Hyundai’s 2024 Kona electric is an affordable EV option with starting prices under $33,000
The redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona electric will be one of the most affordable EVs in the US, with starting prices under $33,000. With a bigger, bolder design, more range, and faster charging, the new Kona EV is better than ever.
Hyundai’s compact electric SUV gets an upgrade
Hyundai is stepping up as EV demand hits new highs in the US. The South Korean automaker announced the new 2024 Hyundai Kona electric’s starting price will be $32,675 (not including destination).
The updated Kona EV was unveiled at the NY Auto Show for North America in April. You can instantly see the design upgrade with new “EV-derived” features like pixel elements on the front and rear.
It also includes an available Kona electric exclusive “Seamless Horizon” LED DRL that adds to the EV’s futuristic design.
The updates help the electric Kona stand apart from gas-powered models and align with Hyundai’s dedicated IONIQ EVs.
Hyundai’s new model is nearly 6″ longer with 3″ extra legroom in the second row. The flat-floor design creates more space with added head and shoulder room than the previous generation.
You also gain 33% more cargo area with up to 63.7 cubic feet of space available in the rear. The fully foldable back row adds flexibility and freedom.
At 171.3″ long, 71.9″ wide, and 62.2″ tall, it is roughly the same size as the new Volvo EX30 and Chevy Bolt EUV.
The interior features Hyundai’s next-gen dual 12.3″ touchscreen infotainment system. It includes a faster, more intelligent user interface with customizable layouts.
With EV-specific features, you can set charging preferences and find the closest chargers. The new Kona Electric also includes standard Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Hyundai added a new i-Pedal feature that enables one-pedal driving for more control. Other features include dual climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
2024 Hyundai Kona electric starting price under $33,000
The new 2024 Hyundai Kona electric has a starting price of $32,675. That’s for the SE model with a 133-hp electric motor.
The more powerful SEL trim with 201 hp starts at $33,675, while the upscale Kona electric Limited will cost you $41,045. Hyundai says the delivery charge for 2024 models will be $1,335.
| 2024 Hyundai Kona electric trim | Starting Price (not including a $1,335 delivery fee) |
| SE | $32,675 |
| SEL | $36,675 |
| Limited | $41,045 |
The new 2024 Kona electric will come with two better options. A standard 48.6 kWh battery provides 200 miles estimated range. Meanwhile, a larger 64.8 kWh battery can give an estimated range of up to 261 miles.
It will be available in vibrant colors, including Mirage Green, Neoteric Yellow, Abyss Black, Exotronic Gray, Cyber Gray, Atlas White, and Meta Blue Pearl.
SE and SEL trims are available in black or gray cloth seating. The premium Limited version is available with H-TEX seating surfaces in black or Sage Green with Lime accents (an exclusive).
Last week, we learned the Hyundai Kona EV was getting its first lease deal. A memo sent to dealers stated that 2024 Hyundai Kona electric lease prices will start at $259 per month. That’s a better deal than the gas-powered model in some places. The offer could vary depending on where you live.
At $33,000, the 2024 Hyundai Kona electric is one of the most affordable EVs on the market. If you’re ready to go electric, we can help you get started. You can use our link to find great deals on the 2024 Hyundai Kona at a dealer near you today.
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Baidu- and Geely-backed JiYue brand unveils ROBO X EV that goes 0-100 km/h in under 1.9 sec
JiYue, a Chinese EV brand focused on delivering all-electric “robocars” to the masses, has unveiled its latest model, and it’s quite a deviation from its previous EVs—but in the best way. Earlier today, JiYue launched the ROBO X supercar, designed for high-speed racing. By high speed, we mean 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 1.9 seconds. My mouth is watering.
JiYue has only existed since 2021, when parent tech company Baidu announced it was expanding from software development into physical EV production, joining forces with multinational automotive manufacturer Geely.
The new “robotic EV” marque initially launched as JIDU with $300 million in startup capital before garnering an additional $400 million in Series A funding, led by Baidu, in January 2022.
In August 2023, Geely took on a larger role in JIDU alongside a greater financial stake as the brand reimagined itself as JiYue, inheriting the JIDU logo and its flagship model, the 01 ROBOCAR.
In December 2023, Baidu and Geely unveiled a second model called the JiYue 07. It was born from JIDU’s ROBO-02 concept, which debuted in 2023 and was designed to compete against the Tesla Model 3 in China.
The 07 finally launched in China earlier this year with 545 miles of range. With an all-electric SUV and sedan on the market, JiYue has unveiled an exciting new entry in the form of a performance supercar called the ROBO X. Check it out:
JiYue’s new ROBO X EV is available for pre-order now
JiYue showcased its new ROBO X hypercar in front of the crowd at the 2024 Guangzhou Auto Show earlier today. Similar to previous models but with a unique spin, JiYue described the ROBO X as an AI smart-driving supercar that, for the first time, blends artificial intelligence and autonomous driving into a high-performance, race-ready EV.
When we say “high performance,” we mean a quad motor liquid-cooled drive system that can propel the ROBO X from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in under 1.9 seconds. JiYue called the new ROBO X a “performance beast” with “the perfect balance of excellent aerodynamic performance and high downforce.” JiYue CEO Joe Xia was even bolder in his statements about the ROBO X:
For the next 20 years, the design of supercars will bear the shadow of Robo X. This is the best design in the history of Chinese automobiles today, and it is a landmark presence.
Fighter-style airflow ducts bolster the EV’s aerodynamics, efficiency, and overall posture. Per JiYue, the two-seater ROBO X is expected to deliver a maximum range of over 650 km (404 miles).
The new supercar features falcon-wing doors, a carbon fiber integrated frame, and a professional racing HALO safety system offering 360° of support. The interior features an AI smart cockpit with SIMO real-time feedback to give drivers an immersive racing experience.
Furthermore, JiYue said the vehicle will utilize parent company Baidu’s Apollo self-driving technology, which could make it the first electric supercar to apply pure-vision ADAS technology that enables track-level autonomous driving.
Following today’s unveiling of the ROBO X, JiYue has officially opened up pre-orders in China for RMB 49,999 ($6,915). That said, reservation holders will need to be patient as JiYue shared that it doesn’t expect to begin mass production of the ROBO X until 2027.
What do you think? Will people be talking about the ROBO X for the next 20 years?
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Crude oil futures were on pace Friday for loss for the week, as a supply gut and a strong dollar depresses the market.
U.S. crude oil is down more than 2% this week, while Brent has shed nearly 2%.
Here are Friday’s energy prices:
- West Texas Intermediate December contract: $68.56 per barrel, down 14 cents, or 0.2%. Year to date, U.S. crude oil has shed about 4%.
- Brent January contract: $72.36 per barrel, down 20 cents, or 0.28%. Year to date, the global benchmark has lost nearly 6%.
- RBOB Gasoline December contract: $1.99 per gallon, up 0.46%. Year to date, gasoline has fallen more than 1%.
- Natural Gas December contract: $2.70 per thousand cubic feet, down 2.98%. Year to date, gas has gained more than 4%.
The International Energy Agency has forecast a surplus of more than 1 million barrels per day in 2025 on robust production in the U.S. OPEC revised down its demand forecast for the fourth consecutive month as demand in China remains soft.
A strong dollar also hangs over the market, as the greenback has surged in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory.
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