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Hyundai Kona Electric
The second-generation Kona Electric brings sharper styling, more efficient packaging and a choice of 48 kWh Standard Range or 65 kWh Extended Range batteries. Built in Europe rather than Korea for this generation.
2 variants available — see the comparison table below.
- From
- $45,990 – $50,990
- Range up to
- 505 km
- Battery up to
- 64.8 kWh
- 0–100
- 7.6 s
- Power
- 150 kW
- DC charge
- 105 kW
- ANCAP
- 4★
Variants and pricing
All variants of the Hyundai Kona Electric on sale in Australia. Headline specs in the panel above reflect the volume-seller ( Extended Range ).
| Variant | From | Battery | Range | Power | 0–100 | DC peak | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range | $45,990 | 48.6 kWh | 370 km | 99 kW | 9.0 s | 100 kW | FWD |
| Extended Range | $50,990 | 64.8 kWh | 505 km | 150 kW | 7.8 s | 100 kW | FWD |
Verdict
The second-generation Kona Electric brings sharper styling, more efficient packaging and a choice of 48 kWh Standard Range or 65 kWh Extended Range batteries. Built in Europe rather than Korea for this generation.
Pros and cons
What we like
- ✓ Choice of battery sizes to match budget
- ✓ Strong real-world efficiency for the segment
- ✓ Native Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
What we don't
- ✕ 4-star ANCAP rating trails most rivals
- ✕ Rear seat space tight for the segment
- ✕ Pricing crept up over earlier generations
Best for
- Couples
- City commuters
- Hyundai brand loyalists
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Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- FWD
- Motor power
- 150 kW
- Motor torque
- 255 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.6 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 65 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 505 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 10 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 105 kW
- 10–80% DC charge time
- 41 min
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,180 mm
- Width
- 1,800 mm
- Height
- 1,555 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,600 mm
- Boot (seats up)
- 466 L
Safety & warranty
- ANCAP rating
- 4 stars (tested 2023)
- Vehicle warranty
- 5 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years / 160,000 km
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $54,000
- Built in
- Czech Republic
- Sale status
- on sale
Helpful guides
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