Claimed 100Kw Torque 255 Nm Claimed 150Kw Torque 395 Nm
Weight
Kerb weight FROM 2114Kg Towing capacity up to 1600kg	From Approx Kerb weight 1593 or 1743 Kg Towing capacity up to 800kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Battery size 20kWh Up to 55 litres IL4 2.4 Petrol 1,5 Lts per 100km AVG (CVT)	Battery size 64kWh Range 557 Km (WLTP) Battery size 39kWh Range 205 Km (WLTP)
Other specifications
5 speed manual or CVT Auto Overall height/width 1745/1862 Overall length/wheelbase 4710/2706 4WD system: 2WD or On Demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5	1 Speed Auto Overall height/width 1570/1800 Overall length/wheelbase 4205/2600 4WD system: FWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5
Capability
Angle of: (degrees) Approach 18.3 Departure 22.2 Breakover 18.1 Ground clearance (unloaded) 210mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max	Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 158mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max
Performance
–	Electric only 0-100kph 7.6 Secs
Pricing
2022 $54,590 – 68,590 AUD 2018 $28,750 – 55,490 AUD	2021 $26,600 – 71,500 AUD 2020 $24,500 – 40,200 AUD 2017 $24,500 – 36,000 AUD
*Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!