Things to know when picking up our Kona Electric

apu said:
Curious did you get a top foam tray on your 2020?
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I got two foam trays - a flat one just below the cargo area floor with a bunch of cutouts and nothing in them, and below that a deeper foam tray with the tire pump and charge cord. Since they are foam, I assume they are intended for shipping and discarding, but I'm hoping they last.

I chose a vehicle with the "cargo tray" add-on because I thought it would be like the cargo organizer on the Leaf, but it's just a two-sided mat. Should have gotten the mud flaps - but as parts they are half the price of the factory option and seem easy to install.
 
Toolworker said:
I got two foam trays - a flat one just below the cargo area floor with a bunch of cutouts and nothing in them, and below that a deeper foam tray with the tire pump and charge cord. Since they are foam, I assume they are intended for shipping and discarding, but I'm hoping they last.

I chose a vehicle with the "cargo tray" add-on because I thought it would be like the cargo organizer on the Leaf, but it's just a two-sided mat. Should have gotten the mud flaps - but as parts they are half the price of the factory option and seem easy to install.
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Ah, it just might be a Canadian thing omitting the 2nd tier foam tray on the 2020. I am also definitely getting the mud flaps despite their ridiculous dealer pricing here in Canada for a few pieces of small plastic. More reasonable price in the US but shipping them up to here seems to mitigate any savings. Looks like a very easy install 2 screws and plastic retainer.
 
apu said:
Ah, it just might be a Canadian thing omitting the 2nd tier foam tray on the 2020. I am also definitely getting the mud flaps despite their ridiculous dealer pricing here in Canada for a few pieces of small plastic. More reasonable price in the US but shipping them up to here seems to mitigate any savings. Looks like a very easy install 2 screws and plastic retainer.
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Mud flaps came on my 2019 Kona. They are so tiny they are essentially worthless!
 
Ronny said:
Mud flaps came on my 2019 Kona. They are so tiny they are essentially worthless!
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I would tend to agree but it seems just that tiny bit of plastic especially on the fronts helps alot with snow debris. Snow and debris tends to collect on the plastic vs the immediate lower rocker. A paint protective film on the lower six inches of your doors would probably go along way as well.
 
apu said:
Curious did you get a top foam tray on your 2020? As I did not on mine just the bottom foam tray. Not that it really matters as I tossed the bottom tray to make room for a spare tire, jack, etc.
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Got a spare one in the extra bedroom if you need :D
 
apu said:
Curious did you get a top foam tray on your 2020? As I did not on mine just the bottom foam tray. Not that it really matters as I tossed the bottom tray to make room for a spare tire, jack, etc.
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Room for a SPARE TIRE ?? Really? Can you share a Pic as to what that looks like?
 
Tim94549 said:
Room for a SPARE TIRE ?? Really? Can you share a Pic as to what that looks like?
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A donut spare will fit proud of the lower well but you will have to loose both styrofoam trays for it to fit. I keep my jack and level 1 EVSE below the tire otherwise.

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Tim94549 said:
Interesting .. Nice idea. Do you have the rear Seats down to accommodate the tire?
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No, every thing fits within the well space with cargo cover sitting flush with no loss in cargo space or accommodation or change in the seating position.
 
Looks like we will be picking up a Kona ev ultimate in a couple weeks. Wife got impatient and found a ultimate available in Coquitlam. Unfortunately I got vetoed on going with the preferred over the ultimate. She drives the car 90% of the time so I gave her veto power. It was my own fault.

Anyways, anything I should look out for when we pick it up? Anything to prepare ahead of time?

Any tips on our first road trip which will be Coquitlam to Kelowna to get back home? We got the dealer to install winter tires for us.

Also really surprising at the price difference for ultimates at different dealerships. The dealership in Chilliwack is marking theirs up $2,500. Plus $500 finance fee and $599 documentation fee.
 
You might have the dealer make sure the headlights are properly adjusted. A number of owners, myself included, have had others flash at them thinking the high beams are on when they are not. Seems like the factory either doesn't adjust them or tends to adjust them to high. if you have long drive home make sure the dealer charges the car before you get there.
 
Llorgon said:
Looks like we will be picking up a Kona ev ultimate in a couple weeks. Wife got impatient and found a ultimate available in Coquitlam. Unfortunately I got vetoed on going with the preferred over the ultimate. She drives the car 90% of the time so I gave her veto power. It was my own fault.

Anyways, anything I should look out for when we pick it up? Anything to prepare ahead of time?

Any tips on our first road trip which will be Coquitlam to Kelowna to get back home? We got the dealer to install winter tires for us.

Also really surprising at the price difference for ultimates at different dealerships. The dealership in Chilliwack is marking theirs up $2,500. Plus $500 finance fee and $599 documentation fee.
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Good info on this thread:
https://insideevsforum.com/community/index.php?threads/picking-up-new-kona-ev-things-to-check.8022/
Congratulations and enjoy .:)
 
R P said:
Use this site for charging locations.
https://www.plugshare.com/
Pretty easy trip back for you. Probably want to charge at Hope, Merritt, Loon Lake Rest Area, and then on to Kelowna.
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I'll take a look at plugshare.
Will I actually need to charge and stop all those times?

Going to take some getting used to. I'm normally a stop as little as possible kind of person.

Fastnf said:
You might have the dealer make sure the headlights are properly adjusted. A number of owners, myself included, have had others flash at them thinking the high beams are on when they are not. Seems like the factory either doesn't adjust them or tends to adjust them to high. if you have long drive home make sure the dealer charges the car before you get there.
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Car fully charged. Wouldn't think you would have to specify that, but I probably will have to. Good suggestion!

How would I tell if the headlights are adjusted correctly while at the dealership?

electriceddy said:
Good info on this thread:
https://insideevsforum.com/community/index.php?threads/picking-up-new-kona-ev-things-to-check.8022/
Congratulations and enjoy .:)
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Thanks! I guess I should have done a search before posting. My bad!
 
Llorgon said:
How would I tell if the headlights are adjusted correctly while at the dealership?
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You cant tell by looking at the headlights. There is a standard height on the wall on level ground at a standard distance from the wall. The dealer will know this and should be able to fairly easily check and adjust it. I would assume thy have a setup on their wall where they do their adjustments. I would just ask them to check and verify the height. It just takes a screw diver to adjust it up or down. There are threads that describe the procedure here if you want more info.

Llorgon said:
Will I actually need to charge and stop all those times?
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It looks like it a 231 mile trip on plug share with 5600 feet of climbing If it cold you will need one stop on a full charge. Cold reduces the range as does climbing. If you use the trip planer on plug share on a computer (not the app) it will show you the elevation changes. If it were me I would stop for a fast charge before the start of the major portion of climbing. Looks like there are plenty of charging options though. I live at 4000ft so I plan on about 10 mile loss of range for every 1000 feet of climbing. That's -56 miles for your climb though you'll get some of it back on the downhill side. Starting with 258 mile range that reduces you to a 202 mile range cold could take another 50 mile off. I would plan on a charge somewhere around 100-125 miles. Maybe someone in the area could give you a better idea of range in the winter.
 
Fastnf said:
You cant tell by looking at the headlights. There is a standard height on the wall on level ground at a standard distance from the wall. The dealer will know this and should be able to fairly easily check and adjust it. I would assume thy have a setup on their wall where they do their adjustments. I would just ask them to check and verify the height. It just takes a screw diver to adjust it up or down. There are threads that describe the procedure here if you want more info.



It looks like it a 231 mile trip on plug share with 5600 feet of climbing If it cold you will need one stop on a full charge. Cold reduces the range as does climbing. If you use the trip planer on plug share on a computer (not the app) it will show you the elevation changes. If it were me I would stop for a fast charge before the start of the major portion of climbing. Looks like there are plenty of charging options though. I live at 4000ft so I plan on about 10 mile loss of range for every 1000 feet of climbing. That's -56 miles for your climb though you'll get some of it back on the downhill side. Starting with 258 mile range that reduces you to a 202 mile range cold could take another 50 mile off. I would plan on a charge somewhere around 100-125 miles. Maybe someone in the area could give you a better idea of range in the winter.
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Ok good to know about the headlights I wi be sure to ask them about that.

Ya the road is high mountain pass with 120km speed limits. It will probably be a few degrees below zero or not too much above. We usually stop at hope and sometimes Merritt. I might just make all the stops just to play it safe until I know the car better and it's range with my driving style.
 
Llorgon said:
Ok good to know about the headlights I wi be sure to ask them about that.

Ya the road is high mountain pass with 120km speed limits. It will probably be a few degrees below zero or not too much above. We usually stop at hope and sometimes Merritt. I might just make all the stops just to play it safe until I know the car better and it's range with my driving style.
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I usually plan a back up charge location about 30 miles early, then when I get to that point I check the range if it is good I will continue on but if not I will stop early. Probably not a bad idea on you first run to have a couple of extra stops till your used to the cars range.
 
Llorgon said:
I'll take a look at plugshare.
Will I actually need to charge and stop all those times?

Going to take some getting used to. I'm normally a stop as little as possible kind of person.
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A fresh Ultimate owner myself, I would plan on starting out at 100% and then taking on some juice in Merrit. Not a full charge, just an hours worth or so, maybe to 60%. I would go PetroCan. Probably not free anymore but that's the way it goes :)
Too many stops defeat the capability of the Kona and I would think charging a near full battery takes extra time and is unnecessary. Just my own opinion and how I plan to drive. Went to Hope for brunch the other day, just for the h... of it. had 100kms+ left after 275km.
Now, if you have range anxiety, disregard what I said and pack for a long trip :)

After some extra thinking... Since this is your maiden drive I suggest you grab a cup of coffee at Hope while making sure DCFC actually works. You'll be at about 70% so taking it up to 80% shouldn't take too long and will confirm all ok and if not you'll have enough juice to divert back to dealership. Just a thought :)
 
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Llorgon said:
I'll take a look at plugshare.
Will I actually need to charge and stop all those times?
Going to take some getting used to. I'm normally a stop as little as possible kind of person.
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No, but it gives you lots of options. Depending on your timing, can plan your stops with a bite and rest room break as desired. Don't want to let it run down too low, in case the next planned stop might not be working, or super busy (happens). Short charges to 80% are better anyway, as the car really ramps down the charging rate after that.
 
R P said:
No, but it gives you lots of options. Depending on your timing, can plan your stops with a bite and rest room break as desired. Don't want to let it run down too low, in case the next planned stop might not be working, or super busy (happens). Short charges to 80% are better anyway, as the car really ramps down the charging rate after that.
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If nothing else, the first time charging will be just getting used to how it all works. Then you will gradually get a feel for how accurate the GOM is for your style of driving, and you will get used to planning a trip and finding charging stations.

Since you got the Ultimate, you should have the satnav - you can use that in part to plan a trip, and I believe it takes into account elevation changes when it calculates how far you can go before you need a charge. I hear that some number of chargers in BC don't show up in the satnav - that's another thing to be aware of. You can check out abetterrouteplanner ahead of time to see what it suggests for a route and charging stops.
 
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