Hyundai Inster: specs, price and reviews
Compact A-segment EV on a new dedicated platform, on sale in the since early 2025.
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Spec sheet
- Generation
- eerste generatie (2024+, EU-debuut 2025)
| Body style | hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 5 |
| WLTP range (km) | 355 |
| Battery (kWh) | 49 |
| Power (hp) | 115 |
| DC fast charging (kW) | 120 |
| Boot (l) | 351 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) | 14.3 |
DC charging time
| Charging situation | 10→80% (min) |
|---|---|
| At model peak (120 kW) | ~ 28 |
| At a 150 kW charger | ~ 28 |
| At a 50 kW charger | ~ 66 |
Frequently asked
What does the Hyundai Inster cost roughly?
Indicative starting price € 25,995 (reference date 2026-05-20). Not an offer.
What is the WLTP range of the Hyundai Inster?
355 km WLTP (manufacturer figure). Owners typically report less in everyday driving, especially in cold weather. See the reviews below.
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In depth
Two battery options: Standard Range 42 kWh (about 300 km WLTP) and Long Range 49 kWh (about 355 km WLTP, manufacturer figure). DC charging up to about 120 kW; 10-80% takes around 30 minutes per Hyundai (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Four seats as standard, 351 l boot, V2L on board. Indicative from-price for the Netherlands; check the official configurator for the current figure.
About the Hyundai Inster (2024)
Independent spec and rating reference. No offers, no sales.
The Inster is Hyundai's smallest electric car for Europe, a city-focused A-segment hatchback derived from the Korean-market Casper Electric. It was unveiled in 2024 and went on sale across the EU from early 2025 (Brussels Motor Show debut). The car has a four-seat layout as standard (with sliding and folding rear seats), 351 l of boot space behind the rear bench, and supports V2L for powering external devices.
In practice
Two battery options are offered: Standard Range with a 42 kWh pack and around 300 km WLTP, and Long Range with 49 kWh and around 355 km WLTP (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). The Long Range uses an 85 kW (115 PS) motor and reaches 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds. DC charging peaks at about 120 kW per Hyundai; an independent EV-Database measurement caps useful DC power closer to 85 kW (third party, not measured by us). 10-80% charging takes around 30 minutes (manufacturer figure). The indicative from-price is in the 25,000-26,000 euro range for the Netherlands at the reference date; a starting price, no offer.
Points to note
The four-seat layout means the Inster is best suited to a couple or small family with two children; a five-seat layout is not on the European order sheet at the reference date. Real-world winter range will sit below the WLTP figure; first owner reports point to a 10-25% drop in cold conditions (public forums, early reports, not measured by us). The platform is new for Hyundai's smallest EV, so long-term reliability is by definition not yet documented. Compare carefully with the Dacia Spring (cheaper, smaller, less powerful) and the Fiat 500e (more style-led, similar price bracket) before choosing.
Same-fuel alternatives
No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and price reference dates are listed per figure.