Hyundai Kona I 67 kWh (204 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)
I Overview:
Hyundai Kona (I). With a weight of 1685 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 167 km/h. 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 (136 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 10.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.2 L/100 km.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (361 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: August, 2024 - ).
| General: |
| Brand: | Hyundai |
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| Model: | Kona |
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| Generation: | I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 67 kWh (204 Hp) Electric |
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| Start of production: | December, 2018 |
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| End of production: | November, 2020 |
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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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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 121.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 234.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1685 |
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| Max. weight: | 2170 |
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| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
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| Max load: | 485 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1114 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 332 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4180 mm mm [170mm less] |
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| Width: | 1800 mm mm [25mm less] |
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| Height: | 1570 mm mm [15mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [60mm less] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2070 mm |
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| Front track: | 1564 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 158 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
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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 [above average] |
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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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| Tires size | 215/55 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Electric: |
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 64 kWh |
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| Gross battery capacity: | 67 kWh |
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| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
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| Battery location: | Below the floor |
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| System power: | 204 Hp |
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| System torque: | 395 Nm |
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| All-electric range: | 484 km |
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| Electric motor power: | 204 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 395 Nm |
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| Average Energy consumption: | 14.7 kWh/100 km |
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| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
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| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 14.7 kWh/100 km |
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| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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| All-electric range (WLTP): | 484 km |
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| Battery voltage: | 356 V |
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