Last year, Hyundai teases redesigned Kona by releasing a few pictures and a few details. We know what it will look like and it will be significantly larger than the current Kona, but beyond that, we don’t have much information about its next version. repetition. Today we have More information about the Hyundai Kona 2024, including the range of electric versions.
According to Hyundai, the Kona EV 2024 will come with two battery options. The smaller, seemingly unlikely to come to the US, has a 48.4 kWh battery, and with that configuration, the Kona EV makes around 154 hp and 188 lb-ft of torque. The long-range version, on the other hand, has a 65.4 kWh battery, and while torque remains the same, power increases to 214 hp. It is also estimated to have a range of 490 km or about 304 miles, but that is within the European test cycle. In EPA testing, the range will likely be close to 260 miles. The Kona EV also comes with “truck” charging capabilities, allowing it to act as a power source.
If you like the idea of the Kona but aren’t quite ready to go all-electric, there’s also a regular petrol as well as a hybrid version. However, the press release doesn’t provide much information on both powertrains, as it seems that EVs are the main focus of the Korean automaker here.
However, all Kona models will get a new crossover look with horizontal light bars up front and a new, more spacious interior with more luggage space. Based on the photos, the cabin seems to use nicer materials than before and will be a more interesting place to sit. And although the dual 12.3-inch screens serve as a display for the driver and the infotainment system, Hyundai has yet to completely remove buttons from the center console. You actually still get the physical controls, which we appreciate.
Overall, the new Kona EV is nearly 7 inches longer than the old version, has a 2.4 inch longer wheelbase, almost 1 inch wider and 0.8 inch taller. Combined with the slimmer seats, that should make the new Kona more comfortable for both driver and passenger. Plus, the added length means you can pack more stuff in the back.
Sadly, some of the features the new Kona offers won’t be available in the US, including optional extra-comfort seats that Hyundai says are “optimized for ‘weightless’ body pressure distribution. ‘ to help reduce fatigue after driving,” as well as a head-up display. We’ll get one-pedal driving, live updates, a surround-view camera system, and Hyundai’s latest suite of advanced driver-assistance technologies.
While it’s disappointing that we didn’t get some of the best features of the new Kona, we still appreciate the interest in smaller vehicles in other markets that seem strong enough for the United States. will also continue to benefit in a number of ways. Hyundai recently confirmed car that it plans to introduce a new generation of i10, i20 and i30 which means we could also see a new Hyundai Accent and Elantra even though Americans love crossovers.
Hyundai hasn’t said when the Kona 2024 will go on sale in the US, so it’s possible that announcement will be made later this year, possibly at the same time pricing is also announced.
