Hyundai Kona Electric vs Skoda Kodiaq

The Hyundai Kona Electric starts from $54,000 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Kodiaq opens at $54,990. That makes the Hyundai Kona Electric the more affordable entry point by $990.

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 $59,400 and $60,489 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 Skoda Kodiaq, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Hyundai Kona Electric and Skoda Kodiaq hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 80% for the Hyundai Kona Electric and 89% for the Skoda Kodiaq.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Skoda Kodiaq packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Hyundai Kona Electric.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Hyundai Kona Electric and 7 in the Skoda Kodiaq.

The Hyundai Kona Electric features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Skoda Kodiaq gets a 13-inch display and 10-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Hyundai Kona Electric stands out with wireless charging and V2L that you will not find on the Skoda Kodiaq. The Skoda Kodiaq counters with power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Hyundai Kona Electric gets cloth upholstery while the Skoda Kodiaq offers leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Hyundai Kona Electric and 3-zone in the Skoda Kodiaq.

The Hyundai Kona Electric uses a Electric 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 Skoda Kodiaq responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.1 seconds.

The Skoda Kodiaq has the clear power advantage at 110kW vs 99kW. In the real-world sprint, the Skoda Kodiaq is 0.8s 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, 408mm shorter than the Skoda Kodiaq at 4,758mm (2,791mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Kodiaq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 361L in the Hyundai Kona Electric and 270L in the Skoda Kodiaq, giving the Hyundai Kona Electric a 91L advantage. The Skoda Kodiaq seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Skoda Kodiaq leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 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 / 999,999km (Hyundai Kona Electric) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Kodiaq). The Skoda Kodiaq has longer coverage.