Hyundai Motor’s all-new electric vehicle hits local market
After a lifetime in the car business, Hyundai
Motor and Investment Ghana Limited - authorised dealer of Hyundai vehicles in the
country, has unveilled the country’s first-ever 100 percent electric vehicle, the
Kona Electric, onto the market in commercial quantity.
The
all-new Kona Electric vehicle - which is a sub-compact medium SUV electric
vehicle, combines sleek, stylish design with a fully electric powering system
to deliver superior performance while producing zero emissions.
The
Kona EV is characterised by sporty design and is equipped with latest in-car
connectivity and technology, advanced safety and protective features, as well
as more a comfortable and convenient experience.
When
fully charged, the Kone EV can on average take one on an about-484 kilometres
journey. It comes with three levels of chargers: level-one chargers are
domestic ones and take about 21-22 hours to fully charge, while the level-two
charger takes nine hours to fully charge and the level-three or commercial
chargers on the other hand take only six hours to fully charge.
The
challenge of using these electric vehicles in Ghana may be accessibility to
charging them when away from home - and to address this challenge, Ing. Jones
Ofori-Addo, Electricity Company of Ghana, has indicated that ECG is partnering
with Hyundai Ghana to make available its infrastructure and to assist with the
installation of charging spots across the country.
The
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a statement indicated that noise
pollution and emissions are two major challenges in urban centres, and the
usage of electric vehicles is one sure way of addressing such challenges.
The
EPA again emphasised that Ghana has committed to Electronic Mobility
(E-Mobility), and this means government must put in place the needed
facilities, infrastructure and policies which will enable the smooth
implementation of E-mobility technologies in the country.
Country
Director-Hyundai Ghana, Mahesh Mahtani, in his address emphasised that the
future of vehicles is moving to electric and so it is time for Ghana to embrace
the innovation in order not to be left out.
He
added that though it costs a fortune, it is much better economically compared
to petrol fuel-using vehicles as users will escape the daily fuel buying
entrapment - noting that it is also a means of saving the environment from
pollution and emissions, with underlying advantages such as no periodic
maintenance, quick acceleration and no queuing at fuel stations.
“Using
this vehicle makes one socially responsible toward the environment with the
zero-emission factor. Apart from that, it offers a 50 percent cost saving
compared to petrol fuel cars, and it also gives the driving pleasure of a
sports car performance.
“One
good thing about the car is that as you are going on the road, there is an
indicator showing you how many kilometres farther the car can go so you can
plan accordingly. Even at a 25 percentage charge, the vehicle can take you on a
100 kilometres drive; so, it is very efficient,” he said.
The KONA Electric Vehicle features a sporty
and progressive design
With the latest all-new KONA available for the first
time in Ghana, it combines a full electric zero emission drive with its sporty
appearance. The KONA Electric vehicle stands out through its
motorsports-inspired front and rear end, body colour claddings, and diamond-cut
wheel design.
The KONA EV is characterised by the dynamic features
of the front bumper, harmoniously connected and unified with the body colour
treatment of the wheel arch claddings. This Electric vehicle features a
characteristic aerodynamic lip with low-lying corner fins for a road-hugging
appearance. Larger, more technical air intake features are further
distinguished by a unique mesh design and surface treatment.
On the sides, the body colour claddings and new rocker
panels are complemented by the dedicated 17-inch alloy wheel design.
The interior is available with a dedicated colour
package in one-tone black leather seats. In addition, the distinctive red
stitching, metal pedals and logo on the gear shift and seats all contribute to
a sportier look and feel.
Sleek and sophisticated design defines the new KONA
With a bold, progressive design and adventurous
personality, the all-new Hyundai KONA EV has become an icon in its segment.
Design updates, front and rear, give the new KONA EV a sleek, sophisticated
look while keeping its robust signature style.
The new KONA EV comes with three new exterior colours
including Surfy Blue, Cyber Grey, and Phantom Black. Every colour can be
combined with the Phantom Black two-tone roof. The two-tone roof also comes
with matching mirror housings. This contributes to its sporty and sleek
appearance and gives customers more options for personalisation and
self-expression.
Connectivity & Technology
The new KONA is equipped with the latest in-car
connectivity and technology.
New to this model is a 10.25-inch digital cluster. In
addition, the new KONA also comes with an optional 10.25-inch AVN screen,
providing new connectivity features. The new AVN screen also comes with a
split-screen function and multiple Bluetooth connections.
In addition, KONA comes with the latest Blue Drive
upgrade which includes User profile. Customers can have a personalised User
profile, and the vehicle is equipped with an eight-inch Display Audio and DAB
radio, wireless Android Auto and Apple Car Play for convenient wireless
connectivity of their phones to the Display Audio system.
Comfort & Roominess
Several new convenience features allow for a more
comfortable and convenient experience, including second-row seats and a
second-row USB port. The new KONA seats are improved, whereby passengers in the front row can also now adjust their seat height for an optimised seating position
while they ride.
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