Hyundai Motor Firm just lately unveiled its new technology KONA subcompact SUV and immediately qe have very first spy photos of the N-Line mannequin captured out and in in South Korea.
With the all-new KONA, Hyundai Motor has introduced its dedication to sustainable mobility and technology-led design considering to broaden its EV choices — innovated and superior by the award-winning IONIQ lineup — whereas additionally assembly the varied mobility wants of its clients with a wide range of powertrains.
“Upscaled with KONA’s distinctive character, the all-new KONA confidently expresses its daring and dynamic presence,” mentioned SangYup Lee, Government Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Middle. “KONA has developed in each respect to embrace a good wider vary of variety, to turn into a real way of life supporter.”
Upscaled KONA conveys extra dynamic street presence, accommodates extra ‘dwelling area’
The all-new KONA has developed into a bigger but nonetheless urban-centric SUV with bolder styling that conveys a extra dynamic street presence and driver-centric inside. To offer maximized ‘dwelling area’ for patrons, the all-new mannequin grew to 4,355 mm in size, which is 150 mm longer from the earlier technology, primarily based on the EV variant. It additionally gained 25 mm in width and 60 mm in wheelbase size in comparison with the outgoing mannequin with out dropping any of its iconic design id.
In contrast to most automobiles which can be made accessible with a wide range of powertrains, the KONA began with the EV variant design, which was then tailored the design for the ICE, HEV and N Line fashions. This unconventional strategy allowed Hyundai to convey tech-centric design considering to all KONA variants. Regardless of the shared structure, EV, ICE/HEV and sporty N Line mannequin has distinctive futuristic styling.
The all-new KONA’s clear, distinctive nostril characterizes the entrance part’s pure quantity, which contributes to the mannequin’s easy aerodynamic efficiency. The pure quantity is highlighted by the stretched Seamless Horizon Lamp, which is pixelated on the EV variant, marking the primary Hyundai mannequin with a Pixelated Seamless Horizon Lamp that provides to the EV’s distinctive character. KONA’s use of Parametric Pixels additionally propagates a particular design ingredient from Hyundai’s common EV lineup.
Regardless of its futuristic look, the all-new KONA by no means lets one overlook that it’s an SUV. Its dynamic styling is accentuated with boldly sculpted wheel arch cladding that comes with headlamps and taillamps, reinforcing KONA’s strong underpinning.
The all-new KONA is replete with parametric surfaces. The sharp diagonal crease of the edges connects the satin chrome molding from the belt line to the spoiler, making a contour that wraps across the complete automobile. The rear options one other Seamless Horizon Lamp in addition to a high-mounted cease lamp (HMSL) that’s seamlessly built-in throughout the satin chrome molding of the spoiler.
There are a number of styling variations between the powertrain variants. The EV will get pixel graphic particulars on the consumption grille and rear bumper, a pixel-inspired 19-inch alloy wheel design, black embracing line and non-obligatory black facet mirrors and roof. The ICE and HEV share a daring and rugged bumper and skid plate design, and black wheel arch cladding. The N Line boasts non-obligatory black facet mirrors and roof, wing-type spoiler, extra aggressive entrance and rear designs with wing-shaped bumper to emphasise a decrease stance, distinctive 19-inch alloy wheels, twin muffler and silver facet skirt.
Way of life-supporting usability with driver-oriented format and sensible options
The all-new KONA’s bigger inside ‘dwelling area’ offers sensible options and an developed in-car expertise to accommodate numerous existence. The EV-derived common structure accommodates a sporty format with floating horizontal C-Pad to emphasise KONA’s slim and broad inside, offering a flexible area for driver and passengers.
The 12.3-inch twin broad shows and floating module impart a high-tech impression. Ambient lighting enhances the person expertise and comfort. With the column kind shift-by-wire relocated from the middle console to behind the steering wheel, it offers an uncluttered format and extra area for belongings within the central tunnel.
The second-row Curve-less Bench Seat reinforces KONA’s 21st century city design aesthetic. This dwelling area affords a novel expertise with most usability, consolation and comfort. Behind the second row is a maximized cargo area.
Extra particulars of all-new Hyundai KONA can be unveiled within the coming months.
