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Hyundai Kona receives a TopGear award! Check it out!

Kona Electric has been recognized as the Best Small Family Car in the TopGear Electric Awards after it completed a daunting 1,600km road trip across 9 European countries. Hyundai Motor’s fully electric SUV was not only praised for its efficiency and long-distance endurance, but also for its smooth and effortless performance and overall road behavior.

The 24-hour-long drive took place in December 2019, with BBC TopGear magazine’s Editor-in-Chief Charlie Turner using the European rapid charger network in order to supply the Kona Electric with 316kWh of electricity, choosing to charge 80 percent in order to maximize the driving time. In total 9 countries were visited with the trip starting in the Czech Republic and the journey passed through Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Lichtenstein, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Holland.

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It seems as the team has put some effort and desire in order to deliver us a reliable vehicle, which not only features an advanced electric drivetrain system but also lures customers with its advanced driver-focused technologies, next-gen active and passive safety features and user-friendly infotainment systems.

Source: Hyundai

April 23, 2020
2019 Hyundai Kona is named as one of the finalists at a prestigious event!

2019 Hyundai Kona and Kona Electric CUV models were recognized as the top-three finalists for the 2019 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year by North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year automotive media jury. In fact, this is the first time that Hyundai model has been nominated for the final round of the Utility Vehicle of the Year category. The final winner will be announced at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this January.

As you might know, North American Utility Vehicle of the Year event is made up of an independent panel of journalists and analysts. Since its foundation in 1996 the organization has recognized top cards, trucks and others in their respective category. This year’s jury include 54 media outlets – these include legacy newspapers, magazine experts, broadcast veterans, digital columnists and freelance media.

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Now, let’s get back to the vehicles, shall we? Both Kona and Kona Electric are built on all-new CUV platforms, which offers versatility and enhanced drive confidence. Kona was developed with the idea in mind to incorporate driving dynamics and responsive performance for a variety of urban and multi-surface driving conditions. Kona Electric, on the other hand, has been developed to ensure CUV-like ground clearance and an elevated command seating position in order to ensure better visibility and comfort on long journeys. Neat!

Source: Hyundai

December 3, 2018
Hyundai reveals details about new Kona Electric

Hyundai introduces Kona Electric crossover to U.S. audience and proudly showcases all technologies incorporated in the latest family member. Sexy, agile and fraught with tons of utility features and gadgets the new generation of Kona has a lot to demonstrate. So, let’s waste no more time and see what this bad boy is all about!

Exterior design

Kona Electric reveals organic geometric body forms and sporty contours that shape a silhouette of a contemporary sporty and yet eco-oriented appearance. The front-end showcases futuristic and detailed face with aero-tuned flared fenders, LED Daytime Running lights that altogether form a distinctive crossover character. The side profile is reinforced with bright-finish lower wave-like element and contrasting gray fender flares. Also, the eco-spoke aero wheel design does give off that unique and contemporary expression.

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And just as the front-end, the rear showcases elegant brake lights, turn indicators and reverse lamps that blend into tight and elegant face. Furthermore, the rear bumper fascia conveys an inverse wave-form design element that do continue this design concept of luxury and dynamic modern vehicle. Neat!

Interior Design

Unique features await all these who would get into the cozy cabin. Among these are the sexy horizontal character lines, spaciousness and, as expected, numerous utility goodies. Kona Electric features shift-by-wire drive controls, functional and elegant central console, smartphone incorporation, floating display and soft, fluid details that enhance the comfort-focused environment.

Drivetrain system

Kona Electric generates a total of 201hp an 291lb-ft of torque that is distributed to the front wheels. This not-bad amount of power is aided by a long wheelbase, short overhangs and MacPherson strut suspension system. Furthermore, Kona’s revised power steering system is way more efficient and quieter, compared to traditional hydraulic systems and reduces typical parasitic losses from ancillary belts and their continual drag on the drivetrain. Enjoy!

Source: Hyundai

October 10, 2018