SMALL SUV
The Kona Electric has evolved from an early EV curiosity into a mature small SUV. Its familiar shape and straightforward purpose make it an easy entry point for buyers new to electric motoring.
A five-seat battery-electric compact SUV with Australian grades offering different battery capacities, equipment and range. It is designed for everyday family use without the footprint of a larger IONIQ model.
Price checked 2026-10-17.. RRP excludes registration, insurance, stamp duty and applicable dealer or delivery charges.
Figures belong to the variants named above. WLTP and NEDC are different tests; neither promises your real-world range. Charging claims depend on the charger, battery temperature and state of charge.
Specifications checked 2026-10-17..
Confirmed · Last checked: 2026-10-17. Some prices and specifications await final verification and will be marked Confirmed once checked. Always confirm finer details with your salesperson, dealer or manufacturer representative.
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| Details | KONA Electric Standard Range | KONA Electric Extended Range | KONA Electric Premium Extended Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | From $47,990 drive-awayNational drive-away offer through 2026-12-31. Purchase and delivery must occur within the campaign period. Participating dealers; new stock without options. Excludes fleet, government and rental buyers and other offers. | From $51,990 drive-awayNational drive-away offer through 2026-12-31. Purchase and delivery must occur within the campaign period. Participating dealers; new stock without options. Excludes fleet, government and rental buyers and other offers. | From $62,990 drive-awayNational drive-away offer through 2026-12-31. Purchase and delivery must occur within the campaign period. Participating dealers; new stock without options. Excludes fleet, government and rental buyers and other offers. |
| Battery | 48.6 kWh manufacturer capacity; gross/usable basis not specified | 64.8 kWh manufacturer capacity; gross/usable basis not specified | 64.8 kWh manufacturer capacity; gross/usable basis not specified |
| Claimed range | 370 km WLTP electric range on 17-inch wheels. | 505 km WLTP electric range on 17-inch wheels. | 444 km WLTP electric range on 19-inch wheels. |
| Power | 99 kW combined; 255 Nm combined | 150 kW combined; 255 Nm combined | 150 kW combined; 255 Nm combined |
| Charging | 10.4 kW AC; 100 kW DC. | 10.4 kW AC; 100 kW DC. | 10.4 kW AC; 100 kW DC. |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / unlimited km, extended to 7 years when scheduled servicing meets Hyundai dealer conditions (eligible vehicles first registered from 1 June 2025). Battery: 8 years / 160,000 km. Commercial-use limits apply. | Vehicle: 5 years / unlimited km, extended to 7 years when scheduled servicing meets Hyundai dealer conditions (eligible vehicles first registered from 1 June 2025). Battery: 8 years / 160,000 km. Commercial-use limits apply. | Vehicle: 5 years / unlimited km, extended to 7 years when scheduled servicing meets Hyundai dealer conditions (eligible vehicles first registered from 1 June 2025). Battery: 8 years / 160,000 km. Commercial-use limits apply. |
| Boot space | 407 L rear cargo, rear seats upright; VDA | 407 L rear cargo, rear seats upright; VDA | 407 L rear cargo, rear seats upright; VDA |
| Energy consumption | 14.8 kWh/100 km WLTP combined; manufacturer laboratory figure | 14.7 kWh/100 km WLTP combined; manufacturer laboratory figure | 16.7 kWh/100 km WLTP combined; manufacturer laboratory figure |
| Comfort | Five seats; premium cloth upholstery. | Five seats; premium cloth upholstery; 17-inch wheels. | Five seats; leather-appointed upholstery; heated and ventilated front seats; heated rear outboard seats. |
| Technology | 12.3-inch infotainment screen. | 12.3-inch infotainment screen. | 12.3-inch infotainment screen. |
The Kona Electric's strength is that it doesn't ask buyers to change their expectations of a practical small SUV. Its challenge is price, because newer rivals are becoming harder to ignore.
Standard Range $47,990; Extended Range $51,990; Elite Extended Range $54,990; Premium Extended Range $62,990; Premium + N Line $65,990.
New stock with no added options, purchased and delivered between 1 Oct and 31 Dec through participating Hyundai dealers, while stocks last. Excludes government, fleet and rental buyers and cannot be combined with other offers.
Offer details and WattCar takeSelected in-stock new and demonstrator KONA Electric models; 10% deposit and maximum 36-month term. The advertised MY27 Standard Range GFV example is $149 per week over 36 months/45,000km with a $4,600 deposit and $25,400 final payment.
Applications by 31 Dec 2026 and settlement by 14 Jan 2027. Approved applicants only; used vehicles and fleet, government and rental buyers excluded. Fees, lending and eligibility criteria apply; dealer agency fee may be up to $1,495. The comparison-rate example is $30,000 over five years.
Offer details and WattCar takeFor the configurator, local stock and a written quote.
