All-New Hyundai Kona Debuts with EV-Led Design – Automobile Analysis
That includes tech-centric design and futuristic styling, the new-generation Kona is barely longer and has a extra spacious inside with twin 12.3-inch shows.
Hyundai Motor Co. has unveiled an EV-derived, futuristic design for its new-generation Kona subcompact SUV.
The upscaled mannequin might be accessible in 4 variants, together with all-electric (EV), hybrid electrical (HEV), inside combustion engine (ICE), and sporty N Line.
The Kona began with the EV variant design, which was then tailored for the ICE, HEV, and N Line fashions. The 4 variants will function tech-centric design and, regardless of the shared structure, distinctive futuristic styling.
The all-new mannequin is nearly 6 inches longer than the earlier technology, primarily based on the EV variant. It additionally elevated 2.3 inches in wheelbase size. As well as, the all-new Kona’s inside is extra spacious and options twin 12.3-inch-wide shows and ambient lighting.
Hyundai stated extra particulars might be unveiled within the coming months.
At the moment, Korean automobile manufacturers are ineligible to qualify for the $7,500 tax credit score within the Inflation Discount Act (IRA). Solely EVs assembled in North America are certified. Since Hyundai’s EVs are imported into the U.S., they’re ineligible below the IRA.
