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2022 Hyundai Kona
Crossover · 2018–2027 · Kona, Kona Electric, Kona N
Trims and features
What changed for 2022
- Starting prices: +$800 to +$2,300 (3 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: N Line
- Trim dropped: Night
- Trim dropped: SEL Plus
- Trim dropped: Ultimate
- Engine: Nu 2.0L MPI Atkinson Cycle 4-cylinder → Nu 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder (SE, SEL)
- Fuel economy (combined): 27 mpg → 30 mpg (SE, SEL)
- Touchscreen: 7 in → 8 in (SE, SEL)
- Digital gauge cluster: 3.5 in → 4.2 in (SE, SEL)
- Lane keeping: Lane Keep Assist → Lane Centering (SE, Limited, SEL)
- Automatic emergency braking: Automatic Emergency Braking → AEB with Pedestrian Detection (SE, Limited, SEL)
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Wireless (SE, SEL)
- Android Auto: Wired → Wireless (SE, SEL)
- Engine: Gamma 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder → Gamma 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder (Limited)
- Horsepower: 175 hp → 195 hp (Limited)
- Fuel economy (combined): 27 mpg → 29 mpg (Limited)
- Touchscreen: 7 in → 10.25 in (Limited)
- Digital gauge cluster: 4.2 in → 10.25 in (Limited)
- Audio: Infinity → Harman Kardon (Limited)
- Blind-spot monitoring: Blind Spot Alert → Blind Spot Intervention (Limited, SEL)
- Rear cross-traffic: Rear Cross-Traffic Alert → Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking (Limited, SEL)
- Remote start: App-Based Remote Start → App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start (Limited)
- Headlights: Bi-LED Projector → LED Reflector (Limited)
2022 Kona trims
| Limited | N Line | SE | SEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | from $28,600 | from $25,850 | from $21,300 | from $23,100 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | Gamma 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | Gamma 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | Nu 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | Nu 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 195 hp | 195 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-Speed EcoShift DCT | 7-Speed EcoShift DCT | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) with SHIFTRONIC | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) with SHIFTRONIC |
| Gears | 7 | 7 | — | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 29 mpg FWD: 32 mpg | AWD: 29 mpg FWD: 32 mpg | AWD: 30 mpg FWD: 32 mpg | AWD: 30 mpg FWD: 32 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo behind last row | 19.2 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 45.8 cu ft | 45.8 cu ft | 45.8 cu ft | 45.8 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in | 6.7 in | 6.7 in | 6.7 in |
| Length | 165.6 in | 166 in | 165.6 in | 165.6 in |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 10.25 in | 8 in + option | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 10.25 in | 10.25 in + option | 4.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Audio | Harman Kardon | Optional | — | — |
| Speakers | 8 | 6 + option | 6 | 6 |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | Qi + option | — | Optional |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Optional | — | — |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | — | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection + option | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| Parking sensors | Rear | Optional | — | — |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth + option | Cloth | Cloth |
| Heated seats | Front | Front | — | Optional |
| Ventilated seats | — | Optional | — | — |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start | — | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Optional | — | Optional |
| Wheels | 18 in | 18 in | 16 in | 17 in |
| Headlights | LED Reflector | Halogen + option | Halogen | Halogen |
Packages and options (29)
| Limited | N Line | SE | SEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Package $190 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Convenience Package $1,700 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Technology Package $2,500 | — | Optional | — | — |
| Winter Weather Package $335 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Guards (Front and Rear) $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Applique $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rack Cross Rails $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Carpeted Floor Mats $215 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| EC Mirror with HomeLink $295 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Blocks $20 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $195 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Sill Plates $180 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blue Wave | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blue Wave with Black Roof $400 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Cactus Fern | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Cyber Silver | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Cyber Silver with Black Roof $400 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Lunar White $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pulse Red | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pulse Red with Black Roof $400 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Teal Isle | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Thunder Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ultra Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gray | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
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Apple lists CarPlay for: Kona 2017–2025, Kona 2024–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | HYUNDAI KONA SUV ICE FWD | 4 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | HYUNDAI KONA SUV ICE AWD | 4 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI KONA SUV N/A AWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 9 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI KONA SUV N/A FWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 9 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 28 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 28 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Kona Electric SUV RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 4 | 52 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 4 | 52 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Kona Electric SUV RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 15 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 65 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 65 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Kona Electric SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Kona N SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 4 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 100 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 100 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Kona Electric SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 21 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Kona N SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 117 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 117 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Kona EV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 143 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 160 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 160 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Kona Electric SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 5 | 187 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 193 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 193 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Kona Electric SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 54 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 0 | 75 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 0 | 75 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Kona AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–27 |
| 2027 | Kona FWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
28–31 |
| 2026 | Kona AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 27 |
| 2026 | Kona AWD SX2 1.6T 8AT AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2026 | Kona AWD w/Stop-Start | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 28 |
| 2026 | Kona FWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
| 2026 | Kona FWD SX2 1.6T 8AT FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2026 | Kona FWD w/Stop-Start | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
| 2025 | Kona AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, with Stop-Start Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
26–28 |
| 2025 | Kona Electric (17 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 116 |
| 2025 | Kona Electric (19 inch Wheels) | Auto (A1) | 103 |
| 2025 | Kona Electric Standard Range | Auto (A1) | 118 |
| 2025 | Kona FWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, with Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
28–31 |
| 2024 | Kona AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
26–28 |
| 2024 | Kona Electric Long Range | Auto (A1) | 116 |
| 2024 | Kona Electric Standard Range | Auto (A1) | 118 |
| 2024 | Kona FWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
28–31 |
| 2023 | Kona AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
29–30 |
| 2023 | Kona Electric | Auto (A1) | 120 |
| 2023 | Kona FWD | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
32 |
| 2023 | Kona N | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | Kona AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
29–30 |
| 2022 | Kona Electric | Auto (A1) | 120 |
| 2022 | Kona FWD | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
32 |
| 2022 | Kona N | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2021 | Kona AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27 |
| 2021 | Kona Electric | Auto (A1) | 120 |
| 2021 | Kona FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
30 |
| 2020 | Kona AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
27–28 |
| 2020 | Kona Electric | Auto (A1) | 120 |
| 2020 | Kona FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
30 |
| 2019 | Kona AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27 |
| 2019 | Kona Electric | Auto (A1) | 120 |
| 2019 | Kona FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
30 |
| 2018 | Kona AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27 |
| 2018 | Kona FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
30 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.