Hyundai Kona Electric

Overview

Hyundai Kona Electric: Charging Up Your Day and Drive

But you are not sure what exactly you will get and how to go electric? Given that it is my own experience, I will walk you through the Hyundai Kona Electric. This is not just a car this is taking a step into the future without feeling like you are in some science fiction flick. It is practical (and I mean extremely practical), ecologically friendly and surprise really fucking fun to drive.

What Makes the Kona Electric a Big Deal

What really caught my eye right away is the Kona’s range. That is  a full charge promising us up to 452 km! This range is absolutely a game changer if you are like I and do not want to have to charge every other day or something. Once you charge it up (which you do, once), it lasts you a whole week of commutes, errands and everything else in between. Hunting for charging station not all the time, it is freeing.

Charging Options Made Simple

The whole charging thing sounds painful now, I get it. However, Hyundai makes this surprisingly easy. The Kona Electric provides you with choices. You can charge at home, work or at public stations and have options of different speeds. If you have a DC fast charger you can get it to 80% in under an hour. Hyundai’s wall box charger is pretty straightforward to set up if you’re like me and like walking into a wall. Plug it in before you hit the sack and it’s ready to go in the morning. Charge it is as easy as charging your phone, except on a much bigger scale.

Surprise Performance

Half expecting the electric "whirr" with very little kick when I first got in the Kona. But this thing’s got torque. There’s an instant response when you push the pedal that provides you with that lovely burst of speed. It is smooth quiet power with zero lag and it is just addicting. Considering it is an electric car, I did not know I would get as much excitement from, but actually, Hyundai got it right here. There is a bit of sports car DNA thrown in for good measure.

Inside the Cabin: Simple, Sleek, and Tech-Savvy

And a clean modern layout greets you when you hop in to the Kona. It is a smart practical design that includes neither clutter nor over the top gadgets. Infotainment system syncs perfectly with your smart phone, seats are comfortable just the right amount of tech so as not to get too boring. But Hyundai wasn’t stingy on driver assist features either. There is a lane assist, adaptive cruise control, and a whole bundle of safety features that don’t feel like some kind of science experiment. That is exactly the perfect balance between premium and ‘Oh look at me.’

Impractical and So Eco Friendly Without Compromise

One of my favourite things? You have a carbon footprint better then you are driving. The drive is quiet efficient, and every drive feels like you are doing a little something good for the planet. Moreover, Hyundai didn’t cut any corners on building the Kona Electric a quality ride. The cabin’s got the range and power to keep pace with most gas cars out there and with the well insulated cabin outmoding road noise completely you’re not being bombarded by it. It is eco friendly but does not require a sacrifice in performance in order to achieve it.

Low Maintenance and Low Cost

That’s a big win for anyone who is watching their wallet  low maintenance. Electric cars are like the Kona don’t need as much attention as gas engines do because there are fewer parts that move. Just the usual check ups, no oil changes and no emissions tests. Can’t really complain when you are Hyundai’s company and you’ve got a solid battery warranty too. Not only are you saving on fuel, but you are largely avoiding the costs of traditional car as well. The savings just stack up, it is really like that.

The Kona Electric: Ready to Plug Into Your Life

While the Hyundai Kona Electric certainly is not just for the people who want to go green, it is not just for those either, it is a great, reliable car that does not feel like a compromise. The Kona Electric is the perfect way to start a new way of life whether you commute every day or just want a cleaner and smarter way to get around. So, it has the range, the punch and the style that is going to make going electric feel exciting, that is an adventure I am glad I took on.