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Hyundai Kona 1.6 Turbo

OS Facelift · launched Jul 30 2021 · SUV · CBU

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Hyundai Kona 1.6 Turbo is the mid-spec of 8 Kona variants, priced at RM146,888.

Hyundai Kona 1.6 Turbo

Colours — exterior

  • Dark Knight Metallic
  • Dive In Jeju Solid
  • Ignite Red Solid
  • Misty Jungle Metallic
  • Surfy Blue Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black seats
  • Black dash
  • Light Beige with Red Piping seats

How this variant compares

2.0 Active is RM10,000 cheaper. Stepping up to the 1.6 Turbo adds Auto Start/Stop.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing and Duration
Capacity
1,591 cc
Horsepower
195 hp at 6,000 rpm
Torque
265 Nm at 1,800 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
77 mm × 85.4 mm
Compression Ratio
10

Drivetrain

Transmission
Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry)
Transmission Name
7-speed Dual Clutch
Gears
7
Transmission Manufacturer
Hyundai
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
7.7 seconds
Rated Economy
6.9 L/100 km
Top Speed
218 km/h
Co2
156 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,205 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,565 mm
Wheelbase
2,600 mm
Weight
1,370 kg
Fuel Tank
50 litres
Doors
5
Seats
5
Boot Space
361 litres
Front Tyre
235/45R18
Rear Tyre
235/45R18
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Factory Tyres
Continental PremiumContact 6

Chassis

Assembly
Korea (CBU)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Wheels
18" Two-tone Alloy
Rear Wheels
18" Two-tone Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Safety

Airbags
6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Alarm
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Airbag Disable Function
✓
Child Safety Lock
Manual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts
5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
✓
ISOFIX
Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking System
Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (8 km/h to 160 km/h)
Lane-keeping Assist
Steering Correction
Collision Warning
✓
Seatbelt Reminder
All Seats

Lighting

Headlamps
LED Reflector
Taillamps
LED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat
Rear Seats
60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-con
Single-zone Automatic Climate Control
Power Sockets
1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB
Interior Lighting
Map Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio
8" Infotainment Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto and 6 Speaker

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch
Engine Start
Keyless Push Button with Remote Start
Locks
Keyless Operation
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓
Parking Brake
Electronic

Driving aids

Auto Start/Stop
✓
Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go
Tiptronic
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓
Head-up Display
✓
Instrument Cluster
Full LCD Monitor
Convenience Notes
Traction Control Mode (Snow, Mud, Sand), Qi Wireless Charger, Auto-dimming Rear-view Mirror

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
300,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years

1.6 Turbo FAQ

How much is the Hyundai Kona 1.6 Turbo in Malaysia?

The Hyundai Kona 1.6 Turbo was priced at RM146,888 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

What is the difference between the 1.6 Turbo and the 2.0 Active?

The 1.6 Turbo costs RM10,000 more than the 2.0 Active and adds Auto Start/Stop.

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