Hyundai Kona Electric vs LDV D90

The Hyundai Kona Electric starts from $40,500 before on-road costs, while the LDV D90 opens at $39,990. That makes the LDV D90 the more affordable entry point by $510.

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 $44,550 and $43,989 respectively.

The Hyundai Kona Electric qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The LDV D90, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Hyundai Kona Electric and LDV D90 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Hyundai Kona Electric packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the LDV D90.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Hyundai Kona Electric and 6 in the LDV D90.

The Hyundai Kona Electric features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the LDV D90 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Hyundai Kona Electric stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and heated front seats that you will not find on the LDV D90. The LDV D90 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Hyundai Kona Electric runs a pure electric powertrain producing 99kW and 255Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.9 seconds.

The LDV D90 responds with a Petrol Turbo making 184kW and 410Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.5 seconds.

The LDV D90 has the clear power advantage at 184kW vs 99kW. In the real-world sprint, the Hyundai Kona Electric is 0.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Hyundai Kona Electric measures 4,350mm long on a 2,660mm wheelbase, 696mm shorter than the LDV D90 at 5,046mm (2,950mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV D90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 361L in the Hyundai Kona Electric and 343L in the LDV D90, giving the Hyundai Kona Electric a 18L advantage. The LDV D90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the LDV D90 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 1,700kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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

Warranty: 5 years (Hyundai Kona Electric) vs 7 years / 200,000km (LDV D90). The LDV D90 has longer coverage.