Hyundai KONA (2023) purely electric version

Recently, Hyundai officially released all the information about its Hyundai KONA model. Previously, the crossover was officially presented in December 2022, and information about the technical characteristics of the fuel and plug-in hybrid version was announced only in January 2023. This time, officials announced information about the power of a purely electrical modification. The KONA electric car will be equipped with 48.4 and 65.4 kWh batteries with a range of 342 and 490 km, respectively. Unique Hyundai KonaPhoto source: auto homeThe appearance of the Hyundai KONA is no longer a secret. The daytime running lights are represented by a continuous LED strip. The main headlights are integrated into the front bumper with separate lighting satellites located in the central air intake. The body profile is distinguished by its narrow glazing line, three-dimensional wheel arches and a decorative strip at the bottom of the doors that visually separates the sill. The lighting technology in the stern is also carried out in a two-level concept. As for the dimensions of the body of the new car, its length, width and height are 4355/1825/1575 mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2660 mm. Hyundai KONA showPhoto source: auto homeThe interior world of Hyundai KONA is very technological. A three-spoke steering wheel hides a cockpit that combines two 12.3-inch screens. Expensive versions also have a 12-inch projection screen. At the same time, there are a lot of physical buttons and switches in the cabin. The arsenal also includes expensive Bose Premium acoustics, interior contour lighting, wireless charging for smartphones and numerous electronic assistants. Hyundai Kona ElectricPhoto source: auto homeAccording to current information, the all-electric version of the Hyundai KONA will come in two configurations: Standard and Long Range. Both models are equipped with a single front electric motor. The maximum power of the Standard is 156 horsepower and 255 Nm. As for the battery, the Standard model will be equipped with a 48.4 kWh battery with a range of 342 km, and the Long Range with 65.4 kWh, which will offer 490 km of autonomy. KONA Technological HyundaiPhoto source: auto homeHyundai representatives said that all versions will be equipped with a fast charging system and it will only take 41 minutes to top up the charge from 10% to 80%. In addition, electric vehicles are equipped with the possibility of heating the battery and the charging port.