| Battery & Range | - 39.2 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery
- Claimed range up to 305 km on single charge
| - 58.9 kWh CATL LFP battery, FWD-only Nepal EV variant
- Claimed WLTP range up to 400–402 km
- Distributor and media also quote 461 km claimed range
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - Electric motor output 134 hp
- Motor torque 395 Nm
- Front-wheel-drive configuration
| - 155 kW Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor, 288 Nm torque, FWD
- Front-wheel-drive layout only for Nepal EV model
- Top speed 174 km/h; 0–100 km/h in 7.7 s
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Ground clearance 160 mm for Kona EV (evnewsnepal.com brand page)[5]
- Wheelbase figure not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
| - Wheelbase 2620 mm
- Ground clearance 185 mm
- Multi-link rear suspension setup
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| Dimensions | - Overall dimensions not disclosed officially for Nepal (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Kerb weight previously reported as 1,535 kg (ktm2day.com, earlier spec)[10]
| - Length 4380 mm, width 1860 mm, height 1650 mm
- Kerb weight 1765 kg
- 5-seater compact/mid-size electric SUV body style
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| Cargo | - Boot capacity Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Rear seats split-fold to expand cargo
| - Boot space 480 L; expands to 1180 L with seats folded
- Spare tyre included in Nepal-spec car
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| Comfort & Interior | - 5-seater compact SUV cabin
- Automatic climate control standard
- Leatherette upholstery on higher trims only
- Driver seat height adjustment available
| - Premium electric SUV positioned for comfort and luxury
- Panoramic moonroof offered on Nepal-spec J5
- 5-seat cabin with practical SUV layout
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Touchscreen infotainment with smartphone connectivity
- Cruise control available
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Rear parking sensors with camera
| - Modern premium EV SUV; infotainment not fully detailed publicly
- Likely large central touchscreen and connected features
- Convenience features highlighted as part of premium positioning
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| Safety | - ABS with EBD standard
- Multiple airbags offered
- Electronic stability control available
- Hill assist control included
| - Equipped with 6 airbags
- Premium SUV positioning implies advanced safety suite
- Ground clearance and suspension tuned for Nepal terrain stability
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| Design & Exterior | - Closed grille EV-specific front design
- LED daytime running lights
- Alloy wheels standard
- Roof rails enhance SUV styling
| - Compact crossover SUV with outdoors-oriented styling
- Alpine Green, Canyon Black, Glacier Blue, Snowy White, Zircon Gray colours
- High 185 mm clearance and rugged stance for light off-road
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| Sales & Imports | - GL variant priced at Rs 59,96,000 on-road
- Over 1,000 Kona EV units sold in Nepal since 2019
- Distributed nationwide by Laxmi Intercontinental
| - Officially launched at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025
- MRP set at NPR 60.99 Lakhs for Nepal
- Introductory NAIMA Expo booking price NPR 56.99 Lakhs
- J5 available only as all-electric FWD variant in Nepal
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Positioned as proven, reliable mid-range EV
- Considered good value versus newer rivals
| - Priced to undercut many premium electric SUVs in Nepal
- Offer price 56.99 Lakhs improves value significantly
- Positioned as performance-luxury EV with off-road capability
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| Pros | - Strong torque for city and hill driving
- Established reliability record in Nepal
- Hyundai service network coverage is wide
| - Strong 155 kW motor with 288 Nm torque for performance
- Competitive claimed range 400–461 km for Nepal conditions
- High 185 mm ground clearance suitable for Nepali roads
- Panoramic moonroof and premium SUV features at this price
- Large 480 L boot, expandable to 1180 L
- Attractive introductory discount of NPR 4 lakhs
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| Cons | - Range lower than latest long-range rivals
- Design starting to feel dated versus new EVs
- Ground clearance figure not clearly specified
| - Only single FWD variant; no AWD option in Nepal
- Infotainment and ADAS feature list not fully disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Conflicting claimed range figures (400 vs 461 km) may confuse buyers
- Limited long-term real-world data due to recent launch
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