GAC Aion V vs Hyundai Inster

The GAC Aion V starts from $42,590 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai Inster opens at $39,000. That makes the Hyundai Inster the more affordable entry point by $3,590.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $46,849 and $42,900 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

The GAC Aion V holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Hyundai Inster. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GAC Aion V and 70% for the Hyundai Inster.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GAC Aion V packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Hyundai Inster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. The GAC Aion V adds a 360-degree camera that the Hyundai Inster misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The GAC Aion V features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.9-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai Inster gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Aion V stands out with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and power tailgate that you will not find on the Hyundai Inster. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GAC Aion V gets pvc upholstery while the Hyundai Inster offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the GAC Aion V and 1-zone in the Hyundai Inster.

The GAC Aion V uses a Electric producing 150kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The Hyundai Inster responds with a Electric making 71kW and 147Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.6 seconds.

The GAC Aion V has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 71kW. In the real-world sprint, the GAC Aion V is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 75.3kWh (GAC Aion V) vs 42kWh (Hyundai Inster), giving WLTP ranges of 510km and 327km. DC fast charging peaks at 180kW (GAC Aion V) vs 120kW (Hyundai Inster).

The GAC Aion V measures 4,605mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 780mm longer than the Hyundai Inster at 3,825mm (2,580mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GAC Aion V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 427L in the GAC Aion V and 280L in the Hyundai Inster, giving the GAC Aion V a 147L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 8 years / 150,000km (GAC Aion V) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Inster). The GAC Aion V has longer coverage.