{"id":248168,"date":"2023-12-11T22:19:46","date_gmt":"2023-12-11T22:19:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=248168"},"modified":"2023-12-11T22:19:46","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T22:19:46","slug":"2024-hyundai-kona-electric-new-smaller-battery-option-as-expensive-as-old-big-battery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/2024-hyundai-kona-electric-new-smaller-battery-option-as-expensive-as-old-big-battery\/","title":{"rendered":"2024 Hyundai Kona Electric: New Smaller Battery Option As Expensive As Old Big Battery"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hyundai has just announced pricing for the new 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric model, which for the very first time will be available in two battery versions.<\/p>\n

The smaller battery option of the Hyundai Kona Electric previously was not available in North America (it was offered in Europe).<\/p>\n

In the 2024 model year, there will be two main battery\/powertrain versions, including the SE with a 48.6-kilowatt-hour battery and a 99-kilowatt electric motor, and the SEL with a 64.8-kWh battery and a 150-kW electric motor. Previously, there was only a 64-kWh battery version with a 150-kW electric motor.<\/p>\n

In terms of pricing, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SE starts at an MSRP of $32,675 (plus a $1,335 destination charge), which is just $875 less than the 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric with a 64-kWh battery. That’s not good news, considering the smaller battery, less range, and less power.<\/p>\n

The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL starts at an MSRP of $36,675, so $3,125 or 9.3% more than the outgoing big battery version. There is also a better-equipped Limited trim, which costs $41,045.<\/p>\n

Of course, as long as the Hyundai Kona Electric is imported, it’s also not eligible for the $7,500 federal tax credit, but the incentive might be available through leasing.<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/span>Prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Model<\/strong><\/td>\nBase Price<\/strong><\/td>\nDest. Charge<\/strong><\/td>\nTax Credit<\/strong><\/td>\nEffective Price<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric (64 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n$33,550<\/td>\n+$1,335<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n$34,885<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SE (48.6 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n$32,675<\/td>\n+$1,335<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n$34,010<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL (64.8 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n$36,675<\/td>\n+$1,335<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n$38,010<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited (64.8 kWh) 17-in<\/strong><\/td>\n$41,045<\/td>\n+$1,335<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n$42,380<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

On the positive side, the new Hyundai Kona Electric is built upon an improved generation of the Kona model, with new features, equipment, a larger cabin, and an expanded cargo area (33% bigger). It also has a more capable 10.8-kW on-board charger (compared to the 7.2-kW one previously) and can charge a bit faster from DC fast chargers (10-80% in 43 minutes, instead of 47 minutes).<\/p>\n

We guess, that Hyundai has decided to increase the prices partially because of the retirement of its main competitor\u2014the Chevrolet Bolt EV\/Bolt EUV duo, which was the best-selling electric model in its segment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/span>EPA Range<\/h2>\n

When researching the Hyundai Kona Electric’s specs, we found that the new 2024 model year version is equipped with CATL battery cells, instead of LG Energy Solution battery cells.<\/p>\n

The 64.8-kWh battery version already has an official EPA Combined range rating of 261 miles, while the 48.6-kWh battery version has not been listed yet, although Hyundai expects 200 miles (up from 197 miles expected several months ago).<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/span>Basic specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Model<\/strong><\/td>\nDrive<\/strong><\/td>\nBattery
(kWh)<\/strong><\/td>\n
EPA
Range<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric (64 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\nFWD<\/td>\n64<\/td>\n258 mi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SE (48.6 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\nFWD<\/td>\n48.6<\/td>\n200 mi*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL (64.8 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\nFWD<\/td>\n64.8<\/td>\n261 mi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited (64.8 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong><\/td>\nFWD<\/td>\n64.8<\/td>\n261 mi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

* according to the manufacturer<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/span>2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL Vs. SE<\/h2>\n

For those who wonder which version to choose, let’s take a look at a side-by-side comparison of the SE and SEL versions.<\/p>\n

The SEL version is roughly $4,000 or 12% more expensive, but it has a third more battery capacity and over 30% more expected EPA range, as well as higher power output. Charging-wise, things are similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
EV Comparison Side-by-Side by InsideEVs<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Model<\/td>\n2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL (64.8 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong>
[A]<\/td>\n
Difference
[A] \/ [B]<\/td>\n
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SE (48.6 kWh) 17-inch<\/strong>
[B]<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drive<\/td>\nFWD<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\nFWD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery<\/td>\n64.8 kWh<\/td>\n33.3%<\/td>\n48.6 kWh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EPA Range<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Combined<\/td>\n261 mi<\/td>\n30.5%<\/td>\n200 mi*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Specs<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Peak power<\/td>\n150 kW<\/td>\n51.5%<\/td>\n99 kW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EPA Energy Consumption<\/strong> (including charging losses)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Combined<\/td>\n116 MPGe: 291 Wh\/mi<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
City<\/td>\n129 MPGe: 261 Wh\/mi<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Highway<\/td>\n103 MPGe: 327 Wh\/mi<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Charging<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AC<\/td>\nOn-board charger: 10.8 kW
Info: 0-100% SOC in 6 h and 5 min<\/td>\n
\u00a0<\/td>\nOn-board charger: 10.8 kW
Info: 0-100% SOC in 5 h and 2 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DC<\/td>\nPeak charging power: 100 kW
Info: 10-80% SOC in 43 minutes<\/td>\n
\u00a0<\/td>\nPeak charging power: 100 kW
Info: 10-80% SOC in 43 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Prices<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MSRP<\/td>\n$36,675<\/td>\n12.2%<\/td>\n$32,675<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dest. Charge<\/td>\n+$1,335<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n+$1,335<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tax Credit<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Effective Price<\/td>\n$38,010<\/td>\n11.8%<\/td>\n$34,010<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

The SEL trim has everything that SE, plus a few more features like “Rear privacy glass, roof side rails, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power driver\u2019s seat w\/ two-way lumbar support, heated front seats and rear air vents.”<\/p>\n

Gallery: 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric US <\/h3>\n


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