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Hyundai KONA Electric
General
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | KONA Electric |
| Variant(s): | |
| Trims: | |
| MSRP range:1 | $33,000 - 37,000 USD |
| Parent: | Hyundai Motor |
| Tech partner: | |
| Market segment: | Mass-Market |
| Origin: | South Korea |
| Available: | now |
Body & Design
| Body style: | SUV |
| Body variant(s): | |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Door Type: | Conventional |
| Roof type: | Panoramic, Fixed tint |
| Roof shades: | Power |
| Headlights: | Adaptive Matrix |
| Side mirrors: | Optical |
Performance
| Range WLTP:2 | km |
| Range EPA:2 | 234 - 261 mi |
| Top speed: | 101 - 107 mph |
| Acceleration: | sec (0-60 mph) |
| Peak power: | 145 - 218 HP / 115 - 163 kW |
| Peak torque: | 188 ft/lbs |
| Drivetrain: | FWD |
| Motors: | 1 |
| Torque vectoring: |
Battery & Charging
| Chemistry: | NMC |
| Supplier: | CATL, LG, SK On |
| Capacity:3 | 48 - 65 kWH |
| Battery voltage: | 400 V |
| Peak charge rate:4 | 75 - 100 kW |
| Fast charge time (20-80%): | 29 min |
| AC charge rate:4 | 11 kW |
| Plug & Charge | yes |
| Heat Pump: | yes |
| Preconditioning: | yes |
| V2X: |
Chassis & Dynamics
| Steering type: | Mechanical |
| 4-wheel steering: | |
| Suspension: | Coil springs |
| Damping: | Passive |
| Torque vectoring: |
Platform & Software-defined
| Platform: | K3 EV (EV-Native) |
| E/E Architecture: | Domain-Based |
| Voltage class: | 400 V |
| OTA level: | Partial |
| Telemetry level: | Moderate |
| Power electronics: | IGBT-based |
| ADAS platform: | Hyundai SmartSense (Integrated) |
| Inference compute: | NVIDIA DRIVE Orin |
| Vehicle OS | ccOS |
| App: | MyHyundai |
Cabin Displays
(Driver instruments & center screen assumed)
| Head-up display: | |
| Passenger screen: | |
| Rear screen(s): | |
| Ceiling/cinematic screen: |
Seating & Comfort
| Seat comfort (front): | Heated + ventilated |
| Seat comfort (rear): | None |
| Lay-flat seats: | No |
| Captain's chairs: | |
| Leather available: | Yes |
| True vegan available: | Yes |
Cabin Experience
| Audio system brand: | Bose |
| Immersive sound: | None |
| Ambient Lighting: | Dynamic |
| Shade control: | Power shades |
| Filtration: | HEPA |
| Fragrance system: | None |
| Refrigerator: | None |
Cabin Intelligence & Security
| Entry/Access: | Smartphone |
| Voice interface: | Voice assistant |
| Cabin monitoring: | Occupant detection |
| Driver monitoring: | Camera |
| Biometric zone: | None |
| Biometric mode: | None |
| Event recording: | None |
1 see EV Pricing: MSRP vs Real-World Cost
2 see EV Range: EPA vs WLTP vs CLTC and Top 10 Factors Impacting EV Range
3 see Battery Capacity: Gross vs Usable
4 see EV Charging: Speed, Rate, and Time
Fleet Readiness
The Hyundai Kona Electric demonstrate suitability for professional and fleet use based on charging behavior, uptime requirements, serviceability, and cost-per-mile considerations that determine whether fleets can scale reliably. See also Fleet Core 10.
Fleet Role Summary: One of the most efficient EVs available.
Fleet Scores
Read the Fleet Scoring Framework.
Composite Fleet Readiness Score: = 82 / 100
FUS = 78 / 100 - Fleet Utility Score
Duty-cycle versatility, packaging, and real-world usefulness for fleet scenarios.
Efficient drivetrain minimizes energy cost and extends operational range
Comfortable cabin supports long rideshare shifts
Cargo space adequate for municipal and light-duty tasks
TCO = 93 / 100 - Total Cost of Ownership Score
Energy cost, maintenance expectations, uptime, and residual value assumptions.
Minimal maintenance load due to simple EV architecture
Low acquisition cost accelerates fleet ROI
Ideal for fleets prioritizing predictable daily usage and depot charging
CCS = 74 / 100 - Charging Convenience Score
Depot charging behavior, public network compatibility, and real-world turn-around speeds.
Stable AC charging at 11 kW works well for overnight fleet cycles
Thermal management maintains predictable charging performance
NACS transition will improve long-term DC network access
DAX = 76 / 100 - Driver Assistance Experience Score
ADAS capability, stability, and driver workload reduction in fleet contexts.
ADAS suite sufficient for city and suburban duty cycles
OTA updates support long-term usability
Refined ride quality reduces driver fatigue on extended shifts
Energy & Cost Context
Energy use assumption: 27 kWh / 100 miles in typical mixed urban duty cycles.
Depot energy cost assumption: $0.07 per kWh (off-peak commercial rate).
Estimated cost per full charge: ~ $3.50 (0-100% of usable capacity).
Telematics scope: Limited (BlueLink platform)