Hyundai unveils its second-generation Kona SUV

The Hyundai Kona electric has class-leading range of 490km. Photo: Hyundai

Hyundai Motor Company has held a digital world premiere to unveil the all-new Kona, an upscaled multiplayer in the B-SUV segment.

Led by an all-electric variant (EV) that offers advanced safety and convenience features and class-leading range, the second-generation Kona offers a comprehensive product package.

Customers can choose from EV (standard or long range), hybrid electric (HEV) and internal combustion engine (ICE) variants as well as sporty N Line versions of each.

In an unconventional move, Hyundai Motor developed the new Kona as an EV first, in line with the company’s March 2022 accelerated electrification strategy announcement that will bring 11 new Hyundai EVs to market by 2030.

“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 Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO, Hyundai Motor Company.

Kona Electric delivers class-leading all-electric range (AER) in the B-SUV segment of 490km.