The all-new 2018 Hyundai Kona compact crossover SUV is scheduled for its global debut on June 13th.
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| Over the past two months, Hyundai has started releasing teaser information and images, even providing some news sites with what appear to be paparazzi photos showing the exterior of the all-new 2018 Hyundai Kona. |
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| The Hyundai Kona features a "Cascading" grille design. Hyundai describes the Kona's dual headlights as an improvement on visibility, with LED daytime running lights positioned above the LED headlights. This split headlight design also aims to create a distinctive visual identity for the vehicle. |
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| Furthermore, the 2018 Hyundai Kona features a bold hood with sporty creases. This design further emphasizes the distinctive and robust SUV style of the 2018 Hyundai Kona. The vehicle boasts high ground clearance and plastic cladding around the wheel arches as well as the front and rear bumpers. In addition, it has a black roof that contrasts with the exterior paint color. |
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| Meanwhile, the rear features slim LED taillights, a fairly steeply sloping windshield, and underbody cladding typical of an SUV. Inside, the 2018 Hyundai Kona is equipped with a touchscreen display above the central air vents and a traditional analog instrument panel. |
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| Information regarding the powertrain of the 2018 Hyundai Kona is currently unavailable. According to some rumors, the 2018 Hyundai Kona will use turbocharged 1.0-liter and 1.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engines. In addition, there will be a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel engine. Furthermore, Hyundai is also developing a fully electric version of the 2018 Kona. |
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| The engines will be paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive will be standard on this small crossover, while all-wheel drive will be an optional extra. The Kona will compete in the same segment as other models such as the Ford Ecosport and Chevrolet Trax. |
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| According to plan, Hyundai will officially launch the Kona in South Korea in mid-June. Notably, Hyundai Thanh Cong, the Vietnamese representative, has even invited domestic media to South Korea to witness the Kona's launch ceremony. It is highly likely that the Hyundai Kona will be brought to Vietnam if it receives positive feedback from the press and customers. |
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