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Hyundai Kona Electric Premium Summary

Hyundai Kona Electric Premium is the top model in the Kona Electric lineup and the price of Kona Electric top model is Rs. 23.84 Lakh.

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Hyundai Kona Electric First Drive Review

What is it?

Why will I buy it?
Unique to drive, great to look at and I get to save the planet.

Why will I avoid it?
Lack of charging infrastructure, on the expensive side.

India’s first long range fully electric vehicle is finally here and we have Hyundai to thank for it. We have already driven the car before on Korean roads and in Korean spec and you can read about it here. But this is the Indian spec Kona and we got to sample it around the Buddh International Circuit to see what it’s all about.

On the design front, the Kona looks fantastic. Its compact yet has a wide stance with a long wheelbase and short overhangs giving it a sporty appeal. The front is where all the action is for the Kona with the DRL's placed in position of the headlights with the actual LED headlights located below. No family cascading grille for Kona instead you get a flattish grille with graphic elements on it with the charging port also located in one corner. On the sides the subtle cladding and skid plates at the back give it an SUV appeal. Overall the Kona Electric is a good looking car and will stand out from the crowd.

How is it on the inside?

Step inside the Kona and you are welcomed by a clean, uncluttered layout. It’s an all-black theme with a huge splash of silver on the centre console. The centre console itself boasts a unique design with a bridge type layout and you even get storage beneath it. We weren’t a fan of the silver plastic because it robs the interior of the otherwise premium feel.

The other party piece is the 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system that comes with a barrage of connectivity features including all the energy flow and battery information. You also get an electric sun roof, front heated and ventilated seats which are power adjustable, start stop button, wireless charging for the phone and more.
While the front seats are comfortable with adequate support, the same cannot be said about the rear.

While knee room is fine, it’s just not wide enough for three passengers to sit comfortably. Also with the battery laid out at the bottom, the floor is quite high which means under-thigh support suffers. At 334 litres, boot space is quite average and lesser than Hyundai’s own Venue SUV.

How does it drive?

Let’s take a look at what’s powering the Kona Electric first. Under that conventional hood is a not so conventional permanent magnet synchronous electric motor that makes a very healthy 134bhp and a massive 395Nm of torque. You also get driving modes to choose from namely Eco+, Eco, Comfort and Sport.

Driving on a racetrack, the other modes didn’t really make sense so Sport mode it was. Being an electric, there is absolutely no lag and the response is immediate. Acceleration is surprisingly brisk and it’s only the silent nature of the electric motor that masks the feeling of speed.

Hyundai claims a 0-100 kmph time of 9.7 seconds and that’s quicker than most large sedans and quick hatches. And there is no drop even after crossing 100 kmph as the speedo surges past 150 kmph effortlessly. It’s only after a 150 kmph that the Kona feels that it has reached its limits. For an electric city commuter those are fantastic numbers.

Getting to the most important bit now, the range. Hyundai claims a range of whopping 452 km on a single charge thanks to the high voltage, 39.2 kWh lithium ion polymer battery. Now that’s a massive figure considering the Kona will primarily be used for city commuting. Even after lapping the race circuit for a few laps, the Kona Electric held its charge pretty well and there was still plenty of battery life left.

But what remains to be seen is what the real world range will be like once we take the Kona on to the streets. As for charging, an 80% charge can be achieved in 57 minutes with DC quick charger, using the CCS Type II charging port, while a 7.2 kW Level-II charger takes 6 hours and 10 minutes.

Driving the Kona Electric around the track, it isn’t a sportscar, but the compact dimensions and the taut suspension set-up means it goes around the corners flat. The steering does not have any feel to it but sport mode adds some artificial weight to it. We can’t comment about the ride quality yet because we only drove on the flat smooth tarmac but driving a little outside the track, the Kona electric felt stiff but quite absorbing over broken surfaces. But the true test will be how it feels driving in the real world with potholes and large speed breakers.

Should I buy one?

If this is going to be your only car then no. Even with Hyundai offering a humungous amount of support by providing 2 chargers and charging outlets at dealerships, One still cannot think of wandering out far with the Kona at least until the government steps in with more support by adding more charging outlets.

But if you can afford the Rs. 25.3 lakh sticker price and you want to own a car that is unique and an absolute tech-fest, the Hyundai Kona Electric will keep you interested for a long time. And with a 3 year warranty for the car and a very impressive 8 year/1.6 lakh km warranty for the battery, it should be a trouble-free ownership.

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Kona Electric Premium Specifications & Features

Specifications
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Specifications
Features

Specifications

Engine & Transmission

Engine

Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable, Not Applicable Valves/Cylinder, Not Applicable

Engine Type

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)

Fuel Type

Electric

Max Motor Performance

134 bhp, 395 Nm

Driving Range

452 km

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode

Battery

39.2 kWh, Lithium Ion Polymer, 327 Volt,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan

Battery Charging

6.1 Hrs @ 220 Volt, 57 Mins Fast Charging

Regenerative Braking

Yes

Electric Motor

1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Front Axle

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Yes

Others

Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Dimensions & Weight

Length

4180 mm

Width

1800 mm

Height

1570 mm

Wheelbase

2600 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

172 mm

Kerb Weight

1535 kg

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Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning

1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph

Lane Departure Warning

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Yes

Puncture Repair Kit

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

High-beam Assist

NCAP Rating

5 Star (Euro NCAP)

Blind Spot Detection

Lane Departure Prevention

Rear Cross-traffic Assist

Dashcam

Airbags

6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

Rear Middle Head Rest

Yes

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Yes

Child Seat Anchor Points

Yes

Seat Belt Warning

Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier

Umbrella Storage in Door

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders

Electronic Parking Brake

Auto Hold

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control

Front AC

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

Rear AC

Third Row AC Zone

Heater

Yes

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

Driver & Co-Driver

Cabin Boot Access

Yes

Anti-glare Mirrors

Electronic - Internal Only

Parking Assist

Reverse Camera with Guidance

Parking Sensors

Rear

Cruise Control

Yes

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Yes

Keyless Start/ Button Start

Yes

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

12V Power Outlets

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Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Scuff Plates

Metallic

Soft-close Door

Power Windows Position

Front & Rear

One Touch Down

Front

One Touch Up

Front

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

Adjustable ORVMs

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Turn Indicators on ORVMs

Yes

Rear Defogger

Yes

Rear Wiper

Yes

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Body Coloured

Rain-sensing Wipers

Interior Door Handles Finish

Silver

Door Pockets

Front & Rear

Side Window Blinds

Bootlid Opener

Electric Tailgate Release

Rear Windshield Blind

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Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto

Yes

Apple CarPlay

Yes

Infotainment Screen Size

7 inch

WiFi Hotspot

Gesture Control

Display Screen for Rear Passengers

Integrated (in-dash) Music System

Yes

Speakers

Tweeters

Steering-mounted controls

Yes

Voice Command

Yes

GPS Navigation System

Yes

Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

AUX Compatibility

Yes

AM/FM Radio

Yes

USB Compatibility

Yes

Wireless Charger

Yes

Head Unit Size

Not Available

iPod Compatibility

Internal Hard Drive

DVD Playback

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Mobile App Features

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats

Driver Seat Adjustment

10 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Third Row Seat Adjustment

Seat Upholstery

Leather

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Yes

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver Armrest

Yes

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Third Row Seat Type

Ventilated Seats

Front only

Ventilated Seat Type

Heated and cooled

Interiors

Single Tone

Interior Colours

Black

Rear Armrest

Cup Holder

Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Split Rear Seat

60:40

Split Third Row Seat

Front Seatback Pockets

Yes

Headrests

Front & Rear

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Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

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Hyundai Kona Electric Premium Reviews

4.4/5
(43 Ratings) 30 Reviews
fantastic car
This is a fantastic car. I love this car. I recommend to purchase this car.
Rating Parameters(Out of 5)
5
Exterior
5
Comfort
5
Performance
5
Fuel Economy
5
Value For Money
About the Reviewer
Purchase Used
Driven ForFew thousand kilometers
1
0
Superb
Hyundai Kona Ev car very comfortable to drive long without tired good inside look seating comfortable sitting five adults good audio system and speaker worth for price zero maintenance.
Rating Parameters(Out of 5)
5
Exterior
5
Comfort
4
Performance
4
Fuel Economy
5
Value For Money
About the Reviewer
Purchase Not Purchased
Driven ForFew hundred kilometers
4
1
Kona EV experience
This is an excellent car in the EV segment. It offers a great ride quality and loaded with advanced tech features. The only downside is price point. It is placed at a higher price compared to its competitor Nexon EV Max.
Rating Parameters(Out of 5)
5
Exterior
5
Comfort
5
Performance
5
Fuel Economy
3
Value For Money
About the Reviewer
Purchase Not Purchased
Driven ForFew thousand kilometers
3
7

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Kona Electric Premium FAQs

Q: What is the price of Kona Electric Premium?

Kona Electric Premium price is ‎Rs. 23.84 Lakh.

Q: How is the performance of Kona Electric Premium?

Premium is powered by a Not Applicable Cylinders Not Applicable Electric battery mated to a Automatic gearbox which generates 134 bhp, of power & 395 Nm of torque.

Q: What is the ARAI driving range of Kona Electric Premium?

Kona Electric Premium driving range claimed by ARAI is upto 452 km.

Q: What is the standard tyre size and ground clearance for the Kona Electric Premium?

The standard tyre size for the Kona Electric Premium is 215 / 55 R17, and the ground clearance is 172 mm.

Q: How much bootspace does Kona Electric offer?

Hyundai Kona Electric boot space is 332 litres.

Q: What is the Kona Electric safety rating for Premium?

Hyundai Kona Electric safety rating for Premium is 5 Star (Euro NCAP).