2019 Hyundai Kona Electric review

1. Excellent electric range 

The 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric has an excellent all-electric range. The 201-hp electric motor is paired with a 64kWh lithium-ion battery, for an EPA-estimated range of 258 miles on a full charge.

This means you and your passengers can relax and enjoy the drive. If you do have to charge, you can fill the battery fast. Getting to 80% takes around an hour using a 100 kW DC fast charger.  

2. Fun to drive 

Because of their instant torque, electric cars are fun to drive, and the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric is no exception. The electric motor’s 195 lb-ft of torque makes this subcompact SUV feel very quick. When you need to shrug off speed, regenerative braking paddle shifters behind the steering wheel allow you to feed deceleration energy back into the battery, topping it up on the move to preserve range. The battery is mounted low in the chassis, helping to make the 2019 Kona Electric agile and great fun to drive, whether you’re on the daily commute or a twisty mountain road. 

3. Feature-packed trims 

Whether you’re driving on your own, or cruising the highway with the whole family, the Hyundai Kona Electric has lots of features to please everyone. The entry SEL trim has proximity key entry with push-button start, a seven-inch color touchscreen system with two USB ports, Apple CarPlay^®, Android Auto^™, and Bluetooth^® connectivity, and heated seats. Mid-spec Limited trim adds a sunroof, LED headlights, auto up/down power front windows, and leather seats. The Ultimate trim includes a heated steering wheel, rain-sensing windshield wipers, ventilated front seats, a full-color heads-up display, an eight-inch navigation system, and an Infinity^® premium audio set-up. 

4. Lots of practical space 

Whatever you’re carrying, the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric has a practical cargo area. You get a 19.2 cu-ft trunk and the rear seats fold with a 60/40 split for those times when you need to carry passengers and luggage. An adjustable dual-height boot floor is another versatile touch. 

5. Stand-out looks 

If you want a subcompact SUV that stands out, the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric has a bold style. Taking cues from the regular Hyundai Kona, the Kona Electric has aerodynamically enhanced and fully colored bumpers and a faired-in front grille. The SEL trim is available with a contrasting black or white-colored roof, and paint colors such as Ceramic Blue and Pulse Red will make heads turn.