Leatherhead, March 14th 2024 – The all-new Hyundai KONA has been named Best Compact SUV at the prestigious Fleet News Awards 2024.
The judges, all experts drawn from across the fleet sector, assessed the entrants against a range of criteria including reliability, driver appeal, running costs, CO2 emissions, engine line-up, and manufacturer support.
The all-new KONA was voted the clear winner, with the judges concluding that: “With a range of powertrain options, including an impressive long-range full electric model, the Kona meets the needs of any company car driver – from job need to user-chooser to salary sacrifice. Reliable with a modern design and supported by an excellent dealer network, the Kona ticks all the fleet boxes at the right price point.”
The urban-centric SUV is distinguished by its bold styling, driver-centric interior, advanced technologies, and dynamic road presence. The line-up of refined, efficient powertrains includes an entry-level 120PS 1.0-litre petrol, a 1.6-litre petrol hybrid offering CO2 emissions from just 106g/km, and an all-electric variant with a range of up to 319 miles (WLTP).
Tim White, Head of Fleet, Hyundai Motor UK said, “The first-generation KONA set new standards in the B-SUV segment, and with the all-new KONA we’ve built on that success to create a vehicle even better suited to our fleet and business customers. The stylish design, spacious cabin, and choice of highly efficient petrol, hybrid, and electric models ensure we cater to every user’s requirement, while our world-class quality, five-year, unlimited mileage warranty, and outstanding Retailer network deliver real peace-of-mind. This award truly reflects what makes KONA such a compelling choice in this key market.”
The Fleet News Best Compact SUV award is the latest accolade for the all-new KONA, which since reveal has been named Company Car and Van Awards Medium Car of the Year, Carbuyer Best Small Family Car, and Auto Express Car of the Year, Best Company Car, and Best Small SUV.
