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Hyundai Kona Hatchback 1.6T Ultimate 5dr DCT [Lux Pack]

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO INJECTION
Transmission	Auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1598
Trim	Ultimate [Lux Pack]
Price	£35,015
Engine Power - BHP	198
Acceleration	7.8
Top Speed	130 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	44.1
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	150
Length	4350 mm
Width	1825 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	466 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1360 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" touchscreen centre console display satellite navigation with bluelink, live services and mapcare
Blind spot collision avoidance assist
Blind spot view monitor
Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition
Digital clock
Driver status monitor (DSM)
Driver supervision instrument cluster with 12.3" LCD display
eCall emergency call system
Feature on demand - Enabled
Forward collision avoidance assist (FCA 1.5) - Car,pededstrian,cycle and junction turning
Front parking sensor
HDA - Highway Drive Assist Level 1.5
Height adjustable power tailgate
Intelligent speed limit assist
Lane follow assist
Lane keep assist
Leading vehicle departure alert (LVDA)
Parking Collision Avoidance Assist-Reverse (PCA-R)
Parking distance warning - side
Parking system with rear camera and guidance system
PAS
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance (RCCA)
Rear parking sensor
Roadside assistance
Safe exit warning (SEW)
Smart cruise control with stop and go functionality
Surround view monitor
Windscreen washer fluid sensor and warning indicator
Wireless phone charging pad
Wireless Smartphone Integration includes Apple CarPlay and Android auto

Entertainment

2 front USB C and 2 rear USB C charging points
Bose Premium Audio system with 7 premium speakers + subwoofer
DAB Digital radio
Steering wheel audio,phone and cruise controls

Exterior Features

Auto dimming rear view mirror
Automatic headlights with dusk sensor
Automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor
Black painted wheel arch inserts
Body colour bumpers
Body colour exterior door handles
Body coloured door mirrors
Door mirror LED indicator lights
Electric front windows with anti-trap mechanism and one touch control
Electric rear windows
Electric sunroof
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Horizon centre LED DRL
LED projector headlights
LED upper and lower rear lights
Power folding door mirrors
Privacy glass - Rear windows and tailgate
Rear roof spoiler with integrated LED brake light
Rear side wing doors
Rear skid plate - silver
Rear wiper
Roof rails
Solar glass with front door glass and windscreen
Tinted glass in front and rear doors
Windscreen auto defog function

Interior Features

12V power outlet in front console
2 zone climate control
3 seat bench in 2nd row
40/20/40 split folding rear seat
Adjustable head restraints
Ambient lighting
Driver and front passenger premium relaxation seats
Driver and passenger front seat pockets
Driver seat memory function
Driver's seat electric adjustments
Driver's seat lumbar support
Driver/passenger sunvisors and illuminated vanity mirrors
Floor mats
Front passenger's seat electric adjustments
Heated front seats
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel
Height/reach adjustable steering column
Isofix rear child seat fastenings
Leather upholstery
Leather wrapped steering wheel
LED centre interior light
LED front interior light
Luggage compartment LED lighting
Luggage net
Luggage shelf
Metal paint effect interior door handles
Parcel shelf
Rear centre armrest with cupholders
Rear centre console with air vents
Shift by wire SBW
Single front passenger seat
Ventilated front seats
Vertical adjustment rear head restraints

Packs

Trailer wiring package - Kona

Passive Safety

Airbag - front,front side,curtain and centre front airbag
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Childproof rear door locks
Downhill brake control
EBD + Brake Assist
Electric parking brake
Electronic stability control
Fasten seatbelt reminder
Fixed 3 point for second row centre passenger seatbelt
Front seatbelt pretensioners
Height adjustable front seatbelts
Hill start assist control (HAC)
Passenger airbag deactivate switch
Rear seat alert
Traction control
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Alarm/immobiliser
Deadlocks
Digital key
Folding key
Locking wheel nuts
Rear occupant alert
Remote central locking
Smart key with keyless entry and start/stop button

Service/Warranty

Five year annual vehicle health checks

Wheels

18" Alloy wheels
Temporary mobility kit (TMK)

Emissions - ICE

Standard Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	150

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1598
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	75.6
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	89
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	7 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	44.1
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	43.5
WLTP - MPG - High	52.3
WLTP - MPG - Low	33.6
WLTP - MPG - Medium	44.8

General

Generation Mark	2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	28A
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	5
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	80
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	83
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	4
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	64
NCAP Safety Assist %	60
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	5
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	7.8
Engine Power - BHP	198
Engine Power - RPM	6000
Engine Torque - NM	265
Engine Torque - RPM	1600
Top Speed	130 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	215/55 R18
Tyre Size Rear	215/55 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1585 mm
Length	4350 mm
Wheelbase	2660 mm
Width	1825 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2100 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	47
Gross Vehicle Weight	1915 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1300 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	466 l
Max. Loading Weight	555 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1300
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	600
Minimum Kerbweight	1360 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	10.6 m

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