NEW Hyundai Kona Electric review – better than a Kia Niro EV? | What Car?

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- The second-generation Kona shares many design elements with the Ioniq 5.
- A thin light bar runs across the front, blending into heavily sculpted wheel arches.
- Retro pixel graphics are present in the back lights, resembling the Ioniq 5 and 6.
- The interior is redesigned with dual 12.3-inch screens in a curved display.
- Many physical buttons have been installed, surpassing the Ioniq 5 in that regard.
- The gear selector is now on the steering column, freeing up space.
- There is a wireless phone charger and sizable storage.
- There are inconsistent interior material qualities.
- Both Kona’s have dual 12.3-inch screens standard.
- The wheel position can cut off the view to the top of the instrument cluster.
- A crisp head-up display is offered on the top trims.
- An intuitive infotainment layout is included, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- The boot has a capacity of 466 liters.
- The car has height-adjustable boot floor.
- A small front boot is suitable for the charging cable.
- The standard battery yields a range of 234 miles, while the long-range battery yields 319 miles.
- A 10-80% charge takes about 40 minutes, up to 102kW, maximum charging rate.
- The performance of the newest Kona has gained a little horse power.
- Electronics systems prevent front wheel spin, to enable more power to the ground.
- The ride is soft, with accurate steering; it is better on the electric model than the hybrid tested before.
- You can purchase the V2L function, to use the vehicle as a battery source.
- The charging port has a light at night.
- The charger flap is heated in very low temperatures.
- The car's pricing starts at £34,995 for the standard and £40,395 for the long-range model.
- A well-rounded electric SUV that will be a solid rival.

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