7.9
2025 Hyundai Kona Electric review
The last Kona Electric was a bit of an EV pioneer. The new one has taken a big step forward, although the Premium isn't necessarily the pick.
Scott Collie
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The XC40 is available in the following colours:
Metallic shades are a $1200 option on all petrol models, but are a no-cost option on electric models.
The last Kona Electric was a bit of an EV pioneer. The new one has taken a big step forward, although the Premium isn't necessarily the pick.
Scott Collie
The electric Volvo XC40 is about to have its name changed, but the existing single-motor base grade is still a solid offering.
James Wong
Type | ||
TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, ELECTRIC, MULTI POINT F/INJ | ELECTRIC, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1580 - 1999 | 1969 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.6L, 0.0 | 0.0, 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4, INLINE 4, NOT APPLICABLE | NOT APPLICABLE, TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE | NOT APPLICABLE, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
77kW - 206kW | 145kW - 300kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5500 - 6200 | 4800 - 5400 | |
Torque | ||
144Nm - 392Nm | 300Nm - 670Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1600 - 4500 | 1500 - 1800 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.5 - 14 | 11.3 |