Hyundai Kona II Long Range 65.4 kWh (218 Hp) Electric
Hyundai Kona:
The Hyundai Kona is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. The first-generation Kona debuted in June 2017 and the production version was revealed later that year. It is positioned between the Venue or Bayon and the Tucson in Hyundai crossover SUV line-up. The battery electric version called the Kona Electric was first launched in South Korea during the first half of 2018 and rolled out gradually worldwide afterwards.
The Kona is named after the western district of the island of Hawaiʻi. The company stated the name "reflects the lifestyle of modern customers", in line with its "progressive design" that it adopts. The Kona naming also continues Hyundai's tradition of naming crossover SUV models after famous travel destinations, including the Creta, Santa Fe, Tucson and Veracruz....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Hyundai Kona (II). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (190 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.4 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 722 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets WCC + UCC / SULEV 30 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2020): July, 2021 - April, 2023).
| General: |
| Brand: | Hyundai |
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| Model: | Kona |
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| Generation: | II |
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| Modification (Engine): | Long Range 65.4 kWh (218 Hp) Electric |
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| Start of production: | March, 2023 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
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| Space: |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 466 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4355 mm [140mm more] |
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| Width: | 1825 mm [25mm more] |
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| Height: | 1575 mm [10mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2660 mm [60mm more] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Wheel rims size | 17; 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 65.4 kWh |
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| Battery technology: | Lithium-polymer (LiPo) |
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| Battery location: | Below the floor |
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| System power: | 218 Hp |
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| System torque: | 255 Nm |
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| All-electric range: | 490 km |
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| Electric motor power: | 218 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 255 Nm |
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| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
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| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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| All-electric range (WLTP): | 490 km |
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| Battery voltage: | 400 V |
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