Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range Sunroof review: Significant strides forward, but enters hotly contested EV segmentWhen the original Hyundai Kona Electric was first introduced to Singapore back in 2019, electric vehicles were still in their relative infancy on our tiny island. Through the whole of 2019, the EV population stood at 1,120, about 0.002 per cent of the total passenger car population.
This electric version looks basically the same, with the exception of some small details. It's got the same bold, futuristic exterior, accented by the full-width light bar both front and rear. Move into the interior and it's much more familiar — this Kona Electric has almost exactly the same interior as the Hybrid, and you'll notice several design elements that is shared with other EV models in the broader Hyundai lineup.
This particular test car is the 'Sunroof' variant, which is the higher-spec model. Besides the sunroof , other equipment that you get on this particular trim level include ventilated and electric front seats, an electric tailgate, wireless phone charging, and a head-up display. Well worth the extra $10,000, in my opinion.
It's not slow, though. That's just the inherent nature of instant electric torque. There's never really a moment that you're left wanting for more power. Pickup is brisk, and the car accelerates effortlessly even when overtaking at highway speeds. It's certainly a compelling electric crossover. Practical and functional, while still delivering good electric capability for today and into tomorrow, the Kona Electric is an accomplished EV.