The Hyundai Kona makes a comeback in the Philippines

Back in 2022, the Hyundai Kona was one of the nameplates in Hyundai’s stable to get the axe under its management refresh. Since then, the Hyundai Creta has effectively taken its place as the brand’s subcompact offering. Well, until now.

Today, as Hyundai Motor Philippines celebrates three years in the country, it has also revived the Kona nameplate, bringing it in its hybrid form and with two variants. The Kona, now in its second generation, features the same sporty aura as the previous generation, but now with a more futuristic take on the design and more importantly, with electrification.

Dimensions-wise, the second-generation Kona measures 4,350 mm long, 1,825 mm wide, and 1,585 mm tall with a 2,660 mm long wheelbase. Compared to the previous generation, the new Kona is 145 mm longer, 25 mm wider, 20 mm taller, and has a 60 mm increase in the wheelbase. Aside from the exterior dimensions, the trunk space has also expanded with an increase of 134 liters.

In terms of looks, the new Kona takes the spirit of the first-generation and translates it into Hyundai’s latest design language. Right up front, it grabs your attention with Hyundai’s “Seamless Horizon Lamp” LED light bar that stretches all the way across the nose, giving it a super modern vibe. The actual headlights are set lower in the bumper and feature this stacked design that makes the front end look sharp and a little aggressive. 

There's grille itself has an unconventional design, making the front look clean and minimal. Along the sides, the Kona keeps things interesting with sharp lines and angular shapes that give it a high-tech feel. The wheel arches are wrapped in black plastic cladding, adding some ruggedness to the otherwise sleek body while also harkening back to the first-generation model.

As for the powertrain, the Hyundai Kona hybrid is equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine paired with Hyundai’s hybrid system. The hybrid powertrain is capable of putting out 142 hp and 144 Nm of torque. The task of delivering power to the front wheels is handled by a six-speed dual-clutch transmission, while braking power comes from a set of disc brakes on all four corners.

Tech features inside the Kona include dual-zone automatic climate control, a 12.3-inch integrated display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, six speakers, four USB ports, an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, an electric parking brake with auto hold, a 12.3-inch TFT LCD instrument cluster, a power tailgate, cruise control, and a reverse camera.

For the top-spec Premium variant, additional tech features include ambient interior lighting, a power sunroof, a rain sensor, and Hyundai SmartSense driver-assistance systems. Standard safety features across all Kona models include six airbags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, hill-start assist, and a tire pressure monitoring system. Exclusive to the Premium variant are advanced safety features such as smart cruise control, forward collision avoidance assist, lane following assist, lane keeping assist, and several other driver aids.

The Hyundai Kona is now officially on sale, with prices starting at P1,528,000 for the Kona HEV GLS and going up to P1,688,000 for the Kona HEV Premium. If you want to check out the full specs or get started on your purchase, visit the Hyundai Kona Car Guide on AutoDeal.com.ph.