Hyundai Kona Electric SE 2025 vs Ford “Model T moment”

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thumb image Hyundai Kona Electric SE 2025 US$ 34,000
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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Hyundai Ford
Model Kona Electric SE 2025 Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric pickup (midsize)
Trims Kona Electric SE, Kona Electric SEL, and Kona Electric Limited TBD
Release Date November 2024 2027 (targeted)
Status Coming Soon 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed)
Made In South Korea Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
Body Type SUV Pickup with frunk + cargo bed
Vehicle Warranty 5 years/60,000 miles yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery)
Colors Atlas White, Cyber Gray, Ultimate Red) TBD

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD)
Horsepower 133 hp TBD
Torque 188 lb-ft TBD
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate)
Top Speed 104 mph TBD
Range 197 miles 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) RWD (base), AWD (optional)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Polymer LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made
Battery Capacity 48.6 kWh 50–55 kWh (estimate)
Power Consumption 120–125 MPGe combined TBD
Battery Warranty 10 years/100,000 miles 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 4 miles of range per hour TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW)
Supercharging Speed TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 100 kW TBD (~100–150 kW expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25–30 miles/hr TBD
Charging Time 7 hours 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (Combined Charging System) Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025)
Home Charging Options Wallbox + portable charger (expected)
Onboard Charger Power 7.2 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 171.1 inches TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick)
Width 71.9 inches TBD
Height 61.2 inches TBD
Wheelbase 104.7 inches TBD
Ground Clearance 6.1 inches C
Cargo Space 25.5 cu ft Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4)
Curb Weight 3,715 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Steel (covers) TBD
Wheel Size 17-inch TBD
Front Tire 215/55 R17 TBD
Rear Tire 215/55 R17 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed automatic (typical BEV)
Turning Radius 34.1 ft (10.4 m) TBD
Gear Box Direct drive Single-speed e-gearbox
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut TBD
Rear Suspension Multi-Link TBD

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected)
Navigation System Yes Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes (expected)
Climate Control No TBD
Auxiliary Auto Input No TBD
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes (confirmed)
Keyless Start Yes TBD
Keyless Entry Yes TBD
Heated Steering Wheel No TBD
Panoramic Sunroof No TBD
Apple Car Play Yes Likely supported
Android Auto Yes Likely supported
Touchscreen 10.25-inch TBD
WiFi & Hotspot No Expected
Bluetooth Yes Expected
MP3 Player Yes TBD
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System TBD
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc TBD
Rear Brakes Solid Disc TBD
Brake Assist Yes TBD
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 7 Airbags Yes
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Likely
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Likely
Multiple Cameras Rearview Camera (Standard), 360-Degree Camera (Available) Yes (rear/360 on higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes TBD
Multi-Terrain Monitor No TBD
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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