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Hyundai Kona Hybrid $39,990, Kona Electric (99kW Motor) $45,990 Driveaway @ Hyundai

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Hyundai Kona Hybrid $39,990, Kona Electric (99kW Motor) $45,990 Driveaway @ Hyundai
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deanmoriarty on 07/06/2026 - 11:41 hyundai.com (5425 clicks)
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The Hyundai Kona range in Australia offers two distinct electrified paths: the ultra-frugal Kona Hybrid (HEV), built in South Korea, and the zero-emission Kona Electric (EV), sourced from the Czech Republic. The Hybrid pairs a 1.6L petrol engine with an electric motor to achieve a tiny 3.9L/100km fuel rating. Meanwhile, the pure-electric Kona EV steps up performance with a dual 12.3-inch panoramic display as standard, an impressive driving range of up to 505km (WLTP), and the ability to fast-charge from 10% to 80% in 45 minutes

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  • King Tightarse on 07/06/2026 - 11:44

    99kW Motor seems a but underpowered.
    Need to spend $50,990 to get the 150kW Motor with extended range. I think a fair comparison would be the BYD Atto 3 and the new refresh coming in a month or two will be significantly more powerful and with much better range and likely similar or cheaper price

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    • Naigrabzo on 07/06/2026 - 12:07

      fingers crossed for the Atto3 having flash charging also. Could be a start (or end) of the flash charging revolution….

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      • danzha on 07/06/2026 - 12:31

        I thought flash charging capability was mainly aimed at their premium byd and denza models for now, the atto 3 being on the other end of that spectrum.

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          • 1cent2much on 07/06/2026 - 15:22

            @Naigrabzo: I doubt it is coming for Atto. If it happens for BYDs, it would be for Seal first.

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      • ishoryuken on 07/06/2026 - 14:03

        As much as this sounds good, it'll probably be years before Australian infrastructure catches up, you'll probably only be able to utilise flash charging at the showrooms, which isn't really that practical in the real world

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        • Creamsoda on 07/06/2026 - 14:23

          Did you do any research into the tech? or are you imagining a power station requirement to out put 1000kwh of electricity?

          They use batteries to charge up your battery. This don't require massive infrastructure input. They've already got flash charging stations in EU and this tech has been only out a few months in China.

          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeEdKAYTqxU

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            • klaw81 on 07/06/2026 - 21:37

              @Naigrabzo: Except as we've discussed in a previous thread, BYD's intentions at least partially align with ishoryuken's perspective. BYD have clearly stated that the first tranche of Australian flash charging stations will be installed at select Denza and BYD showrooms in the centre of Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane.

              Based on the public statements BYD have made on the subject, there's zero reason to expect flash chargers to start popping up in service centre forecourts along major highways any time in the foreseeable future - they're not planning anything like a Tesla Supercharger-scale rollout, which seems to be what you'd like to see.

              My guess is that they're going to be quite rare for at least a couple of years.

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      • jason andrade on 07/06/2026 - 17:09

        How do you think this would work?

        Currently you’d have to drive to a Denza dealer in Syd, Mel or Adl to use one of the 1500kW fast chargers.

        Who is likely to do that?

        Even when (if?) they roll out fast charging to BYD dealerships - who would drive to the dealer to charge their car?

        It’s going to be a while (a decade? longer?) before flash charging is a thing here.

        And it’s not a thing for home (before anyone asks..)

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        • Naigrabzo on 07/06/2026 - 19:23

          I was thinking that I put a flash charger somewhere in Sydney (central), but best just out of Sydney around Campbelltown where I can pull up within 2 minutes (already too long) from the motorway to Canberra. Also for people living in Sydney, it would be best to have one just outside of Canberra also.

          Why?? because I can just drive to Sydney and do my thang without having to charge. I will only really need it when I leave Sydney (because these pathetic electric cars tend to run of charge constantly).

          I am definitely not driving to any dealer; ever to charge.

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    • Brick Tamland on 07/06/2026 - 12:28

      New one is bigger and likely more expensive

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      • cook99 on 07/06/2026 - 12:44

        They already have approval to sell the same size atto 3 Evo in Australia, so seems more likely the bigger one may come next year our later

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      • King Tightarse on 07/06/2026 - 13:09

        Its a bit confusing because there are two new models called 'Atto 3'.
        Australia is definitely getting this 'Evo' one soon https://www.byd.com/eu/electric-cars/atto-3-evo

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        • toto on 07/06/2026 - 14:24

          This Evo version is finately the old model of Atto3. Check out the guitar stings at the bottom of the door panels

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          • King Tightarse on 07/06/2026 - 15:33

            @toto: This is the new Evo model which still looks the same body wise but has new mechanicals and blade batteries.
            0-100 in 3.9 seconds on the top model. It's new. Also note rear wheel drive now

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            • toto on 07/06/2026 - 17:34

              @King Tightarse: You're correct—they've made some major changes under the bonnet of this new EVO model. However, I really wish they had put effort into improving the interior design .

              I am waiting for the next model available in Aus, which has the guitar stings removed…..

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              • Quickshot on 07/06/2026 - 18:42

                @toto: What you're waiting for is been called the Atto 5 which is going to be available in NZ but no timeframe on when it's coming to AUS.

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              • Naigrabzo on 07/06/2026 - 19:25

                @toto: Hope it comes with a Mandolin instead. Where do you get your string fix?

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    • Caped Baldy on 07/06/2026 - 15:42

      I had the ioniq electric. It was surprisingly quick off the line with similar power. Range was a bit rubbish though.

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    • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 11:30

      Disagree with your assessment of a 99kw car being under-powered unless you want to drag race everything (it is more powerful and quicker than the average car in Australia).,Range is the real question they need to look at for suitability against their use. If it is a second car for the weekly work, and they have access to a power point to charge it, then a good option. Look at long range if it is going to be used for country running and weekends away, which I would also recommend to consider, as once you start driving it, you may want to spend more time in it than the bigger vehicle that may be your primary car so may start taking it on longer trips. I also disagree that the new Atto 3 will be any better, noting their continual lack of delivering against promises (inlcuding real world range), build quality and how much risk do you put in spending that much money from a company with such massive debts and dependency on the CCP to survive. Buying a better quality car from a company with long standing history and lots of service and support in Australia, and what is constantly reviewed as a much better car (and now with a price that makes it far more attractive again), I think you gave poor advice.

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    • 4frodo on 07/06/2026 - 12:25

      And this folks is how you spot a American…

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    • danzha on 07/06/2026 - 12:32

      I think you should commission AI to immortalise this scene in a picture, you could then hang it on your wall at home as a conversation starter with guests.

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    • klaw81 on 07/06/2026 - 13:02

      I am in awe of your ability to speak so confidently on matters you have no knowledge of, and having a unique perspective so untainted by the burden of critical thinking

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      • soaringphoenix on 07/06/2026 - 13:44

        Well said. I am just in awe that people like this lacking even the most basic level of critical thinking can navigate the world. This is the type of individual in mind when designing warning signs with obvious survival information (e.g., high voltage - stay out).

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      • Aureus on 07/06/2026 - 13:57

        I say bravo on them for learning how to read and write despite their obvious challenges.

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    • colblair on 07/06/2026 - 20:47

      You never looked this up for yourself did you? Do you find it hard to research anything not presented to you as a facebook meme?

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    • Ezekiel2320 on 08/06/2026 - 10:48

      A diesel generator recharging an EV is still more fuel efficient than burning the diesel in a combustion vehicle

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      • RichardZed on 08/06/2026 - 19:03

        Charging an EV with a diesel is more expensive than directly driving a diesel vehicle. An electric motor's drivetrain efficiency outweighs generator conversion losses, but the retail costs of diesel fuel make this a highly inefficient and pricey way to charge.

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        • Ezekiel2320 on 08/06/2026 - 20:40

          No the round trip efficiency from diesel fuel to wheel motion is still better if you put it in an EV through a generator rather than the mechanical losses of a drivetrain

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        • klaw81 on 09/06/2026 - 08:15

          That makes absolutely no sense. The retail cost of diesel fuel applies in both scenarios, so the overall efficiency is the deciding factor - and a large stationary diesel generator and electric drivetrain is the clear winner there.

          In any case, there are less than 20 public EV chargers in Australia primarily powered by diesel generators, and they're all in extremely remote off-grid locations out in woop-woop.

          The number of people "recharging their EV while listening to a diesel generator" on any given day is extremely close to zero.

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  • shxhshzhz on 07/06/2026 - 12:37

    This or a Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid for $27,990, $12000 less?

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    • ReallyLost on 07/06/2026 - 12:48

      This is a bigger car

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      • shxhshzhz on 07/06/2026 - 12:53

        Both are small SUVs with similar dimensions

        Tiggo 4 Hybrid: Length 4330mm, width 1830,
        Kona Hybrid: Length 4350mm, width 1825

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        • axyh on 07/06/2026 - 13:00

          I wish they made something similar, but a bit smaller. 4000mm x 1700mm is really the sweet spot for a small car.

          The inflation (in width in particular) over recent years eliminates one of one of the main advantages of a small car - easy parking in tight spots.

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          • hothed on 07/06/2026 - 13:03

            @axyh: Look at the inster or atto 2/1

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          • Richardc on 07/06/2026 - 13:37

            @axyh: That’s the size of a Yaris.

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            • axyh on 08/06/2026 - 13:15

              @Richardc: A Yaris is the perfect size. I’d like a bit more ground clearance, since there are quite a few steep driveways around here that mine scrapes on (I need to enter at 45 degrees, and every time I forget, the crunching sound isn’t fun).

              But unfortunately, the lifted Yaris Cross is another victim of size inflation.

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          • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 11:33

            @axyh: wouldn't the Kia EV 3 be about that size and it has the same tech and equipment as the Kona

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            • axyh on 08/06/2026 - 13:19

              @Rally Dave: It’s actually wider than the Kona, although a tiny bit shorter.

              1850mm wide is just ridiculous for a small car. It makes it no easier to get into tight shopping centre spots than a large car. It’s almost as wide as a ZB Commodore.

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    • tessel on 07/06/2026 - 13:58

      How much driving will be done? If a lot then I'd just go EV. If not much then hybrid and spend the $12k on space X stock. Gonna waste it regardless, right?

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        • tessel on 07/06/2026 - 14:25

          Oh bro, then SpaceX shares all the way.

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  • BozoDubbedOver on 07/06/2026 - 12:52

    What is the usual non-deal price for the hybrid?

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  • thrillho on 07/06/2026 - 13:01

    Anyone actually getting 3.9L/100km in their Kona Hybrid?

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    • andyfc on 07/06/2026 - 13:14

      An ADR81 fuel rating is not real world fuel economy. It's standardised testing used for comparison between different vehicles.

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    • Ananvi on 07/06/2026 - 15:55

      We've got the 2024 Kona hybrid, have done just over 17,000kms and it's averaging 4.8l per 100km, mainly driving local roads.

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    • Devastator0 on 07/06/2026 - 17:37

      My wife has a 2024 Kona Hybrid N-Line Premium and the best I was able to do on-road was probably 4.1-4.2L/100km. It's honestly a pretty damn efficient vehicle. You just can't be a lead foot as that really will cause the engine to kick in more than the battery power. If you are gently accelerating and making sure to take full advantage of the regen braking, you can do pretty well in it.

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    • Parth71 on 13/06/2026 - 16:33

      Most of the time we get 5.1 on average

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  • hothed on 07/06/2026 - 13:05

    I have a Kona EV (standard range).

    I would have said the motor was under powered just in specs. But it's quicker than my Mazda 6 which is about 140kw.

    Keep in mind there is no gears and instant acceleration. In the real world(not in a dyno) it matters a lot more.

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  • IlIlIl IlI llIIIl on 07/06/2026 - 13:14

    Hyundai is good for after sales service network. Don't underestimate being able to find a dealer for servicing and not having to book 4 weeks ahead. Problem with the new entrants is that their support networks aren't well established.
    Good deal for a trusted mainstream brand.

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    • cvnt on 07/06/2026 - 13:33

      takes around 4 years after market entry to establish so new entrants are almost there

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      • IlIlIl IlI llIIIl on 07/06/2026 - 14:23

        Establish yes. But not establish with strong presence and coverage. None of the Chinese entrants are at the level of the Toyota, Mazda, Hyundai, Honda, etc.
        I'm not dissuading people from considering or buying a cheap Chinese car, but definitely be aware.

        I've had legacy brands and still own a Hyundai but bought a Chery Tiggo 9 to replace my other car. Good thing with Chery is that a lot of existing car dealership groups have replaced existing brands with Chery so the workshops are already established. Not sure about BYD though.

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      • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 11:35

        no where near being there yet from someone that lives in regional Australia. You bring any Chinese crap down here and breakdown, you are towing it back to Sydney or another major centre.

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  • leetec on 07/06/2026 - 13:19

    Dangerous NMC battery, combined with their years long problematic inverter or something likes that, that is a risky choice regardless the price. get the atto3 2026 if you can wait. I remember new atto3 get rid of the unacceptable internal look, and has the blade2.0, best battery ever for now.

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    • 1cent2much on 07/06/2026 - 15:30

      Blade 2.0 is not in this version.

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    • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 11:17

      Kona has one of the best battery reputations around, with very little life lost in any of the older models. There are no significant issues being reported on any systems across the current Kona. Only CCP trolls would spread this sort of misinformation.

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  • mitch21 on 07/06/2026 - 13:39

    Kona electric or Kia EV3 air standard?

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    • ReallyLost on 07/06/2026 - 13:48

      Both garbage

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    • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 11:39

      Both same gear under the skin really. They feel different though so best advice, like any car purchase is to test drive them. Make sure who ever is going to be doing the most miles in the car is comfortable, has a good view, the controls feel natural and in the right spot, etc.

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  • rooster7777 on 07/06/2026 - 13:47

    When I drill down into a corporate website for an EV, and I can find all sorts of secondary stuff like touchscreen size and how many smart speakers, but things like battery capacity and chemistry are either absent, or incredibly hard to find… I immediately cross that product off my list.
    fching wnkers!
    (I'd be delighted if someone points out how silly I am, and demonstrates how easy that information is to find)

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    • coxymla on 07/06/2026 - 14:22

      It's definitely not easy to find, but the aeva fact sheets are usually the best source of raw stats.

      https://aeva.asn.au/files/2838/

      (from: https://aeva.asn.au/bev-fact-sheets-passenger-cars/ )

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      • rooster7777 on 07/06/2026 - 16:02

        thanks for your response and info….
        but what a way to run a railroad!

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    • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 11:49

      There is starting to get a lot of demand put on government to mandate clear reporting for all goods logistic lines, and hopefully they start mandating that sort of thing. Logistic lines are likely to be hammered first with a lot more pressure to identify the source of all components going into equipment (everything and not just cars). It becomes relevant as well sometimes when a manufacture launches something, gets everything tested, reviews, etc, and during its time in the market, find a cheaper source of components like CPUs, batteries, screens, power supplies etc, and changes them without consumers knowing that they have not bought the equipment that they had read the reviews and tests on. THey can also have different factories that make the same product but with different components (sometimes in different countries). This will satisfy international demand as well to identify issues such as using Forced Labour on components, which whilst heavily impacting Chinese brands, will also impact others so we can be clear on our choices of what we buy.
      Essentially, as you say, we should be able to easily get clear information on details of a particular product.

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      • rooster7777 on 08/06/2026 - 12:24

        yes…. marketing has taken a big step backwards in recent years….
        It's not that long ago that if a company tried to sell new cars without giving relevant details, they wouldn't sell a single unit!

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        • abadacus on 19/06/2026 - 18:45

          Just taking a page from the apple marketing playbook.
          The information is out there, just need to look for it - AI is a big help in this case

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          • rooster7777 on 19/06/2026 - 20:13

            @abadacus: AI might be a help… but if you've got to go somewhere other than look at easily available information from the manufacturer/ retailer…. it's a forked system that one day may backfire

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  • mulimulix on 07/06/2026 - 14:08

    I've had the petrol version for a bit over a year now so annoying to see the hybrid is now cheaper than I paid :( Otherwise it's great for the price as long as you don't value a high-powered engine. Love the big screen and feel of the interior.

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    • Ironic fear on 07/06/2026 - 14:57

      The hybrid and EV would both feel more powerful than the petrol.
      Instant acceleration from the EV part makes a big difference

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    • Mokr on 11/06/2026 - 11:14

      thats the base model hybrid though.

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  • Flintz on 07/06/2026 - 14:33

    The Kona is pretty good bang for your buck imo. Has lots of features, pretty decent size and room for a small SUV, and physical buttons for HVAC (this one is a deal breaker for me as I adjust the temp pretty often)

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    • chk on 08/06/2026 - 02:26

      who negged ur post

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    • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 12:05

      Savings are clear - up to $8000-. Read the article.

      As for 4 star rating, do you know what that means and why? (Mod: Personal Attack) but want answers and to help any others understand, basically, the rating system is continually reviewed and changed but a car is only tested once against them. Older cars are tested against an older standard which does not mean that a three-year old, five-star car, is safer than a one-year old, four-star car. You really need to look at it more closely if you want to use that to make a decision. The Kona scored very highly on occupant protection for adults and children, narrowly missing the overall new 5 star on two areas (out of many), one being pedestrian protection and the other being safety assist (such as reverse AEB is not on the base models). It would have been five stars under the 2023 and early system that most other cars you compare to were assessed against (and some of them may only be three stars if tested under the same system).

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    • ReallyLost on 07/06/2026 - 16:55

      What evs have 800V?

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      • Ryballs on 07/06/2026 - 17:52

        Closest to the Kona with 800V would probably be the XPENG G6 (starts at $54k but it's a bit bigger). Otherwise there is a new 800V BYD Atto 3 EVO that just got approved for Australia.

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        • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 12:21

          Shouldn't compare only the lower end of the market. Better would be the Ioniq 5, EV 6. The cars that led the 800V system for the market. Then even better quality from Chinese cars through to higher end would be the new BMW iX3 with 372km of range added in 10 minutes and still under the LCT. Outside of that you have a range of cars up to the Porsche Taycan, Rolls Royce etc. Hence, a number of options.

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      • c9 on 07/06/2026 - 19:16

        Q6?

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    • Naigrabzo on 07/06/2026 - 19:26

      Apparently some EV enthusiasts take 45 minutes to finish their food. They are happy to wait even though it can be 3 hours during long weekends. LMAO.

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      • trawg on 08/06/2026 - 10:46

        you obviously don't have kids, if I could get out of a feeding on the road situation in as little as 45 minutes I'd be ecstatic about it

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      • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 12:24

        You obviously don't have much experience in normal Australian life, travelling with a family, or even just a couple travelling and not living like a bogan and wanting to do things in a decent manner, not piss at the side of the road etc. We drive long distance in a rush at times. It can still be done in the right EVs with a bit of planning and brains.

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        • abadacus on 19/06/2026 - 18:46

          Planning is barely needed now that ABRP exists

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    • milhouseaus on 08/06/2026 - 08:07

      Kona SX2 was designed EV first and there is no transmission tunnel in the full EV and legroom is fine. Completely flat floor across the back. Also the frunk is plenty big enough for some cables. I fit a 7m type 2 to type 2 cable, the granny charger and a V2L adapter in mine no problems. 800V architecture with faster charging would be nice but it’s perfectly manageable as it is.

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    • Rally Dave on 08/06/2026 - 12:13

      Incorrect and why comment if you do not even know the car. This Kona was designed as an EV first and has a flat floor, unlike the previous Kona 2023 and earlier. It also has decent and comfortable leg room and passenger space for an adult. It also has a frunk big enough for all the cables and things you need and are willing to put up front.

      Yes on 400V limiting your charging speed, but that is an insignificant issue for most and only impacts if you are a constant road tripper, which is not the purpose of this car. If that is your purpose, buy the Ioniq 5 or 6 that can change in under 20 min. 40 min is more than enough for most people for on a long trip to stop for lunch and toilet stop, and still do 800km in the day, but that is not a very common thing.

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  • Rimas on 07/06/2026 - 16:11

    Do these also bing and bong at you constantly and drive you nuts?

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    • D grump on 08/06/2026 - 13:00

      Interesting that there is no reply

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    • curtleyw on 08/06/2026 - 19:07

      We have the EV Kona as a pool vehicle at work. The answer to your question is yes. Totally turned me off buying one.

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    • Mokr on 11/06/2026 - 11:15

      its pretty bad when turning in multi lane and you have to use your signal, car thinks you might hit someone

      but you get used to it,

      turn on wheel vibration so less noises.

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  • Madkant on 07/06/2026 - 21:27

    The Kona still uses outdated NMC battery tech. No good.

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    • Primus Pilus on 08/06/2026 - 10:03

      The Jaecoo J5 and Chery E5 have a 60kwh LFP BYD blade battery and 150 kW. Both sub $40k drive away with long warranty.

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  • Amotti on 07/06/2026 - 21:47

    What was the previous RRP and what's the promotion price?

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  • S92WTB on 08/06/2026 - 08:44

    Deepal s07 at $47,990 would be better deal no? (Yes it's not as established a brand)

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    • Lunarboogie on 18/06/2026 - 09:37

      It is a much better and bigger vehicle (it is the same under the skin as the Mazda 6e). More range, tech and is RWD. But Deepals are not sellling and I would be surprised they survive the big cull (whenever that is).

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      • S92WTB on 18/06/2026 - 10:45

        Yeah I am half considering it but more looking at byd s07 or Zeekr 7x

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    • abadacus on 20/06/2026 - 11:47

      Deepal s07 Currently on sale at 44990

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      • S92WTB on 20/06/2026 - 11:53

        44990 pretty competitive

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  • BargainBob999 on 08/06/2026 - 19:11

    Hi, how come some websites like car sales are showing indicative driveaway price as 37000 for the basic hybrid. Does anyone think this car can be had for cheaper by bargaining?

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  • Darayus on 09/06/2026 - 09:30

    Atleast some Korean brand agree to start making and selling EV to keep thier customers who want EV due to fuel crisis.

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