Hyundai Inster

$23,000.00
Brand: Hyundai
Category: Cars
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Drive Type: FWD
Type: 5 door crossover, 4 seats
Self Driving: No
Airbags: Yes

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

PERFORMANCE 6 / 10
BATTERY 8 / 10
BODY 7 / 10
DISPLAYS 7 / 10
COMFORT 7 / 10
SAFETY 7 / 10

PROS

Competitive driving range for its size
Fast charging capability
Compact dimensions suited for urban driving

CONS

Limited rear seat space
Not designed for long highway trips

The Hyundai Inster is a small fully electric city car from Hyundai Motor Company. It sits in the A-segment and uses a compact crossover-inspired hatchback design. The model targets urban mobility with a short footprint and practical interior packaging.

The Inster offers multiple battery options depending on the variant. Capacity ranges roughly between 42 kWh and 49 kWh. Driving range reaches up to about 350 km under WLTP conditions. DC fast charging support allows 10 to 80 percent charging in around 30 minutes. AC charging is designed for home and public charging points.

Pricing places the Inster in the entry-level EV category. It targets buyers seeking an affordable electric vehicle for city use. The car suits commuters, first-time EV owners, and households needing a secondary vehicle. Within Hyundai’s EV lineup, it sits below the Hyundai Kona Electric and Hyundai Ioniq 5. Alternatives include the Dacia Spring and Fiat 500e. Compared with the Dacia Spring, the Inster offers more range and higher charging speeds.

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Full Specifications

MODEL

Models

Hyundai Inster Standard Range
Hyundai Inster Long Range

LAUNCH

Announced	2024, June 27
Status	Available to order. Released 2024, December
Country of origin	South Korea
Base Price	€ 23,900 £ 23,500 - Hyundai Inster Standard Range € 25,400 £ 25,000 - Hyundai Inster Long Range

PERFORMANCE

Power	FWD 97 hp (71 kW) - Hyundai Inster Standard Range FWD 115 hp (85 kW) - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Torque	147 Nm (108 lb-ft)
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	11.7 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 10.6 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Max Speed	87 mph (140 km/h) - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 93 mph (150 km/h) - Hyundai Inster Long Range
transmission	Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	39 kWh usable, 42 kWh total - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 46 kWh usable, 49 kWh total - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Tech	Li-Ion NCM 266V (400V type) - Hyundai Inster Standard Range Li-Ion NCM 310V (400V type) - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Range	186 mi WLTP - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 221 mi WLTP - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Consumption	246 Wh/mi WLTP
Recuperation	Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 4 hours - Hyundai Inster Standard Range Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 4 hours 35 minutes - Hyundai Inster Long Range
DC Charging	CCS 120 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min
Others	Vehicle to load (V2L)

BODY

Type	5 door crossover, 4 seats
Dimensions	3825 x 1610 x 1575 mm (150.6 x 63.4 x 62.0 in)
Wheelbase	2580 mm (101.6 in)
Clearance	140 mm (5.5 in)
Weight	EU: 1380 kg unladen, 1730 kg gross - Hyundai Inster Standard Range EU: 1410 kg unladen, 1745 kg gross - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Suspension	Front MacPherson struts, rear Torsion beam
Wheels	R15, R17
Trunk/Boot	EU: 280 l, 1059 l max - Hyundai Inster Standard Range EU: 351 l, 1059 l max - Hyundai Inster Long Range
Frunk/Bonnet	No
Towing	No

DISPLAYS

Centre	10.25" touchscreen
Driver's Display	10.25"
Head-Up	No

COMFORT

Seats	Heated front seats, recline rear seats
Roof	Glass sunroof, tilt & slide
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera

SAFETY

Airbags	8 airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system
Driving Aids	Front/Side/Rear cameras. Surround View Monitor, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (front/rear), Blind-spot View Monitor, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist