How does the new Kona hybrid stack up against the new Yaris Cross variant?
We also compare it to the Yaris Cross HEV
Hyundai Motor Philippines continues to broaden its lineup with the return of the Kona. Now in its second generation, the funky crossover SUV incorporates the brand's latest 'Sensuous Sportiness' philosophy while keeping the recognizable quirky Kona styling cues. For this comparo,
The Kona is back with hybrid power
The Hyundai Kona has officially reentered the Philippine market, and this time, it's packing a hybrid powertrain and an all-new design.It's been about three years since the Kona was discontinued in the Philippines, but the nameplate has not
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The Korean car brand continues to expand its lineup
Fresh off the launch of the all-new Creta and Elantra, Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) is once again back with another new model: the all-new Kona.It's been a while since this model was launched in its home market, and
Well, that’s yet another surprise from Hyundai PH
What is going on at Hyundai Philippines? We don't mean that in a bad way, mind. Rather, some of the most memorable nameplates that stayed dormant for a while are making a comeback.First, there was the Elantra, practically reviving the
The battery range ain’t bad either
In the past couple of years, Hyundai has been on the offensive in the electric car market. So far, it's been paying off with European markets embracing the company's EV offerings. But while the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 that
Impressed?
We knew as far back as December 2022 that the all-new Hyundai Kona looks good. But as for performance? Not much was revealed at the time. This is no longer the case.The 2023 Hyundai Kona has finally appeared on the
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All-electric, hybrid, and gasoline powertrains will still be available
Hyundai may have already given the Kona a new face-both for the electric and non-electric versions-but we'd be lying if we said that it still looked a bit outdated compared to its stablemates.That'll soon change, though,
“It’s a right old laugh without ever giving you the scaries”
It's inevitable: There was always going to be a performance SUV from Hyundai's burgeoning N brand. After nearly four years with just one model in Europe, the superb i30N hot hatch, the South Korean carmaker's feisty performance offshoot has
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The ones that planted the flag
It looked like a Martian amphibian, but really, the Leaf was always just an ordinary Japanese hatch. Easy to drive and easy to own. And of course, despite the complex, pioneering drive system, utterly reliable. Sold around the world-and built in
by Paul Horrell
*Not in the Philippines, unfortunately
The EV landscape was different in 2018, when the Hyundai Kona Electric first went on sale. Right-hand-drive Tesla Model 3s were still a long way off, so the only EVs on offer with more than 320km of range were the
by Greg Potts
A pretty busy week
Think of it as an i30N on stilts
Did you know today-April 27-is Hyundai N Day? Comes around quicker every year. Hopefully, your tree is up and the carols are on.We'd forgive you if you forgot to send cards, though, because it's the first N
A busy week for the industry
Here’s our first proper look at the N Division’s first performance SUV
We already know a fair bit about the Hyundai Kona N: same 276hp and front-wheel drive as the i30N hot hatch, and similarly mischievous behavior, too. We just haven't, until now, known what it looks like.Here's our first
Deals on the Reina, Kona, and Grand Starex are available
Carmakers have been starting to collect additional security deposits with every brand-new car purchase in light of the government's new safeguard duties on vehicle imports. Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), however, is doing a bit of the opposite.The company
Looking to buy?
If you're planning to buy a car soon, you're in luck-at least if Hyundai is among the brands you're currently considering.The South Korean car manufacturer has announced a promo for the Grand Starex, Kona, Accent, and Reina
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Good news for those who missed out on this one
Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) started the holiday season by rolling out a new promo that included discounts on the Starex, Kona, Accent, and Reina. Now, if you feel like you missed out on that one, then get this: Hyundai Philippines has
You tell us
We've been waiting around for Hyundai to finally reveal the Kona N for quite a while already, but it looks like we're finally going to see this performance crossover break cover real soon.See, Hyundai has just released a series
We’re guessing these could be the Starex, Tucson, Santa Fe, and Kona
In case you didn't know, this year's Manila International Auto Show (MIAS)-dubbed MIAS Wired-is already underway. And the first to make some important announcements is Hyundai Asia Resources (HARI).During its presentation, the Korean carmaker's official Philippine
Giving yourself the gift of four wheels this Christmas?
Looking to make your family's Christmas a little merrier with the gift of a brand-new ride? Then you might want to drop by a Hyundai showroom if you have time this December.Hyundai Philippines has special holiday offers for the
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