Hyundai has been one of the most prominent automobile manufacturers globally as they lead the race in terms of innovation and technology. To ensure the sales numbers are always up, the company keeps on updating its products and lineups from time to time so that the consumers always have something new to choose. The recently updated Kona, a compact SUV from the manufacturer, has been given multiple major and minor changes and everything in between. These changes make sure that the styling and performance of the vehicle remain in line with industry standards and stand out from the crowd as well.
The 2022 Hyundai Kona is refreshed, restyled, and heavily updated compact SUV. The changes with the auto-mobile are on the outside and the inside as well. The vehicle's trims are also well sorted out, and the features of the vehicle offers are amongst the industry's best.
2022 Hyundai Kona: Major Styling Changes
The vehicle has been in existence since 2018, and it was about time that it got a refreshed styling. The biggest changes to the 2022 Hyundai Kona are in the styling department. The vehicle has a split headlight design in line with other Hyundai models. Even the previous Kona featured a split headlight design, but the new one has a sharper look. The top of the headlight features the DRL and the turn indicator, while the lower half features all-LED high beams and low beams. What is worth noting is there are no fog lamps on offer. The front bumper is also redesigned and features functional side vents for better aerodynamic efficiency. The top of the line SEL trim contrasts the bumper, giving the SUV a stand outlook. The front grill is also heavily reworked and features a split design on the top trim; it has a gloss black finish.
Towards the side, the vehicle features full plastic cladding giving it a rugged SUV look. The wheels are completely redesigned, too; the top trim gets 18-inch wheels while the lower trims get 17-inches. The wing mirror has also been redesigned and has LED indicators embedded in them along with cameras for the 360-degree parking camera system. The vehicle has a rising shoulder line and, as an option, also features roof racks used to mount luggage on top of the vehicle. At the back, the vehicle still follows the split design for the tail lamps. The upper unit features the brake lights while the lower part of the tail lighthouses in the turn indicators and the reversing light. The boot-lid features a subtle chrome strip, and on the lower half of the bumper, it has a silver finishing that adds a unique element of Style.
2022 Hyundai Kona: Major Tech Upgrades
The cabin of the 2022 Hyundai Kona is feature-loaded and includes loads of practical and useful stuff. Being a Hyundai, the cabin is very user-friendly, and all the controls exactly are where they should be. The vehicle comes with the 8-inch touchscreen as standard and offers a 10.3 in a screen as an option. This is an upgrade over the previous vehicle, as the car used to come with a 7-inch screen as standard. The screen houses most of the vehicle’s entertainment and navigation functionalities. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity come as standard, with wireless connection features available as an option. The vehicle also has many shortcut buttons that allow the user to easily switch between common menus like music, navigation, and contacts. The vehicle also has a heads-up display that projects the directions and the vehicle speed onto the windshield; although this feature is an option but comes standard on the top trim. The vehicle does have some gizmos to it, like automatic climate control, sunroof, and ventilated seats.
2022 Hyundai Kona: A Safe Companion
The 2022 Hyundai Kona comes with a decent safety kit that includes standard autonomous emergency braking and standard Lane departure warning. Buyers can also have automatic high beams and automatic wipers as an option. Considering the price at which the vehicle is offered, the standard safety features make the vehicle a tremendous value for money proposition. On higher dreams, buyers can also opt for driver attention monitor and adaptive cruise control. The vehicle's pricing starts at around $22,000 and goes all the way up to $30,000 for the limited trim. There is also a sporty version of the vehicle called the N Line which features some cosmetic upgrades and is priced at 27,000 dollars.
The 2022 Hyundai Kona is a stunning vehicle thanks to its cheeky design, punchy turbo petrol engine, and plenty of standard features. The vehicle is fun to drive, and as it offers optional all-wheel drive, it is one of the best values for small SUVs in the market.
Sources- Hyundai, Car and Driver, Cars