Is the Hyundai Kona Electric one of the best electric cars on the market?

Ashutosh on 02 January 2025 12:05
Lately, the Kona Electric has been getting lots of attention for being one of the more affordable long range EVs on the market. However, with its small size and fairly minimal feature set compared to some flashier EVs, some people question how well it stands up to the test in real life. Some of the things that range like how quickly I charge, how my range is, have been reported by owners to be hit and miss. Other debates focus on whether it is as practical as populus EVs such as the Tesla Model 3 or Chevy Bolt to drive and what they can offer that other EVs can’t. If you’re thinking of moving to electric, is the Kona EV really a good option, or is there a better one out there?
Vikas on 09 November 2024 17:28
Absolutely worth it! It's been fantastic and I've had mine for over a year. Peppy acceleration, great range, and a whole lot cheaper to run than my old gas car. It’s compact enough for city driving and parking.

Deepak on 11 November 2024 08:24
It’s decent, but I think it’s overhyped. While the range isn’t as advertised in cold weather, the charging speeds are pretty slow compared to newer EVs. Now you can get better options for the price.

Anika on 18 November 2024 13:45
It really depends on your needs, I think. It’s great if you want a practical commuter EV and don’t need blazing fast charging. It’s a good choice if you don’t mind a runt, but if you do a lot of road trips or want the latest tech, there are probably better choices out there now.

Amar on 27 November 2024 10:50
As a Kona EV owner, I’d say it’s a solid choice but not mind blowing. Though there's a pretty fair amount of intrigue here, it's not without its negatives – the interior is kind of low rent and the infotainment system is ancient. But for the price you’d be hard pressed to beat the range.

Pranshu on 01 December 2024 17:08
I drove one and was not very impressed. It felt like a basic economy car with a battery slapped in, and there's no frunk, and the rear seats are tiny. But I’d rather spend a bit more for something like a Model 3 or Ioniq 5 that just feels more ‘natively electric’ to me.


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