
2022 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited
Vehicle Type: SUV Electric
85
overall score
Category Ranking: 15
Vehicle Price
Base Price:
$42,500
Price as Tested:
$43,880
Fuel Information
Fuel Type: Electricity
120V Charge Time: 5.4 miles per hour
240V Charge Time: 27.2 miles per hour
DC Fast Charger: 10% to 80% in 47 minutes
EPA City MPGe: 132
EPA Highway MPGe: 108
EPA Combined MPGe: 120
EPA-Est. Electric Range (mi): 258
Advanced Safety Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control [O]
- Advanced Headlights [O]
- Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- Blind-Spot Warning [S]
- Driver Monitoring [S]
- Forward-Collision Warning [S]
- Lane-Departure Warning [S]
- Lane-Keeping Assistance [S]
- Rear Cross-Traffic Warning [S]
- Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- [S] Standard, [O] Optional
Overall Observations
The Hyundai Kona Electric, introduced in 2019, is basically an
electrified version of the standard Kona SUV. In 2022, the compact
crossover got a face-lift and took 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 powerful electric motor provides punchy
acceleration and torque. Other noteworthy qualities include a decent
range and DC fast-charging capability. A full 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 lacks precision and responsiveness (and includes
some torque steer), room in the backseat is tight, and cargo space is
lacking.
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Click HereStrengths and Weaknesses
Strong Points
- • Good overall value
- • Strong acceleration and torque
- • Good MPGe and range
Weak Points
- • Cheap interior look and feel
- • Imprecise steering
- • Tight backseat and cargo area
Vehicle Specifications
Model year tested: 2022
Number of passengers (F/R): 2/3
Curb weight (lbs): 3760.0
Exterior L / W / H (in): 165.6 / 70.9 / 61.2
Wheelbase (in): 102.4
Number of air bags: 7
Warranty (months/miles): 60/60,000
Tire manufacturer and model: Nexen Npriz AH8
Front and rear tire size: 215/55 R17
Max towing capacity (lbs): Not recommended
Headlight type: LED
Transmission type: Auto 1-speed
Drivetrain type: Front wheel
Engine/motor: Single electric motor
Electric motor horsepower: 201
Test Data
Test Vehicle Scores
Advanced Safety Features:
9.40Fuel Efficiency:
10.00EPA Emissions Score:
10.00Acceleration:
6.10Braking:
3.90
Handling:
6.45
Quality and Drivability:
6.94
Ride Quality:
6.68Interior Size:
3.46Easy of Entry and Exit:
6.57Visibility:
6.26Interior Noise:
8.03Cargo Capacity:
1.62
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