The update to the Hyundai Kona brings a new car to market that is more attractive and efficient

The preview of the update to the Hyundai Kona made it clear that the inspiration drawn from the look and dynamism of sharks would turn the renewed crossover into an absolute sales predator in the B-SUV segment, as is expected to happen once its new configuration is fully unveiled.

To begin with, the mechanicals have also been revised, now offering two new mild hybrid variants for the 1.0 T-GDi petrol engine and for the 1.6 CRDi diesel, which will now benefit from the advantages of displaying the blue and green DGT environmental label.

But the highlight comes with the new 200 CV engine, the 1.6 T-GDi petrol unit, which is paired with a 7-speed automatic gearbox and whose power can be sent to the front axle or to both axles, that is, as a 4×2 or 4×4 vehicle.

For the moment, no information has been given about the 100 percent electric configuration that will renew the model we already had the chance to road test as an everyday car, so we must wait for its presentation.

The necessary and well-judged renewal of a benchmark

This engine is ideal for the Hyundai Kona N Line, the sportiest configuration available, at least until the launch of the Kona N itself, about which nothing official is yet known. What has been indicated is that the sport package, which includes specific bumpers that improve airflow as well as 18-inch alloy wheels that give the SUV a more planted stance, is available for any mechanical or drivetrain configuration.

As for the standard version, the update to the Hyundai Kona offers a more striking car thanks to the slope of its bonnet, the angular shape of its design and the lights which, together with the front grille, recall the face of a shark.

Below, right at the end of the grille, two spoilers reminiscent of both the predator’s fangs and its fins frame the front view, which continues, unchanged at the side, with pronounced revisions to the rear lights, which are more angular and close towards the brand logo, as well as a redesigned bumper.

In its interior, the changes seen in certain elements, such as the side air vents, now with a concentric layout, the button clusters on the new screen set into the centre console or flanking the gear lever, and the new instrument cluster, allow more efficient and safer use.

Although the price of the updated Hyundai Kona has not been announced, it has been indicated that the first units will reach dealerships before 2021, except for the hybrid Kona, which will do so already next year.

Technical specifications of this car

CrossoverHyundai Kona18 versions · from 30,190 €