The liquid-cooled 64-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion polymer battery pack is replenished through plug-in charging and regenerative braking.
The Kona EV also has the ability for one-pedal driving by using the steering wheel mounted paddles.
The under-seat battery placement created a low center of gravity and resulted in very good driving dynamics.
The motor-driven power steering was well-tuned for road feel with maneuvering in town, especially parking, being easy.
When pushing corners a bit too fast, there was minor body roll.
The regenerative braking system has four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and brake assist.
The stops were straight and true with no brake fade and a pleasant hybrid braking whine when stopping.
The drivers seat is eight-way power adjustable with lumbar, while the passenger gets manual adjustments.
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, with smartphone integration via Bluetooth, complete the audio system.
The leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel has controls for audio, telephone and cruise control.
Big thanks to Hyundai designers for the knobs and wheels to control the radio and automatic temperature control.
However, its gasoline-powered siblings are a Top Safety pick with theIIHS, the highest rank.
TheNHTSAgave it a 5 Star rating, also their highest mark.
There are actually only eight a la carte accessories available to be added to one of the trim levels.
All prices do not include the $1,095 freight charge.
Then, dont be surprised if you drive home in a Kona EV.
Whatever you buy, Happy Driving!
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