New Hyundai KONA Hybrid In Bury, Lancashire

The Hyundai KONA Hybrid pairs a 1.6 T-GDi petrol engine with an electric motor, making it capable of returning over 50mpg combined.

The 43bhp electric motor is paired with a 1.56 kWh battery pack, which can power the KONA at low speeds around the city. The hybrid setup works seamlessly, switching between electric and hybrid power with transitions that are barely noticeable.

Choose from SE, Premium and Premium SE models. The Premium model has 18” alloys, an electric driver’s seat and a 10.25” widescreen navigation system. Premium SE models pile on the kit, with heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Autonomous Emergency Braking and Blind Spot Detection.

Design

Like your cars sporty? Then you’ll love the KONA Hybrid. It has chunky wheel arches, a sporty stance and LED headlights. The interior is equally sweet, with a 10.25” touchscreen in Premium models and leather seats in Premium SE spec.

Drive

The KONA Hybrid has a hybrid setup that makes electrification count. The 42PS electric motor and battery can power the KONA for a few miles around town. The transition from electric to hybrid is seamless. This is how a hybrid car should drive.

Practicality

There’s no reduction in boot space over the normal KONA, with 361-litres of space on offer. Premium SE models have a centre armrest for rear passengers. This is also the most capable KONA for towing, with a 1,300kg braked tow capacity.

Living with it

The 10.25” widescreen touchscreen is a joy to use and there are plenty of useful everyday features, like parking sensors, a rear parking camera and heated front seats. There are also driving aids like Smart Cruise Control to take the edge off journeys.