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MANILA: Three years after it rolled off the production line, Hyundai Motor Company has revamped the first-generation Kona and greatly updated it with new exterior enhancements, a hybrid powertrain, and even an N Line trim.
“Interestingly, there is a happy vibe that I feel is common with many Kona drivers. Our design inspiration comes from this positive spirit, and this is a dedication to all adventurers who explore life with a smile, ”said SangYup Lee, senior vice president and director of Hyundai’s Global Design Center.
The bodywork is 40mm longer and comes with new front protection siding panels and a stretched hood, while the rear sports a new rear bumper that follows the concept of protective armor on the front and sides, and new taillights. with horizontal graphics.
It comes in 10 colors with the addition of five new body tones. Customers can now choose from Surfy Blue, Dive in Jeju, Ignite Flame, Cyber Gray, Misty Jungle, Phantom Black, Chalk White, Dark Knight, Pulse Red, and Galactic Gray. All colors can be combined with the Phantom Black two-tone roof.
Inside is a redesigned cabin that offers additional cargo capacity and rear-seat legroom, along with significant technology enhancements.
Its new console area is disconnected from the instrument panel to lengthen the appearance of the dash. It comes with an electric parking brake, new ambient light technology that illuminates the center cup holders, as well as the passenger and driver side footwells, and new aluminum trim rings around the speakers and air vents. .
Part of the facelift is the installation of a 10.25-inch digital cluster, the latest update from Blue Link and Last Mile Navigation (helps customers continue the journey to their destination even after the car is parked, using Augmented Reality or Google Maps).
New safety features include Smart Cruise Control (updated to include stop-and-go function), Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Lead Vehicle Exit Alert, Lane Following Assist, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist ( with optional new pedestrian and bicyclist detection), Rear Seat Alert, Safe Exit Warning, Intelligent Speed Limit Warning (ISLW), and eCall (automatically alerts emergency services if airbags are deployed or pressed the e-Call button)
Kona’s new powertrain line remains unchanged and is topped off by a 1.6L T-GDI Smartstream engine with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) that generates 195 HP. It is available in two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive versions.
A mild hybrid version comes with a 48-volt motor and is powered by a 134 HP 1.6L Smartstream diesel engine mated to a seven-speed DCT or a six-speed Intelligent Manual Transmission (6iMT). An optional four-wheel drive is available.
There’s also the 1.0L T-GDI Smartstream engine that can be paired with a soft-start hybrid generator and paired with either a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission or an optional 6-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive.
Then there is the hybrid model that uses a 1.6L GDI engine and an electric motor with a combined power of 139 HP and combined with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission and two-wheel drive. The 32 kW electric motor draws its energy from a 1.56 kWh lithium polymer battery.
To enhance the driving experience, the Kona’s suspension has been re-tuned with modified anti-roll bars and rear bumper, plus various parts of the vehicle have been updated to improve noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), further increasing the ride. cab comfort.
Finally, Hyundai welcomes the new Kona to the N Line family. The front comes with a streamlined N-style lip with low corner fins and larger, more technical air intakes. On the sides, body-colored coatings and new rocker panels are complemented by the unique 18-inch alloy wheel design. Around the rear is a rear bumper that incorporates a large central aerodynamic diffuser in contrast to the body color, as well as a double silencer on one side. The bumper fascia is highlighted by sharply creased corners and N-style fins for better airflow. In the cabin there is an exclusive N Line color package in a tone black with cloth, leather or suede seats. It features distinctive red stitching, metal pedals, and N logo on the gear lever and seats.
Photos courtesy of Hyundai
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