Hyundai Inster EV review: cute mini-SUV is packed with kit but pricey

Hyundai hopes that its new electric Inster baby SUV will do for it what MINI has done for BMW, the 500 has done for Fiat and the new 5 is doing for Renault – it could become a brand in itself. Hyundai will counter with a tech count that’s more at home in a premium car – and the car does come with essential EV kit like a battery heater and heat pump to boost efficiency in cold weather – but the UK equivalent of the luxuriously kitted-out Inster we drove would set you back £26,745 plus a little bit more for one of the fancier paint options. Hyundai Inster: From £23,495, Hyundai.com open image in gallery Hyundai Inster EV in black Independent rating: 7/10 Pros: Impressive kit list, loads of rear space, drives nicely Impressive kit list, loads of rear space, drives nicely Cons: Too expensive, narrow cabin Too expensive, narrow cabin Price range: £23,495 to £26,745 £23,495 to £26,745 Battery size: 42 & 49kWh 42 & 49kWh Range: 223 miles 223 miles Miles per kWh: 4.3 4.3 Maximum charge rate: 85kW 85kW Charging cost per 100 miles on E.ON Next Drive: £1.54 Battery, range, charging and performance The cheapest Inster 01 comes with a 42kWh battery, while the 01 and lavishly kitted-out 02 models can be had with a 49kWh battery. open image in gallery Hyundai Inster interior Technology, stereo and infotainment Who’d have thought such a small car would get adaptive cruise control, climate control, two crisp and decently sized screens up front, LED headlights, privacy glass, 360 degree parking camera, heated seats and steering wheel and keyless entry and start. open image in gallery Hyundai Inster rear Hyundai Inster’s electric car rivals: FAQs How much does the Hyundai Inster EV cost and is it worth it?