How refreshing to see a sensible, 'real world' review. The internet is littered with reviewers aged 20-30 something complaining that a car is sluggish because it only hits 60 mph in 10 seconds , or reviewers around 6 feet in height complaining that back seat room is abysmal because there are only 4 inches of space between their knees and the seat in front. Good stuff in this review.
I’ve had various cars within this price range and I have to say Hyundai are by far the best. You get more features for your money on the basic models compared to others. Their hybrid engine is very economical (I used to get around 400 miles out of a full tank on my Ioniq). I stupidly got the newest Mazda 3 with the highest specs possible after my Ioniq and Mazda’s performance was underwhelming to say the least. They couldn’t even get an automatic gear box right. Hyundai on the other hand, are comfortable and reliable cars. Which is why I’m going back to Hyundai and getting the Kona next. Can’t fault it at this price range.
I ordered the ultimate in the same colour 3 weeks ago, can't wait for it to arrive. This video has just got me even more excited. Switching from a Seat Arona excellence lux which I've so enjoyed driving to my first Hyundai, hopefully this will be just as fun to drive
This is another car that's on my shortlist, along with the new Jazz and Yaris Cross. Great review as usual. I love the look of the Kona, it's very elegant to my eye.
I’ve just secured an Ultimate. Currently it’s being prepped for collection. Went down the PCP route, so hope I get near to GFV come the end of contract in 4 years 🤞
Driver's seat a reasonable height,but not like a Tuscon.Back seats are really for tall adults,very tight in back.Boot is average size.All these issues are addressed in the new Kona,on sale in UK this year! Interested to know how Anna thought it was i.e getting in and out, suspension (not too hard) and parking?
on the subject of heated seats, i couldnt be without them they are extremely usefull on winter mornings whilst engine gets up to operating temperature the heated seats on my tucson are brilliant
Very good review, I'm not planning on changing my car until next year but this car is one of my options. I must admit I've never understood why people want heated seats. I've had many cars over the years and I've never ever thought to myself ' this seat is a bit cold, I wish it was heated'.
It’s a nice addition in winter, I like having the seats warming me but with the windows down especially in winter. Thank you for your kind words The Walrus, keep us posted on what you get.
Very real world and details review. I recently bought one and I noticed you got full tank around 400 miles but when I filled up full tank (38L) it only shows 347miles range on the dash board. I am wondering does it change or did you have same rang of millage on the dashboard and it changes as you drove?
At 15.41 and 15.47 minutes and seconds in to video you said belive it or not its slightly charging this where you never spoke about the settings to do with the sport mode and flappy paddles setting i think I got that correct (this is not a knock to you but I saw this settings in another video.) Your review is spot on it has convinced me to go and order this car thank you very much 😊 I want this car 🚗 badly lol
@@PlanetautoUK I hope mine comes with that tow bar option that is hidden in the boot I must ask the dealer now thats a game changer for me to have that option
Good video and some good points. But the Sport mode makes a lot of noise and goes nowhere i would like someone to comment on the paddles and if the very slow 11.1 seconds can bettered using them ?
I noticed it far more responsive in Sport, cameras don’t do it justice - paddles like any other in essence, fun from launch, more engaging and a touch quicker -
A really like the colour along with the black plastics. Something about it reminds me of Mazda MX5 at the front but mAde like an off roader. The interior looks the part, just ashame it’s a bit hard in some areas. I look forward to see how far this company comes :)
Just a shame the 1.6T N line isn’t available in the UK and no sunroof available with the N line . N line body with ulitimate interior would be perfect!
recently picked up one of these on long-term hire. (1.6 GDI Hybrid SE Connect). Things really bugging me after only a few days (in no particular order). 1. Steering assist? It's like I'm fighting with it. How on earth do I turn this OFF? Read somewhere else about a "sport mode" that turns this on? Who knows. I'm lost. 2. I assume the green "EV" and what appears to be a "lane assist" light on the dash are supposed to continually flash on and off? Most annoying. 3. On the subject of lane assist. Is there supposed to be a very irritating BEEP particularly when turning EVERY corner when it thinks I'm too close to the kerb? 4. Presumably Sat Nav is an option or only available on higher up models? 5. Ride seems quite firm to me. (understatement). 6. Backup camera quality looks very poor in my opinion. 7. Brakes are "iffy". They seem quite fierce, yet, at low speeds particularly i find myself having to brake earlier. Maybe it's the electric motor i'm not used to. It's like there's 2 types of braking. That said, there are some things I do like. Not as many as 7 though. If anyone at all could answer I'd much appreciate it. Thank you. It's driving (no pun intended) me nuts!
Interesting, I didn’t notice any of these mind you I drive umpteen ev and hybrid cars with safety verging on automation. It’ll be interesting to see what owners come back with, thank you Don
@Planetauto Thanks for the reply. Shame you weren't able to shed any light on the issues I'm having. Oh well. I've found the User Manual in the glove box though, so I'll see if that might tell me anything. Fingers crossed. 🤞
The thing is what you describe we’re used to plus jerks in the steering without indicating, sensors alerting when close to obstacles, stiffer ride due to extra weight, GPS is only on higher trims. The braking on ours was exemplary, it offered responsive steering, braking and acceleration.
To be honest I find this car seems to accelerate faster than the supposed official 0 to 60 figures. So what mode was the test done? Eco, Normal or sport?
@@PlanetautoUK have had my new Kona Premium for a couple of weeks or so. Goes well. Seems to have a good MPG particularly if you drive it so electric motor kicks in. Good for driving around town. Still wading through the hand book that is not exactly clear. My major moan is if you want to use Apple CarPlay you need to connect your phone by cable. Really annoying as my wife’s new i10 connects wirelessly. Why such a downgrade? Not a deal breaker but really takes the edge off. My wife thinks it’s funny.
I do hope you can answer this, as no one else seems to be able to. I have a Kona Hybrid, the same as you reviewed, in fact your review convinced me to get this car. A great car EXCEPT, I have had to reset the 12v battery several times since owning it. I’ve asked everywhere, but got no answers, have you any idea why I should have to do this reset, time and time again ?
Ok, first - thank you for watching our videos, secondly what’s the reason for resetting? Going flat frequently etc also did you use the button to offload from the hybrid system to 12v?
@@PlanetautoUK I will try to explain what is happening. Today I used the car for a half hour trip on a motorway, so doing at least 70 mph with no use of any auxiliary systems, Got home and parked up, two hours later used the car for a five minute journey, again no auxiliary systems. Left the car for three hours and then when I came to start it again, the red battery symbol was on and I had to press the reset button to get the car to start.
@PlanetautoUK But you were comparing the Kona to the Tuscon which is a totally different price point. The comparison needs to be like for like, same price point with equivalent features with premium materials..........examples please.
You’re completely missing the point yet you made it first - the starter trim could well be less than the segment below fully spec’d, making like for like irrelevant.
Out of 50 or so comments that commend us on the review, you see us potentially causing a collision - what’s the time marker in where we drive in this manner?
How refreshing to see a sensible, 'real world' review. The internet is littered with reviewers aged 20-30 something complaining that a car is sluggish because it only hits 60 mph in 10 seconds , or reviewers around 6 feet in height complaining that back seat room is abysmal because there are only 4 inches of space between their knees and the seat in front. Good stuff in this review.
Thanks Bob - we aim to be as clear as possible in each review, so we are glad you liked it! *A
I’ve had various cars within this price range and I have to say Hyundai are by far the best. You get more features for your money on the basic models compared to others. Their hybrid engine is very economical (I used to get around 400 miles out of a full tank on my Ioniq). I stupidly got the newest Mazda 3 with the highest specs possible after my Ioniq and Mazda’s performance was underwhelming to say the least. They couldn’t even get an automatic gear box right. Hyundai on the other hand, are comfortable and reliable cars. Which is why I’m going back to Hyundai and getting the Kona next. Can’t fault it at this price range.
We enjoyed it on our road trip - we get exactly what you mean! It was economical, great to drive and comfortable too. *A
I ordered the ultimate in the same colour 3 weeks ago, can't wait for it to arrive. This video has just got me even more excited. Switching from a Seat Arona excellence lux which I've so enjoyed driving to my first Hyundai, hopefully this will be just as fun to drive
Thank you Akbar, it’s a very cool vehicle
This is another car that's on my shortlist, along with the new Jazz and Yaris Cross. Great review as usual. I love the look of the Kona, it's very elegant to my eye.
I’ve just secured an Ultimate. Currently it’s being prepped for collection. Went down the PCP route, so hope I get near to GFV come the end of contract in 4 years 🤞
Very cool, keep us posted
Driver's seat a reasonable height,but not like a Tuscon.Back seats are really for tall adults,very tight in back.Boot is average size.All these issues are addressed in the new Kona,on sale in UK this year!
Interested to know how Anna thought it was i.e getting in and out, suspension (not too hard) and parking?
Just wondering if you’ve seen the road trip we did? It covers a lot of these points. *A
on the subject of heated seats, i couldnt be without them they are extremely usefull on winter mornings whilst engine gets up to operating temperature the heated seats on my tucson are brilliant
I found that today in Dorothy, such a great feature in a 31 year old car, you can tell Autumn is on its way, thank you Ken
Awesome video!
Thank you for sharing!
Liked and subbed.
I love the husband and wife angle. Keep up the good work.
Thank you, we will, lots more coming - awesome name 👹
Very good review, I'm not planning on changing my car until next year but this car is one of my options. I must admit I've never understood why people want heated seats. I've had many cars over the years and I've never ever thought to myself ' this seat is a bit cold, I wish it was heated'.
It’s a nice addition in winter, I like having the seats warming me but with the windows down especially in winter. Thank you for your kind words The Walrus, keep us posted on what you get.
You would understand if you lived in Sweden😉
The Lake District is a bit chilly too #snow #ice unlike today 😀
would be much better if it heated your back
Very real world and details review. I recently bought one and I noticed you got full tank around 400 miles but when I filled up full tank (38L) it only shows 347miles range on the dash board. I am wondering does it change or did you have same rang of millage on the dashboard and it changes as you drove?
Really good point. The economy changes to how the car is being driven. Thank you, @mdrahman-mr1
Love my kona ev 64kw you remind me of the Paul Whitehouse brilliant character
Harry Enfield and Chums 🔥 they’re an impressive machine, thank you Sam
At 15.41 and 15.47 minutes and seconds in to video you said belive it or not its slightly charging this where you never spoke about the settings to do with the sport mode and flappy paddles setting i think I got that correct (this is not a knock to you but I saw this settings in another video.) Your review is spot on it has convinced me to go and order this car thank you very much 😊 I want this car 🚗 badly lol
Ah, thank you for the heads up Larry, good to know, keep us posted on when you get it.
@@PlanetautoUK in 9 months its ordered
Nice! Hopefully this next 9 months fly by *A
@@PlanetautoUK I hope mine comes with that tow bar option that is hidden in the boot I must ask the dealer now thats a game changer for me to have that option
Good idea, they’re very good
Good video and some good points. But the Sport mode makes a lot of noise and goes nowhere i would like someone to comment on the paddles and if the very slow 11.1 seconds can bettered using them ?
I noticed it far more responsive in Sport, cameras don’t do it justice - paddles like any other in essence, fun from launch, more engaging and a touch quicker -
A really like the colour along with the black plastics. Something about it reminds me of Mazda MX5 at the front but mAde like an off roader. The interior looks the part, just ashame it’s a bit hard in some areas. I look forward to see how far this company comes :)
Yes, they’re are smart looking machine, and the brand keeps going from strength to strength
How many variation of drive train with that small CUV. Its quite intersting. From 1.6 gas to 300HP electric.
Good question, we’ll take a look Young Moon
Just a shame the 1.6T N line isn’t available in the UK and no sunroof available with the N line .
N line body with ulitimate interior would be perfect!
We’d like to test the N now, that’s one quick motor, thank you RC in…clever name Kudos
Yeah N is nice , test drove one last week but fuel cost more than the car 😬😂
@@rcinabout4418 very cool, our C124 does around 25-30 mpg 😆 and only runs on Super
recently picked up one of these on long-term hire. (1.6 GDI Hybrid SE Connect). Things really bugging me after only a few days (in no particular order).
1. Steering assist? It's like I'm fighting with it. How on earth do I turn this OFF? Read somewhere else about a "sport mode" that turns this on? Who knows. I'm lost.
2. I assume the green "EV" and what appears to be a "lane assist" light on the dash are supposed to continually flash on and off? Most annoying.
3. On the subject of lane assist. Is there supposed to be a very irritating BEEP particularly when turning EVERY corner when it thinks I'm too close to the kerb?
4. Presumably Sat Nav is an option or only available on higher up models?
5. Ride seems quite firm to me. (understatement).
6. Backup camera quality looks very poor in my opinion.
7. Brakes are "iffy". They seem quite fierce, yet, at low speeds particularly i find myself having to brake earlier. Maybe it's the electric motor i'm not used to. It's like there's 2 types of braking.
That said, there are some things I do like. Not as many as 7 though.
If anyone at all could answer I'd much appreciate it. Thank you. It's driving (no pun intended) me nuts!
Interesting, I didn’t notice any of these mind you I drive umpteen ev and hybrid cars with safety verging on automation. It’ll be interesting to see what owners come back with, thank you Don
@Planetauto Thanks for the reply. Shame you weren't able to shed any light on the issues I'm having. Oh well. I've found the User Manual in the glove box though, so I'll see if that might tell me anything. Fingers crossed. 🤞
The thing is what you describe we’re used to plus jerks in the steering without indicating, sensors alerting when close to obstacles, stiffer ride due to extra weight, GPS is only on higher trims. The braking on ours was exemplary, it offered responsive steering, braking and acceleration.
To be honest I find this car seems to accelerate faster than the supposed official 0 to 60 figures. So what mode was the test done? Eco, Normal or sport?
Sport, we currently have 5 and that is considerably quicker than on paper.
Only test drove one today. Collect later this week. Seemed a fun car to drive.
It is, efficient yet engaging, enjoy Habsish, keep us posted
@@PlanetautoUK have had my new Kona Premium for a couple of weeks or so. Goes well. Seems to have a good MPG particularly if you drive it so electric motor kicks in. Good for driving around town. Still wading through the hand book that is not exactly clear.
My major moan is if you want to use Apple CarPlay you need to connect your phone by cable. Really annoying as my wife’s new i10 connects wirelessly. Why such a downgrade? Not a deal breaker but really takes the edge off. My wife thinks it’s funny.
I'm old school enough that I use a cable, lol! *A
We are getting the Ultimate but are you sure the Tow Bar is free as standard? Dealership not so sure.
This is entirely down to dealer, best bet negotiate one in if you can, this is the case for many options.
Yes can someone please find out is the towbar part of the deal thanks in advance
I do hope you can answer this, as no one else seems to be able to. I have a Kona Hybrid, the same as you reviewed, in fact your review convinced me to get this car. A great car EXCEPT, I have had to reset the 12v battery several times since owning it. I’ve asked everywhere, but got no answers, have you any idea why I should have to do this reset, time and time again ?
Ok, first - thank you for watching our videos, secondly what’s the reason for resetting? Going flat frequently etc also did you use the button to offload from the hybrid system to 12v?
@@PlanetautoUK I will try to explain what is happening. Today I used the car for a half hour trip on a motorway, so doing at least 70 mph with no use of any auxiliary systems, Got home and parked up, two hours later used the car for a five minute journey, again no auxiliary systems. Left the car for three hours and then when I came to start it again, the red battery symbol was on and I had to press the reset button to get the car to start.
That sounds like a drain, or that’s the symptom for an ice, have you had it diagnosed?
@@PlanetautoUK what’s ice ? I’m going to contact my dealer. I just wondered if you’ve heard of this before.
@@farawayhats internal combustion engine, that’s what I’d do
I have this car but I’m confused on setting up inner car system
We do too, what’s your boggle?
Does the Towbar only come with the ultima?
We’ll check, thank you Jimmy
Great review! Good fuel economy?
Yes, and thank you, we’ve a road trip video if you’d like the link?
Kia/ Hyundai design language FTW 🙌
Yes indeed, thank you Amranfarahma
Great video 📹
Thank you Manliki
@@PlanetautoUK No problem 😊 👌
It does have regeneration, what do you think the paddles are for under the steering wheel !!!!!!!!!
Regen on a hybrid… changing gear possibly
If you want premium materials you have to pay premium prices, not hard to understand .
Not necessarily, it’s all changing especially with manufacturers trying to break into a new market, more for less.
@PlanetautoUK But you were comparing the Kona to the Tuscon which is a totally different price point. The comparison needs to be like for like, same price point with equivalent features with premium materials..........examples please.
Not necessarily, A Class etc has screens etc you’ll find in higher segment MB cars and SUV’s, trims change tech, materials etc e.g Sportage
@@PlanetautoUKBut the A class and Sportage are far more expensive than the equivalent Kona.
You’re completely missing the point yet you made it first - the starter trim could well be less than the segment below fully spec’d, making like for like irrelevant.
You're going to have a wreck if you keep on driving on the wrong side of the road mate.
Out of 50 or so comments that commend us on the review, you see us potentially causing a collision - what’s the time marker in where we drive in this manner?