LIVING WITH HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC EV

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John Cadogan, known for his pragmatic and skeptical approach to EVs, spent three months with the Hyundai Kona Electric. He highlights its impressive real-world range of approximately 450 km on a full charge, attributing this to its 64 kWh battery with active liquid cooling and an eight-year warranty. Cadogan praises the regenerative braking system, noting its effectiveness in reducing reliance on conventional brakes and extending range. He contrasts the Kona Electric's charging capabilities with the much slower "trickle charger" included, emphasizing the significant time savings offered by an upgraded 7.2 kW charger, which allows for overnight full recharges. While acknowledging the higher initial cost of EVs, Cadogan argues that the Kona Electric offers tangible benefits in terms of cleaner city air and energy security, making it a rational choice for consumers, even if it doesn't single-handedly save the planet. He also commends the vehicle's rapid acceleration, comparing it favorably to performance gasoline cars.