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Totally love my 2020 Kona Electric
Bruce M., 05/01/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL 4dr SUV (electric DD)
34 of 34 people found this review helpful
I never, ever thought I would own an SUV -- I'm a car guy and incline toward the sporty end of things -- but when I started shopping for affordable EVs, it was clear instantly that this was the car for me. It's peppy and way more fun to drive than the Bolt or the Leaf. The interior is nicely done and extremely comfortable, and it packs a good amount of space into a pretty small external size -- important in my hometown of San Francisco, where parking is a challenge. Unlike the competitors, the base SEL model comes with all sort of safety tech, which is a plus once you get used to the car telling you whenever it thinks you're about to get in trouble. Though the present stay-home order due to COVID-19 has limited my driving, range seems to be very good. The range meter consistently tells me I should get 270 to 275 with a full charge, notably more than the EPA-certified official 258. If there is a drawback to Kona Electric, it's limited availability. It's not available in every state, and even here in California supplies are tight -- meaning, at least as of this writing, you're unlikely to pay less than full sticker. But you know what? It's worth it. Fast, smooth, dead silent, comfortable, practical. I totally love it.
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Peppy fun electric car
Mark G, 04/04/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited 4dr SUV (electric DD)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
This is a compact SUV so don't expect a lot of storage in the back. I installed a ChargePoint home charger and it's like having a gas station in the garage. At 40A, I am able to charge up the car fully in one overnight session. Notes about home charging: * the electrician determines the amperage based on the existing panel. * If, for example, 40A is chosen, the car does not get the full 40A. Ask the electrician for the effective amperage throughput. In my case, I got 31A effective from a 40A rated ChargePoint. * Consult online resources to see the miles of range per hour added for your effective amperage, and correlate that with your own observations. ChargePoint comes with an app to measure the velocity of charge and other stats. If you don't active your home charger via the app, you will be capped at a very low effective amperage (as per the home charger instruction manual). The car has good acceleration and even the base model has adjacent lane obstacle warning lights in the side view mirrors. In summary, definitely recommend this fun and practical vehicle. Just wish it was sold in more states, specifically AZ because I had to go over to Palm Springs CA to buy it. The Palm Springs dealership has assured me, though, that the Scottsdale Hyundai dealership will be able to service it (check the computer functionality mostly, plus tires, brakes, the usual).
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Great commuter
Kona in NM, 03/23/2020
updated 09/26/2022
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
This is my wife’s new car for a 165 mile round trip commute. She’s averaging 35 miles of range left over at the end of the day. Then it takes about 8 hours to charge on a home Level 2 charger and uses 55 kWh from my solar panels. It has great range but we are pushing to the limit. The Ultimate version is completely comfortable for extra features for the commute. The drawback is the lack of back seat space and cargo for grandkids and trips to Costco. It’s fun to drive and love the pulse red color. The engine and background noise is sometimes annoying and we’re trying to determine what’s “normal” and just different from what we were used to in a Honda Accord.
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Very happy with my 2020 Kona Ultimate
Pavel Torres, 03/18/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
I wanted an electric car because I have excess electricity at home with solar panels, I did not want to or could go to a more expensive car so I was considering the Chevy Bolt electric and I even gave it a test drive. I tested the Premier which is supposed to be the best trim for the Chevy Bolt, I tell you this, the Bolt is nothing compared to my new Hyundai Kona, in size, in comfort, in the interior. I feel lucky that I was able to find the Kona in Florida, it drives very smooth, with lots of safety features. The Kona does not have much room in the back or cargo space but I will make it work for me and the family. One thing I have noticed when driving on highways, it feels like a boating sensation, I think it is because of the weight of the batteries, it is like a rocking movement that maybe I just need to get used to. Other than that, beautiful car. All the features it has makes it a very good car to own.
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A 3 series BMW competitor!
First Time EV Buyer, 02/09/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
It may sound silly but my Kona EV Ultimate reminds me of a BMW without the terrible reliability. The leather seating is much nicer than the Tesla Model 3 and the interior is about the same size. I felt it was too small initially but then I realized that this car is average to large for the rest of the world. It definitely favors the driver and front passenger. The back is not that big but most people drive with 2 or less passengers in this size of car. Driving it is very smooth for its size. It won't be like an Avalon b/c of its smaller wheelbase but the multi-link suspension does take the bumps well. The tech is great except for the lack of Lane Follow Assist on my car but I can live with it. The infotainment gives many ways to accomplish the same task so the choice is yours whether to use buttons, voice command or steering wheel controls to make a call or change the audio programming. I chose the larger screen but the other one is fine too. A note - the 2020 has adaptive cruise control only on the Ultimate trim while in 2019 it was found on lower trims. I cannot find a single used 2019 on the market so I went with a 2020. Try it out before getting a Model 3. You might like it better if you don't like racing and buying tires every 25-30K miles.
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Compact Bomb of an Electric Vehicle
Charged Up, 09/08/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Wow we’ve owned a fair amount of autos, and some of the best were two Audi TT’s and a six-cylinder R32. The Hyundai Kona Ultimate has knocked the R32 off the top of my list, with its combination of luxury features (rain sensing wipers, heated and air conditioned seats, auto headlights and loads of safety extras) and vigorous handling and precision in driving. For a short-wheelbase car, the ride is remarkably sorted out, thanks to MacPherson struts in front and a sophisticated multi-link independent set-up in the rear. The handling, while not Porsche level, is quite impressive at any speed I’d want to drive at, and the acceleration pushes you back into the seat when you floor it. While noisy at low speeds (with sound system designed to keep pedestrians aware of you at speeds up to about 16 mph) the car is remarkably quiet and composed at highway velocities. Seats are firm but comfortable and should survive break-in and still feel supportive. The adjustable back bolster is one dimensional (in and out, not up and down) but somehow Hyundai has positioned it at a useful height that works for both me and my wife. They’ve left off a few goodies; the outside mirrors do not power-fold, and there is no driver’s seat memory for seat position and outside mirrors. Oh well. Small sacrifice for such a tactile, speedy, well-composed ride. A few notes: as others have stated, this is basically a glorified two seater with enough room for small children and/or a baby seat in back, but it is not a family hauler. A Tesla Model 3 comes in at almost 21 inches longer (! ! !) but the Kona EV makes it easy to park in urban environments (and it fits alongside my Kia Niro Hybrid in a two-car garage. Great for couples and those with young kids. The seats go down with no hassle and give a respectable if not enormous cargo area, more than good enough for most minor hauling. In short, this is way more car than I would have expected for the price, and since Hyundai hasn’t exhausted its quota yet, the full $7,500 fed rebate applies, with many other rebates and freebies in CA (thanks, Sonoma County, for a WiFi-enabled 40A Juice Box for just tax and shipping!) Think of this as the anti-Tesla; small and tight, rather than big and barge-like.
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Great little compact SUV!
AlexC, 09/11/2022
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Lots of safety features. Sporty look. Pretty fast. Not too comfortable for tall people. I’m 6’1” and my head it’s not 1” away from the roof.
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Kona EV delivers as promised
RonSharp, 06/21/2021
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL 4dr SUV (electric DD)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I leased a Kona EV because I believe battery technology will continue to improve and I will be able to lease or buy a new EV in 3 years when the lease is up with even more range than the Kona's 258 miles. After trying the sport and normal driving modes, I settled on the ECO mode which I believe (but have not yet documented) will extend the range beyond the 258 miles advertised. Hatchback style with seats that recline flat leaves plenty of cargo room. This car is fast and agile and driver room is fine (I am 6'2") . Backseat room is tight but fine for kids or small adults. I have solar and included a car charger - anticipating getting a EV. If you are really trying to use clean energy - you need the solar and car charger since most electricity is provided by coal, natural gas or oil (depending on where you live). Note that the Hyundai Kona is at present eligible for the $7,500 Federal Credit and credits / rebates worth another $3,500 in CA - these will go away (not sure when) so time to buy is while these credits are in place. Do be sure to check with several dealers - what they offeer varies more by dealer than you might think
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Sleek, Zippy and Kool…Kona EV
SD EV driver, 02/06/2022
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited 4dr SUV (electric DD)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Fun fact: It’s acceleration is flat out fast. The 0-Fast in a blink of an eye was a nice surprise. I already knew I was getting a zero emission, zero gas lines or costs, and about zero maintenance costs. I did not know it was going to be such a zippy car. Down side is it rides a little low, which makes one extra cautious going over speed bumps, dips, and up some driveways. Other than that, two thumbs up. Can’t wait for the next generation of Hyundai EVs.
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Korean for Better Bolt !
Paul, 08/01/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Hyundai Kona oozes with Tech its fun to drive the EPA rating is quite accurate and actually the Kona can easily go much farther than rated
Kona!
James Harden, 08/19/2020
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL 4dr SUV (electric DD)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had a great experience with leasing and the car runs great!
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So far so good.
Kurt, 03/29/2021
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric Ultimate 4dr SUV (electric DD)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
So far I am loving my Kona EV. It drives nice and it is really nice not visiting gas stations any longer.
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