Comparison - MG GS Exclusive 2019 - vs - Hyundai Kona Ultimate Electric 2019

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
£
19,595
Updated: 
27 Dec 2018
$
44,900
Updated: 
08 May 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2019
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Manual
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Arctic White
#ECECEC
Jet Black
#191B1F
Aspen Silver (metallic)
#A1A1A1
Sunset Orange (metallic)
#D25214
Mocha Brown (metallic)
#6F5B49
Sahara Gold (metallic)
#B4732F
Color: 
Ultra Black
#000000
Sonic Silver
#C8D2DB
Ceramic Blue
#3100DE
Galactic Gray
#626365
Chalk White
#DFEBE7
Pulse Red
#DE1000

Electric

Motors: 
150 - kW
Battery: 
64 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
258mi
Full Charge Time: 
Standard (7.2 kW onboard charger) _ 9 hrs 35 min / Quick Charge - 50kW (0-80% Charge) _ 75 min
Top Speed: 
110mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.40s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The MG GS is the brand’s first SUV, built to rival the Nissan Qashqai, Renault Kadjar and Vauxhall Mokka X. The MG costs less than all those models and is also a little bigger so, in terms of value for money, it’s off to a flying start.

Pros
Decent looks
Punchy engine
Low price

Cons
Cheap feeling cabin
Firm ride
Small boot

By: 
carwow.co.uk

The 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric is the kind of electric vehicle shoppers want: a tall-riding crossover that doesn’t attract too much attention.

Pros
All-electric powertrain
Impressive, 250-mile range
Usable cargo space
Standard 7.0-inch touchscreen
Automatic emergency braking on all trims

Cons
Limited availability
Is it really a crossover?
Just front-wheel drive
Small-ish second row

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Hyundai Kona ranked #1 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Hyundai Kona has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Potent turbocharged engine option
Agile handling
Upmarket cabin
Intuitive infotainment system

Cons
Less cargo space than most rivals
Some road bumps disrupt ride quality

By: 
usnews.com

All-new electric version of the Kona.Hyundai has given the Kona Electric plenty of range and satisfying performance, even improving over the standard Kona in some ways.

Pros
Long driving range of 258 miles
Quick acceleration and sharp handling make it fun to drive
Comfortable and quiet cabin
Plenty of standard tech features

Cons
Tight rear legroom
Availability limited to just a few states

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy Info: 
Urban /Extra urban/Combined(mpg) UK- 37.6/53.2/46.3
Combined/city/highway: 120/132/108 MPGe
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Flat
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.50L
Torque: 
184ft-lbs
at 4 300rpm
290ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
163hp
at 5 600rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.71Feet
34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Cold storage box
Rear foot wind tunnel
Auto-dimming inner rear view mirror
Lazy locking
Trunk 12V power
A/C system
AUX
Push Button Start
Door Mirrors - Electric Adjustment And Heated
Drive Mode Selector
Heated Steering Wheel
Parking Brake - Electric
Regenerative Brake Shift Paddles
Sunglasses Holder
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
177.16in
164.60in
Width: 
73.03in
70.90in
Height: 
65.55in
61.20in
Ground Clearance: 
7.28in
6.20in
Front Track: 
61.96in
Rear Track: 
62.72in
Wheel Base: 
104.33in
102.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.25
38.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.11
37.70
Front Leg Room: 
40.79in
41.50in
Rear leg room: 
37.13in
33.40in
Front Hip Room: 
53.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.30in
55.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
52.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
54.41in
54.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
47.18cu.ft
45.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1525lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
17.06cu.ft
19.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
16.60degrees
Angle of Departure: 
14.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
3053.40lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
AUX
Odometer

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
electric mirror
LED tail lamp
Xenon headlamp
LED daytime running lights
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Fabric sporty seat
Leather sporty seat
Driver's seat lumbar support
Front heated seats
Driver's 6-way manual adjustable seat
Driver's 6-way power adjustable seat
Bucket Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
6 -Way Power Driver Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Rear ventilation ducts
Incline adjustable rear seats
2nd row proportional foldable seat
Passenger's 4-way power adjustable seat
Passenger's 4-way manual adjustable seat
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Macpherson struts front suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Multi-link rear suspension
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
A/C system
Heater + A/C
Heater + Auto A/C
Lazy locking
Trunk 12V power
Power adjustable door mirror with steering light
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Radio + AUX/USB
MP3 + iPod
DAB audio
Radio data system (RDS)
iGo navigation
USB (with charging function)
Mirror link
315 Watts Stereo Output
8 Total Speakers
Infinity Premium Brand Speakers
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Infinity Premium Brand Stereo System
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Intermittent wipers
Manual fold rear-view mirror
Electrical heated door mirrors
Front and rear boneless wiper
Roof Rails
Exterior Door Handles - Body Coloured
Door Mirrors - Body Coloured
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 in.
17 X 7.0 In.
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Electric brake
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Electric rake
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Seat belt height adjustment
Rear ISOFIX (x2)
Take me home function
Side air curtain
Anti rolling program (ARP)
TPMS
Automatic door latch function
Seat belt reminder
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
Forward Collision Warning (FCW
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Turn Signal Mirrors
Daytime Running Lights
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System

Options

Packages: 
Cargo Package
Option Group 01
Exterior Options: 
Mudguards
Wheel Locks
Interior Options: 
Cargo Blocks
Cargo Net
Cargo Tray
First Aid Kit
Carpeted Floor Mats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#000000
Pebble Blue, leather
#9E9FA1