Hyundai Inster vs GAC Aion V

The Hyundai Inster starts from $37,500 before on-road costs, while the GAC Aion V opens at $42,590. That makes the Hyundai Inster the more affordable entry point by $5,090.

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 $41,250 and $46,849 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

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

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the GAC Aion V, against 4 on the Hyundai Inster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.

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

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

The GAC Aion V counters with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

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

The Hyundai Inster uses a Electric producing 71.1kW and 147Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a FWD layout.

The GAC Aion V responds with a Electric making 150kW and 210Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The GAC Aion V has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 71.1kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

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

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

Boot space is 280L in the Hyundai Inster and 427L in the GAC Aion V, 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: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Inster) vs 8 years / 150,000km (GAC Aion V). The GAC Aion V has longer coverage.