EV motorsport
Hyundai Kona EV Rally
The New Zealand designed and built Hyundai Kona EV rally car project commenced in 2018 with the design process. Throughout 2019 the final design was put in place before construction began on this all-new car – everything on and in the car was designed with a fresh perspective and vision. The car was much more than just a new powertrain and battery. The team thought BIG!
Paddon Rallysport revealed the completed, fully functional Hyundai Kona EV rally car to the world in November 2020, showing what this passionate, dedicated, privately-owned team is capable of achieving. and take their Kiwi built project to the world to showcase the advancements of new technology.
Following months of testing and development, the Hyundai Kona EV rally car made its competition debut in the South Island town of Waimate with Hayden at the wheel. With flawless precision, Hayden piloted the Kona EV to victory on debut, winning the 4km hillclimb with his best time of one minute, 58.38 seconds.
Hyundai kona ev rally fast facts:
- Potential configuration 2, 3 or 4 motors
- Each motor peak power 220kw
- Up to 1,100nm torque
- Paddle shift gear selection – Motec controlled
- Expected weight approx 1500kg (with battery)
Electric Vehicles
Why EV?
Motorsport is about the business of going as fast as possible for an automobile, and EV technology is a new beginning for taking automotive performance to the next level.