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March 7, 2023 6:23 pm
Think I like this better than the IONIQ 5 as far as design goes. Love the position of the charger in the front bumper on the new Hyundai Kona Electric.
The South Korea electric vehicle maker rolls out a second generation version of its all-electric SUV.
To keep the pressure on Tesla and all the other EV competition, Hyundai on March 6 unveiled its new second generation, all-electric Kona subcompact crossover SUV, featuring standard and long-range powertrains.
The Kona Electric has an estimated maximum long range of about 305 miles. EV-specific design elements include frunk storage, active air flaps, interior and exterior vehicle-to-load outlets, head-up display, i-Pedal driving mode, Smart Regenerative System, electronic-active sound design and an eco package.
https://www.thestreet.com/electric-vehicles/tesla-rival-hyundai-rolls-out-new-electric-suv
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/pictures/hyundai-new-kona-electric-debut/
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March 7, 2023 8:12 pm
The back end is kinda “meh”. It reminds me of the rear end slab of a Pt Cruiser convertible.
interesting putting the charger port up front. Gives at least 3’ more of reach when squeezing into a tight charger parking stall..
Will I get my Fisker One delivered before my VW needs its 100K service?? The race is on..
and…… will we still get the $7500 tax credit? Only HF knows…
March 7, 2023 9:03 pm
This is the 2nd gen Kona. It competes with the Bolt EV (almost the same size). The first gen also had the port on the center front area.
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March 8, 2023 8:18 am
The back end is kinda “meh”. It reminds me of the rear end slab of a Pt Cruiser convertible.
interesting putting the charger port up front. Gives at least 3’ more of reach when squeezing into a tight charger parking stall..
I can see the PT Cruiser ish style in the back and it is not appealing to me, a bit PT Cruiser or Chevy HHR the way the bulge happens around the light. I wonder if it is for aerodynamics because it would look better without it.
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