Hyundai Kona In-Depth Review 2021 - The Best Small Family SUV?
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- Опубликовано: 12 июл 2024
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'You drive it. You define it.' That's how Hyundai wants us to view this car, their small Kona SUV, here usefully improved. If you like cars of this kind, you're probably going to like this one because it ticks all the usual boxes in terms of style and fashionability. There's more though, to this little Crossover than initially meets the eye...
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:34 Background
02:55 Driving Experience
11:55 Design & Build
26:11 Market & Model Range
44:21 Cost of Ownership
52:33 Summary
Background
Every mainstream brand you can think of is investing in SUVs these days. But delve into the detail and you'll find that some are taking this segment more seriously than others. Hyundai is a manufacturer who knows just what a difference a car of this kind can make and their Kona is a product designed precisely for the needs of buyers in the fastest-growing part of this sector - that for smaller 'B'-segment supermini-derived designs. It was first launched in 2017 and 228,000 sales were registered in its first three years on sale prior to the launch of the revised version we look at here.
By the Autumn of 2020 when this updated model arrived, the Kona range had been usefully expanded with Hybrid and full-Electric variants. With mild hybrid tech also added to the mix as part of this facelift, Hyundai can now offer a wider range of powertrain options to customers than most of its rivals. And a much improved showroom propostion. Let's take a look.
Driving Experience
The key news here is the adoption of Hyundai's latest 48-volt mild hybrid technology which features on the most affordable 1.0 T-Gdi 120PS petrol unit that most Kona customers choose. If you want a little more in terms of electrification, the Kona continues to be offered in front driven full-Hybrid form, where you get a 1.6-litre petrol unit with a 105PS power output, electrified assistance and a 7-speed dual clutch auto transmission.
There's also a fully battery-powered all-electric version, available in either a base 39kWh/135PS form or an uprated 64kWh/204PS guise. Hyundai claims a driving range of up to 278 miles for the 64kWh variant. The other variant on offer is the top Kona N which uses a more conventional 2.0-litre turbo T-Gdi petrol unit.
Advanced multi-link rear suspension only features on the top full-Electric and N models. Otherwise, you get the kind of cheaper torsion beam rear set-up that features on less advanced rivals, though Hyundai says it's re-tuned it in order to improve driving comfort, modifying the stabilizer bars and the rear bump stop, bringing benefits for primary ride and lateral body control. As before, there's also an 'Advanced Traction Cornering Control' package to improve traction and damping in bends.
Design and Build
The Kona was always quite a bold looking small SUV: well, it's even bolder now, the facelift update package adding protective cladding panels at the front, while enhanced upper daytime running lights now flank fluted inlets at the front of the bonnet. Updated alloy wheel designs feature and at the rear, the re-styled tail lights feature horizontally-stretched graphics, plus there's a smarter bumper too. As before, short rear overhangs and a low roofline add to the purposeful silhouette, plus contrasting exterior accents and standard-fit roof bars inject a bit of all-important SUV flavour. In its dimensions, this updated Kona is 40mm longer than the previous version, giving it a more sleek and dynamic look to balance out its wide, strong visual stance.
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I recently bought a self-charging Kona, just under 2 yrs old, so my satisfaction has been confirmed by this excellent reviewer. If only all car reviews could be as detailed, fair and balanced. 5 stars!
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Thank You.
GREAT review, VERY thorough.
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I have the 1.6 hybrid which doesn't have anything under the boot floor (it had the trye pump only) 🤔
It's a fantastic easy to drive car but fully agree with your detailed review 👍
Thanks for the great feedback, Chris. What made you choose the Kona over other models?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I went for ultimate specification, active cruise, cross parking detection, lane deviation, heated steering wheel, ventilated seats, sun roof, head up display, proximity sensors etc. Nothing else came near and I liked the DCT technology decoupling the engine (it's a important point as it's not a automatic it's Dual-clutch transmission, some people might find it's not as smooth but if you understand it's semi automatic then it's OK). I am shocked how far £45 fill up gets me 👍 around town it really makes a difference. I have done 5000 miles in three months and have found the car just simple to use. Would have liked the electric version but do quite a few 400 mile trips (active cruise with static start with lane deviation fantastic on long trips) so wasn't practical and the cost over the hybrid didn't stack up 👍
The only down side on a long motorway trip, a hill it will change down and run at 4000 rpm but not many steep motorway hills on my 6 hour trips (1.6 hybrid) so wouldn't have gone for the 1 ltr one.
I getting a new kona 1.6 hybrid ultimate potentially this weekend which I looking forward to getting .
My 1st ever hybrid!!!
Had test drive of full electric kona
Mild hybrid hyundai bayon
Why does everyone just show the top of the line model only why not show the premium model
I agree John and why is the Kona judged against other similar cars that are more expensive and its also said to be sluggish on my test drive it was more than adequate and returned great mpg, along with a 5 year warranty good value
"CVT BELT" Incorrect, Toyota uses a special kind of Hybrid power train by use of 2x motor's.
Thanks for the correction Chris 👍 What are your thoughts on the Kona?
Why didn't they made a plug-in version?
Hi there, the Kona is available in mild-hybrid form as well as fully electric. If you'd like to explore options for the Kona with a Vehicle Specialist, get in touch on 01903 538835 or book a FREE consultation: bit.ly/3soFVbF
Tyre size
Hi Barbara, one of our vehicle experts can explore pricing and options for the Kona to find your perfect model. Get in touch with the team on 01903 538835 or book a date/time for a quick chat here - bit.ly/3soFVbF
No spare and no real handbrake....pity