Powertrain and Performance Electrifying efficiency.
The all-new KONA Hybrid uses electric power to help you go farther on a litre of petrol. All without you having to charge a battery or change your driving habits. Taking world-class fuel efficiency to the next level, it is equipped with both a petrol engine and a battery-powered electric motor: a full-parallel hybrid drive system. Regenerative braking charges the battery, so you don’t have to.
Depending on the driving situation, the KONA Hybrid switches seamlessly between its petrol engine and electric motor, sometimes using both. The regenerative braking system charges the battery by using the electric motor to slow the car. The energy stored in the battery then powers the electric motor to help in acceleration, uphill driving and low speed driving.
Hyundai KONA Hybrid performance table
| Engine type | Kappa 1.6 atkinson GDi |
|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,580 cc |
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Transmission type | 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) |
| Fuel Efficiency | 4.7 L / 100 km |
| Max. Power | 129hp (96.0 kW) |
| Max. Torque | 265 Nmm / 2,500 rpm |
| Acceleration | 11.4s (0-100 km/h) |
| Top speed | 165 km/h |
Petrol engine and electric motor.
A specially calibrated 1.6-litre GDi direct injection petrol engine delivers power with class-leading energy efficiency. Enjoy electric acceleration. The electric motor delivers high torque and high efficiency. It also delivers impressive acceleration when starting.
Regenerative braking.
Depending on the driving situation, the new KONA Hybrid switches seamlessly between its petrol engine and electric motor, sometimes using both. The regenerative braking system charges the battery by using the electric motor to slow the car. The energy stored in the battery then powers the electric motor to help in acceleration, uphill driving and low speed driving. This complex energy flow is illustrated in these animations.
- Start Speed
- Acceleration
- Constant Speed
- Deceleration
- Regenerative Braking
Start/ Low Speed.
When starting or driving at low speed, the electricity stored in the battery powers the electric motor to accelerate the KONA Hybrid.
Acceleration/Uphill.
During heavy acceleration or driving uphill, the electric motor and petrol engine work in pararell to maximise acceleration and minimise fuel consumption.
Constant Speed.
At constant speeds, power is provided by either the petrol engine or the electric motor, whichever is the most energy-efficient in that situation.
Deceleration/Downhill.
The regenerative braking system charges the battery by using the electric motor to slow the car. When decelerating or driving downhill, the energy generated is stored in the battery.
Regenerative Braking.
When decelerating (e.g. through braking or when driving downhill) the electric motor operates as a generator and regenerates kinetic energy into electric energy, which is then stored in the battery.
