Whether Hyundai was simply playing coy or they just weren’t sure what the price would be of the Kona Electric, we finally have the information we need to decide if this is a car that’s worth considering. If the Kona Electric were too expensive, it would turn people away, but the right price will make it easy for us to admire and enjoy the unique features offered in this new electric car. As this new Hyundai makes its way to various dealerships around the country, we know what the price is and it’s the perfect number in this class.
Splitting the Difference
The new Hyundai Kona is built to compete against the Chevrolet Bolt and Tesla Model 3 and the Hyundai team took a diplomatic approach to the pricing of this car by splitting the difference between the two. The base, SEL trim, of the Kona will start at a price of $37,495 which is as close as you’re going to see another car get to the Chevy Bolt without matching it to the penny. With this in mind, customers who are looking at the electric car market for the drive desired won’t necessarily be influenced by price.
If Price isn’t a Factor, Why buy a Hyundai Kona?
The Kona Electric is built to stand on its own merits and with the price that’s been revealed, it can do just that. This car brings you an electric motor layout that gives you 201 horsepower and 290 lb.-ft. of torque for the drive. This system is powered by at 64-kWh lithium-ion battery and it can offer you a range of 258 miles on a single charge. This power and range is impressive and allows you to have up to 20 miles more range than what the base version of the Bolt offers.
Features for the Kona Electric
When you choose the SEL model of this Hyundai car, you’re going to have the benefits of keyless entry, push-button starting, heated front seats, LED taillights, a seven-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, forward collision avoidance, lane keep Assist, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross traffic warning as part of the standard package. If you choose the Limited model, you’re going to pay more but you’ll also enjoy LED headlights, leather upholstery, a sunroof, power-adjustable front seats, wireless device charging, and an upgraded rearview mirror with HomeLink. There’s also an Ultimate trim that brings more equipment to give you more features for your drive.
An Excellent Value from Hyundai
When it’s time to choose an electric vehicle for the drive you want to make, you do have to pay more, but you also receive the benefits of the Federal Tax Credit. Hyundai hasn’t expired their tax credit yet, which means the $7,500 credit can be yours when you choose the Kona Electric. With the competitive pricing and excellent package of features, you’re sure to want to drive this car and see if it can be the right electric vehicle for you.
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