2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV being 48.4 cm longer than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV measures just 4.7 cm wider than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The extra 7.1 cm of height in the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV creates a slightly more airy feel inside the cabin than in the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV sitting just 1.3 cm higher off the ground than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV offers 29.5 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
484 cm (+48.4)
435.6 cm
Height
164.6 cm (+7.1)
157.5 cm
Body width
187.3 cm (+4.7)
182.6 cm
Width including mirrors
215.5 cm (+5.5)
210 cm
Ground clearance
16.3 cm (+1.3)
15 cm
Wheelbase
295.4 cm (+29.5)
265.9 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m² (+1.1)
8 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Body width
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
210 cm
3.6 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m²
0.7 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
8 m²
0.4 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV offers a massive 26 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric counters with a huge 184 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
466 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,300 L
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
748 L (+26)
722 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,620 L
1,804 L (+184)
Frunk capacity
N/A
27 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
217.6 L per m (+43.6)
174 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
116.2 L per m² (+20.9)
95.3 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
748 L
9 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,620 L
251 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
-11%
SAE: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
-4%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. Whether you'd choose the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. You’ll appreciate the 1 m tighter turning circle of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+1)
10.6 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,620 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
1,620 kg
12 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
+6%
More manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 33 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33 cm
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 46 cm per side, and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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