Hyundai Ireland has unveiled an EV-derived, futuristic design for its new generation KONA subcompact SUV. The upscaled model will be available in four variants, including all-electric (EV), hybrid electric (HEV), internal combustion engine (ICE) and sporty N Line, with a universal architecture for all and unique styling for each.
Initially, the 1.0 L petrol & 1.6 Hybrid will be introduced into the Irish market. See details below.
With the all-new KONA, Hyundai Motor has brought its commitment to sustainable mobility and technology-led design thinking to expand its EV offerings — innovated and advanced by the award-winning IONIQ lineup — while also meeting the diverse mobility needs of its customers with a variety of powertrains.
“Upscaled with KONA’s unique character, the all-new KONA confidently expresses its bold and dynamic presence,” said SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center. “KONA has evolved in every respect to embrace an even wider range of diversity, to become a true lifestyle supporter.”
The all-new KONA has evolved into a larger yet still urban-centric SUV with bolder styling that conveys a more dynamic road presence and driver-centric interior. To provide maximised ‘living space’ for customers, the all-new model grew to 4,355 mm in length, which is 150 mm longer from the previous generation, based on the EV variant. It also gained 25 mm in width and 60 mm in wheelbase length compared to the outgoing model without losing any of its iconic design identity.
Unlike most vehicles that are made available with a variety of powertrains, the KONA started with the EV variant design, which was then adapted the design for the ICE, HEV and N Line models. This unconventional approach allowed Hyundai to bring tech-centric design thinking to all KONA variants. Despite the shared architecture, EV, ICE/HEV and sporty N Line model has distinctive futuristic styling.
The all-new KONA’s clean, distinctive nose characterises the front section’s pure volume, which contributes to the model’s smooth aerodynamic performance. The pure volume is highlighted by the stretched Seamless Horizon Lamp, which is pixelated on the EV variant, marking the first Hyundai model with a Pixelated Seamless Horizon Lamp that adds to the EV’s distinctive character. KONA’s use of Parametric Pixels also propagates a distinctive design element from Hyundai’s popular EV lineup.
Despite its futuristic appearance, the all-new KONA never lets one forget that it’s an SUV. Its dynamic styling is accentuated with boldly sculpted wheel arch cladding that incorporates headlamps and tail-lamps, reinforcing KONA’s robust underpinning.
Hyundai Ireland can confirm the arrival of the All-New Kona, available now in dealer showrooms nationwide.
Pricing
NEW KONA Signature 1.0 T-GDI Manual Petrol €30,895
NEW KONA Elegance 1.0 T-GDI Manual Petrol €31,995
NEW KONA N Line 1.0 T-GDI Manual Petrol €34,395
NEW KONA HYBRID Signature 1.6 GDi Automatic Petrol €34,295
NEW KONA HYBRID Elegance 1.6 GDi Automatic Petrol €36,045
All pricing is subject to delivery and related charges.
Specifications
NEW KONA Signature1.0 T-GDI Manual Petrol from €30,895
Exterior
- • 16’’ Alloys
- • Body Coloured Door Handles
- • Body Coloured Mirrors
- • Side Body Moulding – Black
- • Rear Spoiler with HMSL
Interior
- • Cloth Seats
- • Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- • Leather Gear Shift
- • Cloth Roof Headliner
- • Illuminated LED, Driver & passenger door lights.
Ventilation & Visibility
- • Automatic Climate Control
- • Daytime Running Lights LED
- • LED Headlamps
- • Smart Beam Assist
- • Indicator Lights on Door Mirrors
- • LED Positioning Lights
- • Rear LED Combination Lights
- • Tinted Rear Windows
- • Windscreen Auto Defog Function
- • Inside Rear-View Mirror Night & Day
- • Convenience
- • Rear View Camera W/ Dynamic Guidelines
- • Front & Rear Cup Holder
- • Door Mirrors Heated and Electric adjustment.
- • Vanity Mirror Driver + Passenger
- • 40-20-40 Split folding rear Seats
- • Driver Mode Select
- • Space Saver Spare Wheel
- • Luggage Cover
- • Cruise Control with smart stop & go.
- • Front & Rear Parking sensors.
- • Electronic Parking Brake with Auto hold Function
- • Smart Key with Start Button
- • Steering Column Adjustment Manual
- • Trailor Package
Technology & Entertainment
- • 12.3’’ Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation & Media Centre
- • 4” Supervision Cluster with TFT Display
- • Blue link Application Connectivity
- • Bluetooth Connectivity
- • Apple Car Play
- • Android Auto
- • Digital Clock Display
- • 4 Speakers (2 Front / 2 Rear) with front tweeters
- • 2 USB-C Charging Ports Front
- • 2 USB-C Charging Port Rear
Safety & Security
- • Airbags – Front Centre Side / Front Thorax / Pelvis & Curtain
- • Alarm and Immobilizer
- • ABS
- • MCB (Multi Collision brake)
- • DBC (Down Hill Brake Control)
- • Central Locking – Remote
- • E-Call
- • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 1.5
- • Hill Start Assist Control
- • Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
- • ISOFIX Child Seating (Rear)
- • Lane Follow Assist
- • Lane Keep Assist
- • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- • Rear Occupancy Alert
- • HDA (Highway Driving Assist)
NEW KONA Elegance 1.0 Litre petrol from € 31,995
Specification in addition to Signature
- • Heated steering wheel
- • Heated front seats
- • Automatic Rain Sensors
- • Wireless charging mat
- • Integrated 12.3” TFT supervision cluster.
- • Rear Passenger windows with Privacy Glass
- • Rear Windscreen Heated with Privacy Glass
- • 17” Alloy wheels
- • Electro chromatic rear-view mirror
- • Power folding mirrors
- • Black roof rails
- • Driver Lumber support
- • Rear passenger vent duct
NEW KONA N-Line 1.0 litre petrol from € 34,395
Specification in addition to Elegance
- • N-Line interior pack
- • N-Line exterior pack
- • 18” N-Line alloys
- • Seamless horizon LED light package
*Specification subject to change
Kona Signature 1.6 litre HEV From €34,295
Exterior
- • 16’’ Alloys
- • Body Coloured Door Handles
- •
- • Body Coloured Mirrors
- • Side Body Moulding – Black
- • Rear Spoiler with HMSL
Interior
- • Cloth Seats
- • Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- • Leather Gear Shift
- • Cloth Roof Headliner
- • Illuminated LED, Driver & passenger roof lights.
Ventilation & Visibility
- • Automatic Climate Control
- • Daytime Running Lights LED
- • LED Headlamps
- • Smart Beam Assist
- • Indicator Lights on Door Mirrors
- • LED Positioning Lights
- • Rear LED Combination Lights
- • Tinted Rear Windows
- • Windscreen Auto Defog Function
- • Inside Rear-View Mirror Night & Day
Convenience
- • Rear View Camera W/ Dynamic Guidelines
- • Front & Rear Cup Holder
- • Door Mirrors Heated and Electric adjustment.
- • Vanity Mirror Driver + Passenger
- • 40-20-40 Split folding rear Seats
- • Driver Mode Select
- • Tyre inflation kit
- • Luggage Cover
- • Cruise Control
- • Front & Rear Parking sensors.
- • Electronic Parking Brake with Auto hold Function
- • Smart Key with Start Button
- • Steering Column Adjustment Manual
Technology & Entertainment
- • 12.3’’ Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation & Media Centre
- • 4” Supervision Cluster with TFT Display
- • Blue link Application Connectivity
- • Bluetooth Connectivity
- • Apple Car Play
- • Android Auto
- • Digital Clock Display
- • 4 Speakers (2 Front / 2 Rear) with front tweeters
- • 2 USB-C Charging Ports Front
- • 2 USB-C Charging Port Rear
Safety & Security
- • Airbags – Front Centre Side / Front Thorax / Pelvis & Curtain
- • Alarm and Immobilizer
- • ABS
- • MCB (Multi Collision brake)
- • DBC (Down Hill Brake Control)
- • Central Locking – Remote
- • E-Call
- • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 1.5
- • Hill Start Assist Control
- • Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
- • ISOFIX Child Seating (Rear)
- • Lane Follow Assist
- • Lane Keep Assist (W/ Line Road Edge)
- • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- • Rear Occupancy Alert
- • HDA (Highway Driving Assistance)
Kona Elegance 1.6 litre HEV From € 36,045
Specification in addition to Signature
- • Heated steering wheel
- • Heated front seats
- • Automatic rain Sensor’s
- • Wireless charging mat
- • Integrated 12.3” TFT supervision cluster.
- • Rear Passenger windows with Privacy Glass
- • Rear Windscreen Heated with Privacy Glass
- • 18” Alloy wheels
- • Electro chromatic rear-view mirror
- • Power folding mirrors
- • Black Roof Rails
- • Driver Lumber support
- • Rear passenger vent duct
The Kona Electric version will arrive late October 2023. Pricing to be confirmed