2026 Hyundai Kona

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2026 Hyundai
KONA

2026 Hyundai Kona Hero

The Kona’s combination of value and style has made it a winner in the subcompact crossover segment. This popular model named for the Hawaiian locale famous for its coffee has a streamlined lineup for the 2026 model year. Of the trims offered in 2025, only the base SE and top-of-the-line Limited remain. They’re joined by the new SEL Sport and SEL Premium, which replace the SEL, SEL Convenience, N Line S, and N Line.


The SEL Sport incorporates elements from several of the discontinued trims, retaining the base powertrain and mixing in some desirable amenities. The SEL Premium gets the same turbocharged engine and 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters as the former N Line trims, but with a more subdued styling. General safety has also been updated, with the expansion of forward collision-avoidance assist with direct oncoming pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection to all trims.


How we describe this model: compact, fuel-efficient, full of character


Shop this vehicle against: Honda HR-V, Subaru Crosstrek, Chevrolet Trax, Nissan Rogue


KONA Highlights

  • ample standard equipment at affordable MSRP
  • class-leading warranty coverage
  • 3 years/36,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance
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KONA Powertrain

  • SE and SEL Sport powertrain: 2-liter Atkinson four-cylinder engine (147 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque) with intelligent variable transmission (IVT)
  • SEL Premium and Limited powertrain: turbocharged four-cylinder engine (190 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque) with 8-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters
  • all trims: standard front-wheel drivetrain (FWD), optional HTRAC all-wheel-drive (AWD)
  • MacPherson front struts and coil springs; rear torsion beam on FWD version and independent multi-link rear suspension on AWD version
  • estimated fuel economy:
    • SE: 29 mpg city/34 mpg highway with FWD, 27 mpg city/29 mpg highway with AWD
    • SEL Sport: 28 mpg city/35 mpg highway with FWD, 26 mpg city/29 mpg highway with AWD
    • SEL Premium and Limited: 26 mpg city/31 mpg highway with FWD, 25 mpg city/28 mpg highway with AWD
  • FWD ground clearance: 6.7 inches
  • AWD ground clearance: 8.1 inches

SE Interior

Cloth seating surfaces, manually adjustable front seats, 4.2-inch digital gauge display, single-zone air conditioning, proximity key with push-button start, four USB ports (two front, two rear), 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with two-stage reclining, 12-volt outlet

SE Exterior

LED projection combination headlights with automatic on/off, LED daytime running lights, roof-mounted LED stop light, LED combination taillights, active grille shutters, integrated roof spoiler, 17-inch alloy wheels

SE Safety

SmartSense driver-assist technology suite (blind-spot collision-avoidance warning, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, lane following assist, lane keeping assist, driver attention warning, safe exit warning, high beam assist, rear occupant alert, and forward collision-avoidance assist with direct oncoming pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection), Smart Cruise Control with stop-and-go, rearview monitor with parking guidance

SE Infotainment

12.3-inch touchscreen, unbranded sound unit with six speakers, wireless smartphone connectivity (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), SiriusXM satellite radio, HD Radio, Bluetooth hands-free and wireless audio streaming, Hyundai Bluelink+ Connected Car System’s Basic Package

SE Major Options

HTRAC AWD

SEL Sport

Contents of SE plus:

  • heated front seats
  • leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • dual-zone automatic temperature control with auto defog and second-row air vents
  • wireless smartphone charging
  • heated side-view mirrors with integrated LED turn-signal indicators
  • LED cabin lighting
  • 18-inch alloy wheels with a black finish
  • eligible for AWD

SEL Premium

Contents of SEL Sport plus:

  • H-Tex leatherette upholstery
  • eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
  • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
  • ambient interior lighting
  • 19-inch alloy wheels with N Line design
  • eligible for AWD

Limited

Contents of SEL Premium plus:

  • heated and ventilated front seats
  • power-tilt/slide sunroof with sunshade
  • hands-free power liftgate with automatic open
  • auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Hyundai Digital Key 2
  • navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with curve control
  • Remote Smart Parking Assist
  • 360-degree surround view monitor
  • blind-spot view monitor, highway driving assist
  • rear, front, and side parking distance warning with contour warning
  • onboard navigation
  • dynamic voice recognition
  • Wi-Fi hotspot
  • 8-speaker Bose audio
  • 19-inch alloy wheels
  • Bluelink+’s Advanced Package with remote capability and guidance
  • eligible for AWD

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