2022 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited

The Hyundai Kona Electric, introduced in 2019, is basically an electrified version of the standard Kona SUV. For 2022, the compact crossover has had a face-lift and taken measures to reduce cabin noise; we tested the top-trim Limited edition. The Kona Electric has a lot going for it: The floor-mounted battery’s weight lowers the Kona’s center of gravity, improving its handling, and its 201-hp electric motor provides punchy acceleration and torque. Other noteworthy qualities include a strong 120 MPGe rating, a decent 258-mile range, and DC fast-charging capability. A strong suite of advanced safety features and heated front seats are standard. Leather seating, a power driver’s seat, and a 10-inch infotainment screen are available on higher trim levels. The Kona Electric could use some improvement in a few areas, though. The quality of the interior materials, especially the dash, feels cheap. The steering is soft and unresponsive (and includes some torque steer), room in the backseat is tight, and cargo space is lacking.