Hyundai has announced that its first ever compact SUV will have support for both CarPlay and Android Auto. The Kona is described as ‘an urban SUV for active lifestyles’ and is what’s known as a B-segment vehicle …
B-segment cars used to be the smallest model in a manufacturer’s line-up before the emergence of smaller A-segment ‘city cars.’ They are intended to remain compact enough for convenient city driving and parking while having enough space for passengers and luggage.
Hyundai says that a CarPlay-compatible infotainment system will, however, be an option in some markets.
Hyundai was one of the first car manufacturers to announce support for CarPlay, though it took the company a while to make good on the promise. It last year promised that most 2017 models would have CarPlay support, and offered a software update for some older models.
Manufacturers continue to announce new models with CarPlay support, Honda’s all-electric Clarity the most recent model to be confirmed. There are now a wide variety of aftermarket units available for older cars, starting in the $3-400 range.
