Hyundai unveils Kona Electric

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Hyundai has unveiled the Kona Electric subcompact crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV).

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What is the all-electric range of the Hyundai Kona Electric?

    The Hyundai Kona Electric has an all-electric range of 490 kilometers.
  • How many electric vehicles (EV) will Hyundai bring to the market by 2030?

    Hyundai revealed that it will bring 11 EVs to the market by 2030.
  • According to the Korean marque, the Hyundai Kona Electric leads the lineup of the second-generation Kona as the roster has been developed using an electric vehicle (EV)-first concept in mind.

    “Kona Electric will play a major role alongside our Ioniq models in reinforcing Hyundai’s EV leadership. The new model builds on the great reputation of the first-generation Kona Electric and is designed and engineered to lead the competition with its many outstanding features,” said Hyundai Motor Company President and Chief Executive Officer Jaehoon Chang.

    hyundai kona electric

    The Hyundai Kona Electric boasts an all-electric range of 490 kilometers and comes with EV-specific design elements including frunk storage, active air flaps, interior and exterior vehicle-to-load (V2L) outlets, a head-up display, i-Pedal driving mode, smart regenerative system, and an electronic-Active Sound Design.

    “At Hyundai, we don’t see the EV revolution as just the latest trend. We believe it is a pivot point for not only the industry but also for society. Through the implementation of eco-friendly mobility solutions like our EVs, we hope to speed the transition to clean mobility and make progress for humanity,” Chang added.

    After the Hyundai Kona Electric, the carmaker revealed that it will bring 11 new Hyundai EV models to market by 2030.

    To note, the Kona was previously available in the Philippine market. It was distributed by the then-local dealer of Hyundai passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles, Hyundai Asia Resources Inc. (HARI). 

    Photos from Hyundai

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