Same style, bold look5 seats
—MPG · EPA
—Safety · NHTSA
5Seats
—Recalls · NHTSA
About the Hyundai Kona
A small SUV with a fun, modern design and lots of tech. It is easy to park and comes with a long warranty. An electric version is also sold.
Light and easy. The base engine is fine in town; the turbo (N Line, Limited) is quicker. An electric version is also sold.
Tip: All-wheel drive is available on some trims. Check the trim if you need it.
Why people buy it
Bold, fun lookStands out in a parking lot.
Easy to parkSmall outside, so city driving is easy.
Lots of techBig screens and safety tech on most trims.
Long warrantyHyundai’s warranty is one of the longest when new.
Is it right for you?
✓ you drive in the city✓ you like tech and style✓ you want an SUV that’s easy to park
✕ you need a big back seat (older ones are tight)✕ you carry lots of cargo✕ you tow
Which version to get
2024–2026 trims, simplified · check at the dealer
SE · SEL · SEL adds comfort and safety features for a fair price.Best value
N Line · Limited · Turbo engine, sportier or fancier.
Electric · No gas at all. Check the range and where you’ll charge.
Buying used: which years
2024–2026All new: bigger, with much more back-seat room.
2018–2023Smaller and cheaper. Key-start models were easy to steal; ask if the free anti-theft update was done.
Questions to ask the dealer
- Is it gas, turbo or electric?
- Does it start with a key or a button? If a key, was the anti-theft update done?
- Which trim is it, exactly?
- Any open recalls, and were they fixed?
- Can I see the service records?
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Prices, payments and out-the-door totals are Carvessa estimates, not offers; check with the dealer. MPG from EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and safety stars and recalls from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-07, for 2020 and newer (older years: check nhtsa.gov/recalls with the VIN). Car photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0 (background removed).