The Hyundai Kona made its debut in Vietnam in 2018, entering a B-segment SUV market dominated by the Ford EcoSport. Despite stiff competition, the Hyundai Kona quickly gained traction and emerged as a strong rival to the American SUV.
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In Vietnam, the Hyundai Kona is offered with two engine options: a 2.0-liter and a 1.6-liter turbo variant. Initially, the higher-priced 1.6-liter turbo variant didn’t perform as well as the more affordable and practical 2.0-liter version, which met the majority of customers’ needs.
The Hyundai Kona remains a popular choice in the used car market
Although TC Motor ceased the sales of new Hyundai Kona models in 2022, the car still maintains its popularity in the used car market. It holds its value relatively well compared to other models. Used car dealerships sell the 2019 Kona 2.0 at prices starting from just below 510 million VND, while the more powerful 1.6 turbo variant is sold at a slightly higher price of about 20 million VND.
Unlike the Ford EcoSport, the Hyundai Kona has a lower center of gravity and a larger engine displacement, resulting in strong acceleration and stability at higher speeds. The Kona is equipped with various features such as heated seats, an integrated map entertainment system, hill descent control, hill start assist, a multi-function steering wheel with 3 driving modes, and 6 airbags.
However, the interior space of the Kona is not as spacious as the Ford EcoSport. The lower height of the vehicle makes the second-row seating area somewhat tight, whereas the EcoSport offers more room. The storage compartments in the Kona are also not very spacious.
The cabin of the Kona may not have the visual appeal of newer B-segment models, but it boasts a simple layout and intuitive mechanical button placement. The pre-installed entertainment system includes Vietnamese maps, although the interface isn’t as visually attractive, as the car was developed to cater to customer preferences in 2018-2019.
With its compact design suitable for urban commuting, stylish appearance, and a variety of color options, the Hyundai Kona is a logical choice for women seeking a compact, easy-to-drive, and affordable vehicle that allows them to express their own personal style.
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