Hyundai Teases Its All-Electric Kona

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

The Hyundai Kona Electric will make its official debut at the end of February.

The Korean automaker is saying the Kona Electric will be the first fully-electric compact SUV in Europe, when it heads to market this summer. The crossover will be unveiled February 27, ahead of the car’s first public appearance at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. Hyundai also said the Kona Electric will feature two different powertrains to choose from, with a class-leading range of almost 470 kilometers (292 miles) on a single charge, based on the new WLTP regulations.

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“The All-New Kona Electric enables customers to combine the two worlds of eco-mobility and SUV style,” Hyundai said in a press release. Look for more details on the Hyundai Kona Electric in the coming weeks, and AutoGuide.com will be reporting live from the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.

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Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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