The development process of the new generation Hyundai Kona continues. Hyundai works at full capacity in the renewal of one of its most important models. The Kona range is a symbol of Hyundai’s commitment to sustainable mobility. These are the first spy photos of the new Hyundai Kona 2024 with 100% electric mechanics.
hyundai has stepped up the accelerator in the process of developing the new generation of one of its flagships in its commitment to sustainable mobility. The time has come for the Hyundai Kona to launch a new generation. In recent months we have been closely following everything related to this project. The second generation of the Kona will soon be a reality.
One of the determining keys to the commercial success of the Kona range is the variety of mechanical options. In addition to conventional engines, Hyundai also offers its small SUV in self-charging hybrid (HEV) and 100% electric (BEV) versions. Well, taking advantage of the generational change that can already be glimpsed on the horizon, the brand will go one step further in its particular commitment.
Spy photos of the new Hyundai Kona Electric 2024
has occurred the first sighting of the new Hyundai Kona 2024 in 100% electric version. To date, all the prototypes photographed both in South Korea and in Europe had some type of hybrid motorization. It is very important that the fully electric model be seen in broad daylight, since it ratifies what was expected, which will continue to be available.
The second generation of the Hyundai Kona Electric is known internally with the SX2 EV code. The prototype, photographed while driving on a highway open to traffic, features a large amount of camouflage. In addition to the characteristic vinyl used by Hyundai, we must add the fabrics and temporary elements to hide the front and rear of the vehicle. However, there are details that show that it is the electric variant.
At the front, despite all the camouflage, you can clearly see where the socket for recharging the battery is located. It will be integrated into the grill itself. In addition, if we focus on the side view, the battery of the propulsion system is perfectly intuited. A propulsion system to which we must pay close attention.
The autonomy of the new Hyundai Kona Electric 2024
The 100% electric Kona that we can currently find in our dealerships is available in two engines. The most basic option equips a battery of 39.2 kWhan engine of 100 kW (136 hp) and is capable of traveling up to 305 kilometers on a single charge. A step above is the model with a battery of 64 kWh and an engine 150 kW (204 hp). The most powerful version boasts a range of 484 km according to the WLTP cycle.
Taking into account that the new generation of the KIA e-Niro has been presented with a 64.8 kWh battery, it is not ruled out that Hyundai chooses to withdraw the access electric motorization of the new Kona range. By the way, we should also point out the reports pointing to the introduction of a plug-in hybrid version (PHEV).
When will it be revealed? The presentation in society of the new Kona is set for next year. The commercial launch will be sometime in the second half of 2023, so it will land in our dealerships as a 2024 model.
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