Kona wins important US award

Hyundai's Kona has won the North American Utility vehicle of the Year 2019, writes Brian Byrne.

Available with both traditional and electric powertrains, the car faces Jaguar's I-Pace in the final shakeup as well as the Honda-owned Acura RDX which is a version of the CR-V.

The jury comprised automotive journalists from the United States and Canada. The Kona substantially outpaced both final competitors.

The car has been on sale here since 2017.

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