Hyundai’s first small electric SUV has officially gained a new “outdoor-focused” variant. Starting at just $35,000 (£28,745) in the UK, the Hyundai Inster EV Cross includes more style and features to take on new adventures. Check out the new EV below.
Hyundai Inster EV prices and specs for the UK
Hyundai introduced the Inster EV last June, its first small electric SUV. It’s the European version of its Casper Electric, sold in Korea.
The small electric SUV starts at 27.4 million won, or just under $19,000 in Korea. With incentives, Hyundai’s Casper Electric can be bought for about $7,000 (10 million won). With an affordable starting price, the small electric SUV has already become a top seller in Hyundai’s home market.
In Europe, the Inster EV starts at around $27,000 (25,000 euros). To add flavor to the lineup, Hyundai unveiled a new Inster EV Cross in October.
Hyundai revealed that the prices of the new off-road cross trim will start at just £28,745 ($35,000) in the UK. That’s £2000 ($2,500) more than the Inster 02. The rugged new electric city SUV is built to tackle all your “mini-adventures” with added interior and exterior design elements.
Meet the adventurous new variant
Hyundai added 17″ alloy wheels, a bold new front and rear bumper, exclusive side skirts and black cladding, full projection LED headlights, roof rails, and more.
Inside, the electric SUV features dual 10.25″ driver display and infotainment screens with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.
Hyundai’s outdoor-ready EV has a WLTP range of up to 223 miles, powered by a 49 kWh battery pack. All models are equipped with a battery heating system and heat pump to optimize range and charging times. Despite its rugged design, the variant is not offered in AWD. A single front motor packs 115 hp (85.5 kW) and 108 lb-ft of torque for a 0 to 62 mph sprint in 10.6 seconds.
The new Inster EV Cross is available in exclusive colors, including a cool new Amazonas Green Matte. Inside, it features a unique grey cloth with a lime-yellow accent trim.
You can get the Natural Ivory color free of charge. Other color options, including Atlas White (£300), Abyss Black (£600), Aero Silver Matte (£800), and Amazonas Green Matte (£800), cost extra.
Ashley Andrew, president of Hyundai and Genesis UK, says the new Cross model “only furthers the versatility and appeal” of the Inster EV. Andrew adds that it “continues to showcase Hyundai’s position as an industry leader in electrification.”
| Hyundai Inster EV Cross Options | Retail Price |
| Natural Ivory | £28,745 ($35,000) |
| Atlas White | +£300 |
| Abyss Black | +£600 |
| Aero Silver (Matte) | +£800 |
| Amazons Green (Matte) | +£800 |
Hyundai’s Inster EV Cross is now available to order in the UK. It’s expected to begin arriving at dealerships by May.
The adventurous new variant follows Hyundai’s launch of the Inster EV in Japan last week. Starting at just 2,849,000 yen, or around $18,000, the Inster is Hyundai’s cheapest electric vehicle in Japan. It will challenge Toyota, Nissan, and Honda on their home turf.
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