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The Hyundai Kona Electric is Hyundai's first LONG RANGE electric vehicle! With over 250 miles of EPA estimated range this Kona Electric is positioned pretty well when it comes to competitors. However, it ended up being even better than I imagined! Check out this in-depth review to learn more!
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[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

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[@zagan1]

Have subbed 1st time view

[@malapropism9036]

Can’t wait to get my hands on one! Thnx for the great in depth review!

[@mst3rmind879]

I hope to see you in Irvine sometime. I'll be waving from my Model 3! Love the reviews!

[@grouchomagic]

O. K. I own an automotive supply company, and I have weighed most electric cars for a bit of time. My neighbor has a one month old Jaguar I Pace, and it's been en the shop 3 times for the computer. Not surprised. The Tesla dash is confusing as hell, and I went to school for electronics. If the screen goes out, you are screwed. My consensus is for the money and the quality of Korean cars, the Hyundai and Kia are the only cars I am looking at right now to buy. Next year, I hope to buy a Rivian because it looks perfect for the Sedona, Arizona environment. Great review man. Steve

[@petrihietanen1102]

What a great reaction Forrest!! Absolutely top notch. I am getting mine 2021 64 kWh model in white in few weeks time. Just can't wait, my long, long time dream coming true :-)

[@stilljt2864]

Love the reviews, I love the Audi A3 and want to get one, are you going to review it in the future?

[@Vicobop]

I agree the styling is better than the standard Kona. I am not a fan of the waterfall grill Hyundai currently uses so this solves it and adds some nice coolness to it. My gripes with it are the lack of AWD (at least, looking at the top trim), cheap interior plastics, limited rear seat amenities and overall high price. It is about 20000$ CAD more expensive than a loaded Kona in Canada, and to me all the above features should be standard at 50K+ on the Ultimate trim. I am seeing this car more often now in Ottawa so I am encouraged that there is a market for it and that future models will only get better.

[@stickylightning852]

Great review and thorough. I own the car as well and agree with all the statements. I ha e some fit and finish issues that are dealer problems however the car is a joy to drive if you are into the compact segment.

[@moonlim33]

Good job, Huyndai making the price down with long range run. I love to have one but in middle eara of America availability is not good.

[@joshuathrash3143]

As usual, that was an awesome video! Any plans to get your hands on a 2020 Explorer ST?

[@jdub9119]

As someone who lives for instrumentals, I appreciate the Lakey Inspired music - literally play this stuff daily - also, was very impressed with the thorough review - great work man

[@daviddrake7003]

Good review what speed did you get highest miles per Kw like cooled seats and it seemed you said air conditioning is separately controlled from heating? Would like to see heads up display. Was going to add aftermarket if I got a model 3 like the clear top, like the lines, want the battery flat.

[@TL-YouTube]

Great review overall of a great EV! I have basically the same model except with the Pebble Blue interior which works for me. A couple quick notes: The hatch release button on the remote doesn't actually do anything. The button to the left of the driver that you said changed charging modes is actually to select whether the car will always lock the charging connector when it's in place or only when the car is charging (allowing someone to unplug it & use it on their car if you're away from your vehicle when it's done charging). You don't have to manually turn on heat - the button is there, but leaving the HVAC in AUTO mode will fully manage the cooling/heating based on your set temp. Lastly, it comes with a level 1 (120v) charger not a level 2 charger. I really enjoyed your relaxed speaking style and focus on what was most important about the Kona. Keep up the good work!

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thanks for the extra info! It stated level 2 charger on the paper Hyundai gave me so that's my fault! Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it!

[@John-km2uw]

Thank you Forrest. Your review of the exterior & interior design elements works great for me. Exterior wise, it's fascinating how the Korean designers tried to blend East Asia geek and Mid-Western stodgy. It 's growing on me, though the wide fender covers still seem too wide and the rear bumper's signal and back-up light fixtures just need to be more coordinated/integrated (they're ugly compared to the sleek flowing upper tail lights)...j

[@danielmikhail2701]

Thank you so much for this amazing review!

[@Sibs]

I got to test drive a Kia Nero and it was very similar to this car, but definitely like the Kona styling a lot better. I believe the Kona is a bit bigger as well.

[@johnc1975]

I have a 2018 Kona Limited 1.6T AWD and love the car. I test drove the 2020 Electric Limited last week, and it felt similar to mine in many respects except the acceleration was snappier in sport mode. It's a beast off the line. My local dealer here in California has 8 of them. Considering getting one.The MSRP was $42K here for the Limited trim level.

[@mlmamerica7795]

Another great video Forrest!!!

[@Texasbama2]

It's not available in my area. I have 2 hybrids by Hyundai and I love that they're quiet& drive so smooth.

[@lq1044]

After several months of research, I bought this Kona EV. It is a little more efficient than the Tesla 3. I am all for efficiency. The price is on par with with a Tesla 3. But the insurance is way less on this car comparing to a Tesla 3 (without auto-pilot). I like the outside of looks of a Tesla 3, but I just can't deal with the plain looking of the interior. The main instrument cluster is in the center similar to Prius is really turning me off. This Kona EV looks beautiful outside and inside (when new) despite all the cheap plastic. It is such a pleasant to drive. I have more manual control over the Kona EV comparing to Tesla 3 and that's how I like it. I work on my family ICE cars all my life, since I was 15, long before I had my driver license. The only time I have to take any of my cars to the shop are for smog checks, wheel alignment, and new tires. I have rebuilt 4 engines and changed a clutch myself. I am getting too old to repair my own ICE cars. With this Kona EV, the only major things I have to deal with are changing the reduction differential gear oil and the coolant once every 50,000 miles; brake pads and fluid changing are no big deal for me. I can't believe I bought a Hyundai after laughing at the Excel when it came out in 1985 and telling everyone to stay away from Hyundai for so many years. Hyundai has been copying European cars very well.

[@Jeff-wj4wy]

Very thorough.. future rec, for those who drive in sunny areas a lot, show if the visors slide out when flipped to the side for blockage

[@brianhall23]

Great video. I like the more traditional layout inside. That is one thing I do not like about the Tesla cars. To me they look like they just have a giant iPad stuck on the dash.

[@baldheadlogic]

Impressive Review. Keep them coming.

[@turtletank11]

nice video man, for me im kinda excited for the volvo electric vehicles they have on their page. hopfully they do make the cars thats what ill want one day maybe lol

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Yes! Can't wait to see how the Polestar 1 & 2 will be.

[@larryspiller15]

Ill admit even as a big Tesla fan the Volvo polestar model 3 competitor looks darn good

[@AWildBard]

Volvo are going to start making EVs in China relatively soon

[@AWildBard]

nice to watch you driving in California I haven't been there in more than ten years, but I grew up where you are driving more or less.

[@oleogabalo]

Electric vehicles are still beyond the reach of my budget. Damn cars have gotten expensive.

[@jeffthompson806]

my 2017 chevy malibu hybrid gets 46 mpg and seats four adults

[@N12Gautam]

José Muñoz but these last 300 miles so better technology

[@bmw803]

@@jeffthompson806 I bought the 2017 Cruze 1.6 Turbo Diesel. 700 miles per tank. Can't beat that. Less complicated than a Hybrid where many things can go wrong and cost an arm and leg to fix. All gas savings are wiped out X 1000

[@0hypnotoad0]

@@bmw803 Hybrid batteries are pretty easy to repair, just go on youtube to see Prius battery restorations to get an idea. A co-worker of mine took a $500 HV battery training course, and used it to repair the hybrid battery on a Chrysler Aspen Hemi Hybrid, of all things. Bought the car for a few thousand, and the replacement battery cell cost him $50, crazy good deal. Dealerships mark up battery repairs to a crazy degree because the average consumer thinks a battery is some arcane magic box from the future. Anybody with electrical safety training and an ebay account can fix a defective Hybrid or EV battery.

[@chapo335]

I've got a Hyundai ix35 and being auto I think it is great... I got it back in 2013 though... now the Hyundai electric you are showing puts my car in to second place, for the Hyundai Electric car you are showing is just fantastic, I can't wait until there on sale in the UK

[@timothyford9244]

Lee Chapman they are on sale in the UK and have been for a year!

[@ebaball111]

Great video, cool car need cool guy like him to review Hyundai Kona.

[@derekholms]

Best competitor to model 3 yet. Does it do over the air updates? The Tesla charging network is still tough to beat in most areas. Makes it so easy to do road trips.

[@derekholms]

Just looked at the stats. For the price point it compares more to Tesla’s awd model. This is just fwd. also the level 3 charge time is worrying 80% in 45 minutes. Still seems like other companies have a ways to go but I do like the looks of the exterior

[@stevewallace1117]

In Canada I can get around easily with no problem due to the available charging stations. People don't realize that a vehicle spends more time parked than being driven. By the time I have gone top the bathroom and had a meal, the car is charged

[@ladayblues6759]

I just got mine🤩🤩🤩 I am in LOVE WITH MY KONA I GOT IT IN CERAMIC BLUE

[@Lobo243]

Cool make a video of what you think about it .....will be cool to see

[@karensteel7642]

I’m jealous. We ordered our Ceramic Blue a week ago. They are telling me 6 months delivery. Enjoy!

[@rickbaier1042]

Congratulations. ..

[@rickbaier1042]

I wonder if you can get a roof basket for it? .

[@kumarraj2012]

Laday Blues i envy you!!😅😅Congrats!! This is truly a perfect EV in India but still can’t afford it!! I am excited thinking that I can sooner than I thought!!

[@ChiliCrisp88]

I had a Honda CRV and I am hoping to switch to this. It looks incredible but I do wish that the speedometer was much larger. I hope they clean up the look in the future models

[@jessicakirsh]

Great review of this vehicle!

[@jpmackin]

..I love watching and day dreaming.

[@jasonowen8193]

Thank you what a great review 5 stars

[@gigglehertz]

I agree I really like the look of it. I wouldn't choose it over a Model Y because or the Supercharger network alone. Any used ones you might find in a few years would be worth it if you could get it for about half price.

[@aliancemd]

I actually liked the angle of the camera - you get a better feel of being in the car

[@karlalejandroresurreccion5778]

We already have this here in the Philippines together with it's Ioniq Electric brother which is weird since we're just starting to have electric car infrastructure.

[@TechCulture]

Informative, high quality review!

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thank you so very much!

[@rickbaier1042]

My son and daughter in law own a hyundai veracruz AWD it's a tank it was sold to them by a family member who graciously gave them a great deal on it. Hyundai has uped it's game.

[@tknight7]

Great review. Very detailed. Thanks for sharing.

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thanks for watching!!

[@MauriceNL1]

What camera do you use? It's super sharp

[@stevelk1329]

Fun description. You should add indices.

[@JoostN86]

Great thorough review. Never seen cardinal directions being displayed on a rearview mirror before. Is that an American thing? Same goes for the buttons on the rearview mirror.

[@bitkahuna]

Friend just got one. We're in FL and he went to Maryland to get it! He loves it and it's very cool.

[@bitkahuna]

Oh and yes I'm subscribed. 😀

[@tughankarsli76]

Thank you so much for the great details. How long it takes to charge it with a standard 110 volt charger and how much it costs to charge it approximately ?

[@ericlecorney1144]

2 days

[@ossxq]

It is properly cost you around 5-8 dollars to charge it fully!

[@faustsin9366]

They have to start making these EVs look better to make it in the market the Honda hybrids are amazing looking

[@DIRTDIVER882]

Thats a good looking car. Thats coming from a gmc /chevy guy. Currently driving a yukon xl

[@tndaniels]

Thanks. Helped me make a decision for my college daughter

[@Monty_1]

Here in southern texas I can get 294 miles easy on a full charge 280 miles if I've been pushing the car. If you drive conservatively on decent terrain you can see 300+

[@thekingslady1]

Thanks for the notice!

[@daviddrake7003]

Tristan Monty Just like my Bolt. Hmmm a lot I see is what the Bolt has. Would not mind power seats 2018 Bolt should have had them. But it was a compliance car soooo

[@m3hdim3hdi]

Why you didnt buy a Tesla ?

[@sgtcrab1]

@@m3hdim3hdi Price!

[@AdventuresonTour]

Just bought a Kona Electric, pick it up Thursday.. I found trip 300kms a day for work... should be a good long range test..

[@toddboucher3302]

As I was curious do you know if you can save purchase one in another state and then just bring it back to your house yourself brand new or is that only legal line used ones I live in Georgia so I bought one to stay in Maryland and then just drop it home is it legal I know it’s legal for a used car but I’m not sure about noon

[@flolou8496]

??? Does anyone know the exact trim level of this KONA in this review? That blind spot pop up mirror type device at minute 10 is the coolest safety feature I've ever seen, but is that standard on the limited model, or only available on the ultimate trim ?

[@petegalindez9961]

Great review! Wish they were sold by me in VA. Went with the Niro and love it. I will say I think the interior of the Niro will age better than the Kona...Those polished faux aluminum buttons won’t age well. If you go to a CARMAX and look at the 3-4 year old cars. The ones that look the worst have this kind of button style...Other than that, great car!

[@createdeccentricities6620]

Gotta say, the Kona Electric's pedestrian warning sounds a lot like a drawn-out Mac starting tone!

[@mausha77]

Nice review thanks.

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thanks for watching Robert!

[@anthonytstewart]

yay ~ I totally dig your vids man - awesome review : )

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thanks!!

[@Sir_Loin_]

“I hope you can see that. Got some Advil and some keys”

[@samonaro65]

If cost is basically the same as the tesla model 3 then tesla will always be the best choice for me. Great review thanks

[@samueljackson856]

I know what's with all the kia and Hyundai models charging name brand prices??

[@ZE4MC]

GREAT review

[@BunderaKZT]

So, which one would you prefer? Model 3 SR+ or Kona?

[@synder1461]

BunderaKZT model 3

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

If we are talking standard range model 3 vs this, I'll take the Kona. Once you step up to dual motor model 3 it's game over for everyone else. No competition at that point.

[@BunderaKZT]

@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial Thanks for your response. I went with model 3 SR+ because wait time for Kona is 6 months and it is not even guaranteed. I feel like no other car manufacturer really wants to sell their EVs for lots of reason.

[@daviddrake7003]

BunderaKZT Exactly still only compliance cars, although the Chevrolet Bolt is very very good. Mine has self programmed AI. I get 300 plus range and bang like a bat rocket on the freeways.

[@alainbrunet47]

Interior is quite ordinary... Love the out side

[@cosmodave69]

Electrical Hippo gonna be the craze.

[@Cube198]

Firstly, LOVE the video, GREAT review. Thanks for that. But Hyundai. Oh, Hyundai. The silver plastic console simply HAS to be the Achillie's Heel of the whole interior design: A cup holder for splashy, frothy spilly drinks cuddled up to all those buttons. Including the transmission interface. Add in some immediate acceleration, a full drink oh, the spills. Oh, the sticky mess. But maybe people don't spill full center console drinks. Or go over a bump.

[@inachu]

2:46 the dotted grill on other videos showed that they all lit up for animation for some reason.

[@dronestuff6590]

very nice car, touch screen reaction seems to be pretty slow though. Think they changed it on 2020 model.

[@arekpetrosian4965]

If this came in a 4WD version, I'd seriously consider getting one.

[@Rawsz_27]

motor in front car is good idea for service and repair any problem

[@DiecastShowcase]

I dont know. Im not sold on the looks. I want to like how something looks when I buy a vehicle, especially at that price. The range is really good, but I think the interior is lacking. The Tesla's interior is a turn off for me as well, but this interior is better. That outside noise is wierd. I dont like that either, even though I won't hear it, it just sounds creepy to me. Im not sold on it myself personally.

[@psychiatry-is-eugenics]

Not available in all states because of cold weather ? Should have a small generator for cold weather

[@MrJohnthefarmer]

Was hoping for info on the heads up display. ☹️. Otherwise great review. Thanks

[@MrJohnthefarmer]

Someone replied to me asking what I wanted to know. Guess they deleted their reply. I just know nothing other than the Kona Electric has one. Some plastic thing that comes out of the dash and has information on it. Maps? Speed? Battery life? Incoming calls? Texts? I have not found any information on it even from the dealer. The salesman was not knowledgeable about it.

[@chackoulahannan6991]

Amazing video. I like it.

[@NicChristie]

great car, love the color "GALACTIC GRAY"!

[@jallabff93]

My 2020 64 kwh Kona drives 325 miles on a charge, normal driving in summer, in Norway.

[@frcgfd107]

Good job on the review, but would you buy it for yourself? Thanks for sharing the video!

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Only reason I wouldn't is because I really want the new Rivian truck...

[@mopar_runner2284]

Forrest's Auto Reviews that’s gonna be junk too 😂

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Mopar_runner It’s not even out yet and hasn’t even had any run history. Would love to know how you came to this conclusion. I’ll wait patiently for your response because I’m curious. 🤔

[@OOICU812]

Forrest's Auto Reviews I hope you're not holding your breath waiting for a response.

[@PlayMyMusicPlaylist]

For the rest of the world with metrics, 250 miles = 402 km

[@donwarner6925]

Just google it and stop your driveling.

[@o751106]

Because I live in Illinois, I can’t have this car shipped to me?

[@spmartin]

There is no way this car, at this price, is a good choice compared to a Tesla Model 3.

[@MrFalken91]

hyundai is the better car, tesla got a better battery.

[@skepticalmechanic]

Got my 2021 for $32,500 after $7,500 tax deductions and $3,000 back from Hyundai… I absolutely love it! Love my moon roof too!

[@madmotorcyclist]

Not bad. When my 8.5 year old Leaf wears out I will think about it.

[@shrimpinpat]

Thought the 7,500 rebate was getting phased out and it’s down to like 1700?

[@KCM1]

It looks kind of cool I’d never buy it but I’d keep it if I won it or something

[@1FishinAddict]

Drug dealers also start rolling on those EVs with the “masked” grills, extremely gangsta looking.

[@mofoshizknack]

No doubt, what a great vehicle for a drive-by shooting. Super quiet, then get away real fast.

[@abcbatman1966]

@sounds like “invaders From Mars” ...”Ah-AH!”

[@olegvihodet4104]

Its not availible but its availible all states . its already availible to purchase even in our state Minnesota .

[@iknowyourerightbut6246]

In this video, i missed how the center seat in the rear. Also, what are the levels of degenerative system.

[@zeethree]

Cold weather heat pump? Range?

[@ReiKaiHoneybee]

Nice electric car , I want one.

[@royraven8623]

Does it have tilt/telescopic feature on steering wheel?

[@stevewallace1117]

Tilt

[@janardhandoley375]

Looks very good

[@patrickgarant3643]

why did it say "AWD" in the beginning?

[@nianguyen5269]

Yeah, this is not an AWD vehicle. FWD only

[@ramonpunsalang3397]

This will face tough competition once the Model Y is available.

[@Charlesb1]

the model y is going to sell like crazy

[@hanse81]

Highway debree?? Is that a real issue in the US?

[@jeeevangurung8425]

Hyundai kona e suv is too nice design.

[@kenfarris8069]

Better than the Tesla 3 interior. I don't like the model 3 reliance for even the simplest task to be handled only with the computer. Buttons and knobs work best when driving,

[@grendelum]

I think they really missed a beat by not calling it the *Kia Kona* and the *Hyundai Niro...*

[@SlingbladeJim]

In ECO-PLUS mode the floor slides open and enables the occupants to power the car by foot...............they borrowed this technology from the Flintstone's family car.

[@mohammadwasilliterate8037]

Accelerating hard is the massive drain on batteries requiring massive current, go easy on accelerating and you greatly increase range.

[@correspo9785]

I got depressed watching first few mins of this video. No sugarcoating.

[@XMotoMedia94]

I see these things everywhere where i live. I rock with the styling 👌🏾

[@ezeo.7315]

Do you live in Cali?

[@tlf361]

I think you're seeing the REGULAR Kona, and mistaken it for the EV version... because these are extremely rare

[@XMotoMedia94]

@@tlf361 yeah you're right my bad💁🏾‍♂️ They look so similar tho

[@XMotoMedia94]

@@ezeo.7315 no, I got the car confused with the regular version 🙃🙃🙃

[@ezeo.7315]

That Fz Rider oh

[@joonapuro8055]

That hood gap is much smaller than my 2020 model bought from EU