The All-Electric Hyundai Kona (SUV): The Complete Electric Car Buying Guide For India

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Electric Cars: The Basics

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The Hyundai Kona Electric SUV

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The Hyundai Motor Company, usually referred to simply as Hyundai, is a leading South Korean automotive manufacturer headquartered in Seoul. The company was founded in 1967, with its first model, the Cortina (in collaboration with Ford Motor Company), launched in 1968. The Cortina was assembled in the Ulsan plant in South Korea. Hyundai has come a long way since then, and currently owns a 33.88% stake in Kia Corporation, and also wholly owns the luxury automotive brand, Genesis, among others.

Hyundai has an annual production capacity of over 1.6 million units, making the automotive manufacturer the third-largest in terms of production behind the Japanese automotive manufacturer, Toyota and the German automotive group, Volkswagen. Hyundai has production facilities across a number of global locations. Some of these include: North America, India, Russia, Turkey, China and the Czech republic. Hyundai vehicles are sold in nearly 200 countries globally. The company currently has the following battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs):

• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai Kona (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ 3 (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 N (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ 6 (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ 6 N (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai IONIQ 9 (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai Inster (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai Staria (BEV)
• All-electric Hyundai Nexo (FCEV)
• Hyundai IONIQ Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)
• Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)
• Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)

The pure electric Hyundai Kona Electric EV was launched in South Korea in 2018. The Kona has also been available as an internal combustion engine (ICE) variant since 2017. The vehicle is named after the western district of the island of Hawaii.

The Kona e-SUV is the second pure electric car from the South Korean manufacturer. The first was the all-electric IONIQ EV. The upgraded New Kona Electric SUV EV is a practical and affordable electric vehicle (EV), appropriate for families keen to migrate to zero-emission electric driving, but at prices that are affordable.

The e-SUV is practical and versatile with an excellent zero-emission range. The KONA SUV EV is available in two EV battery sizes (39.2 kWh and 64 kWh), with a WLTP range up to 482 km for the larger lithium-ion EV battery. The 39.2 kWh EV battery offers a zero-emission range up to 304 km (WLTP). The larger EV battery is not available in India.

Of course, the real-world electric range will be lower, impacted by a number of factors, to include: driving profile, speed, use of regenerative braking, onboard services used, passenger load, tyre size etc. For the 39.2 kWh option, expect a real-world e-range closer to 255 km and for the 64 kWh, a 400 km electric range will be more realistic.

In any case, both options offer ample range for most needs, to include longer motorway journeys. Also do keep in mind that the average distance travelled by the majority of motorists in a day is a mere 50 km. The compact crossover electric SUV is more than appropriate for most family requirements, to include, school runs, family outings, weekend trips, grocery shopping and a lot more!

The electric vehicle (EV) also has a 10.5 kW AC (3-phase) onboard charger as standard and is capable of DC charging up to 100 kW. Most homes in India are powered by a single-phase (7.4 kW) power supply. The 39.2 kWh EV battery can be fully charged via a single-phase EV charger in 6 hours and the 64 kWh EV battery will take 9 hours and 15 minutes.

For those with access to three-phase EV charging at home or at a public charging station, the 39.2 kWh battery can be fully charged in 4 hours and 20 minutes, while the 64 kWh battery can be fully charged in 6 hours and 50 minutes. DC charging will certainly be much faster and the 39.2 kWh can be charged up to 80% in 64 minutes (50 kW DC), while the 64 kWh can achieve 80% charge in 47 minutes (100 kW DC).

The Kona electric family car is available only in front-wheel drive (FWD). The pure electric Kona can achieve 0-100 km/h in 9.9 seconds for the smaller EV battery. The 64 kWh variant can achieve 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. The top speed of the top of the range variant is 167 km/h.

Standard features in the electric vehicle include: regenerative brake shift paddles, smart key – keyless entry, rear camera and guidance system, 10.25″ screen navigation, driver’s supervision instrument cluster with TFT display (10.25″), forward collision warning (FCW), lane follow assist (LFA), lane keep assist (LKA) and more.

In terms of practicality, the boot space (332 L) is not as large compared to rivals. The interior cabin has adequate space but not spacious. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet!

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PROS	CONS
An affordable compact family electric SUV	Not available as an all-wheel drive
Good EV range	Boot is smaller than rivals
Up to 100 kW DC and three-phase onboard charger as standard	Heat pump does not come as standard

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The Hyundai Kona Electric SUV (credit: Hyundai)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body Type:	SUV (Compact Crossover)
Engine:	Electric
Available In India:	Yes

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Trims (2 Options)
Hyundai Kona Electric Premium (from Rs 23.84 Lakhs)
Hyundai Kona Electric Premium Dual Tone (from Rs 24.02 Lakhs)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in two battery sizes: 39.2 kWh/ 64 kWh
Charging:	Up to 100 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 47 mins). Onboard charger: 10.5 kW AC
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
Battery Warranty:	8 years or 160,000 km

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1570
Width (mm):	1800
Length (mm):	4205
Wheelbase (mm):	2600
Turning Circle (m):	10.60
Boot Space (L):	332

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KONA Electric (39.2 kWh)
EV Battery Capacity:	39.2 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	304 km
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km):	14.3
Charging:	50 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 64 mins). Onboard charger: 10.5 kW AC (0%-100%: 4 hrs and 20 mins)
Top Speed:	155 km/h
0-100 km/h:	9.9 seconds
Drive:	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	136
Max Power (PS):	100
Torque (Nm):	395
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	1,535 – 1,593
Colours:	10
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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KONA Electric (64 kWh)
EV Battery Capacity:	64 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	482 km
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km):	14.7
Charging:	100 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 47 mins). Onboard charger: 10.5 kW AC (0%-100%: 6 hrs and 50 mins)
Top Speed:	167 km/h
0-100 km/h:	7.9 seconds
Drive:	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	204
Max Power (PS):	150
Torque (Nm):	395
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	1,658 – 1,743
Colours:	10
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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Electric Driving: Top 5 EV Jargons For India

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Despite the increased visibility of EVs in India, the vocabulary (jargon) used in electric driving is still new to consumers. In fact, for many, it can seem daunting and confusing. We have therefore put below some of the more commonly used terms in the EV glossary, to give you an easier introduction to electric driving in India!

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EV Glossary: Top 5
Regenerative Braking:	Driving at all times requires braking. However, on more densely populated roads, the frequency and intensity of braking increases. Yes, it does result in longer journeys, but also reduces the efficiency of the vehicle. Regenerative braking is process of capturing energy otherwise wasted during braking. According to the rules of physics, energy cannot be destroyed, instead it simply transfers from one state to another. The same principle applies to braking. The kinetic energy that propels a car forward is usually displaced or wasted as heat. Regenerative braking captures this kinetic energy that in turns recharges an on board battery, increasing both efficiency and range. Cars like Toyota Prius, Jaguar I-PACE and Tesla Model 3 use regenerative braking.
What is Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) charging?	V2L charging is a bidirectional functionality allowing an electric vehicle (EV) to use its onboard high-voltage EV battery to charge or power devices/ appliances. It is also sometimes referred to as Vehicle-to-Device (V2D). Depending on the type of device/ appliance that needs to be charged or operated, V2L can be used while the EV is moving or parked. As an example, a laptop can be charged or used when an EV is parked or moving, while a lawn mower can only be charged or used when the EV is parked. V2L is a less complicated technology, compared to V2G, which requires interaction with the National Grid. V2L does not interact directly with the grid infrastructure. V2L cannot be used for powering your home or office.
What is Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)?	V2G is an innovative bidirectional technology that allows the onboard EV battery to be charged and discharged i.e. electrical energy to be exported/ discharged from the onboard EV battery to the grid via a V2G compatible EV charger. It also allows for vital informational flow (data) to the grid. In effect, the V2G technology allows an EV battery to be used as a grid-connected energy storage unit.
One-Pedal Driving:	What is one-pedal driving? In one-pedal driving, the EV slows down or stops, when the pedal is released. One-pedal functionality reduce the need to use the brake pedal, for speed reduction or stopping. Of course, the brake pedal is still the best way to hold a vehicle in place at a complete stop.
WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure):	In a bid to continue to improve the quality of realistic data released by automotive manufacturers, on economy, range and CO2 emissions, Europe has implemented its first phase for the WLTP program. The testing procedures under WLTP will result in reduced ranges for electric cars released under other previous testing regimes. The WLTP is seen as a significant improvement over the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) designed in the 1980s and based on theoretical driving. The WLTP has been developed with the aim of becoming a global standard, so that cars can be easily compared between regions.

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