"The Hyundai Kona EV is sticking around for the 2026 model year, but only just. Hyundai has gutted the entry-level EV's lineup to just one rather unimpressive trim. In the face of increasing competition from Nissan and General Motors, along with import tariffs, the Kona EV isn't looking as attractive as it used to."
"The base Kona EV SE also comes with the least powerful electric motor available, which makes 133 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque. Previously, the Kona EV was available in SE, SEL, N Line and Limited trims, with an additional Long Range battery that packed 64.8 kWh of energy and enabled 261 miles of EPA-rated range. The models that got the larger battery also came with a more powerful, 201 hp motor, but the 10-80% charging time was the same, at 43 minutes."
Hyundai trims the 2026 Kona Electric lineup to a single SE trim offered only with the Standard Range 48.6 kWh battery, yielding an EPA-rated 200 miles of range. Maximum DC fast-charging power is 100 kilowatts and the 269-volt battery results in a 43-minute 10–80% charging time. The lone SE uses the least powerful motor at 133 horsepower and 188 lb-ft of torque. Previously available SE, SEL, N Line and Limited trims included a 64.8 kWh Long Range battery and a 201 hp motor with 261 miles EPA range. Hyundai calls the model a carry-over, adds a larger console tray, and makes V2L functionality standard with a separate adapter.
Read at insideevs.com
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