2024 Hyundai Kona Electric vs 2023 Hyundai Palisade
Which is bigger, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric or 2023 Hyundai Palisade?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is 64 cm longer in comparison to the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which is a significant difference. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is 15 cm wider than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which could make for a tighter squeeze. Standing over 17.5 cm higher, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The 5.1 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
435.6 cm
499.6 cm (+64)
Height
157.5 cm
175 cm (+17.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.6 cm
197.6 cm (+15)
Width (including mirrors)
210 cm
N/A (+5.1)
Ground clearance
15 cm
20.1 cm (+24.2)
Wheelbase
265.9 cm
290.1 cm (+1.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
210 cm
3.6 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Rarely do you see such a divide in cargo space. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is the definitive winner for the weekly shop with the seats up, but the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is the undeniable master of maximum volume 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.
466 L
N/A
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.
1,300 L
N/A
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.
722 L (+212)
510 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.
1,804 L
2,447 L (+643)
Frunk capacity
27 L
N/A
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.
174 L per m
237.8 L per m (+63.8)
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.
95.3 L per m²
120.3 L per m² (+25)
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.
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
510 L
229 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.
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
2,447 L
576 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
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 scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
92%
SAE: below class average (-8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
In terms of door count, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric and 2023 Hyundai Palisade are matched exactly, each featuring 5 doors. With 3 more seats, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is better suited to carrying more people than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. In urban environments, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric's 1.2 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 272 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
8 (+3)
Turning circle
10.6 m
11.8 m (+1.2)
Curb weight
1,620 kg
1,892 kg (+272)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,620 kg
12 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
92%
8% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric or 2023 Hyundai Palisade fit in a standard parking space?
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 excluding mirrors 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 (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 excluding mirrors 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 38.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
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