One of the EVs that I’ve been test driving of late is the Hyundai Kona Electric. It’s a charming sub-compact SUV that gets my attention largely for its affordable cost, which at an asking price of $33,000 for the base SE model, makes it one of the cheapest electric cars you can buy right now. That balloons up to $42,000 for the Kona Electric Limited trim that I’m test driving, which benefits from having more premium features and a longer range of 261 miles.
Car buyers might be tempted by the Kona Electric, but they need to be aware about the other stuff that goes into buying their first EV. I’m referring to how they’re charged at home, seeing that they might not be inclined to invest yet more money out of their pocket for a faster charger. That’s because depending on where you live, a permit may be required in order to install a Level 2 charger.
