Hyundai Kona
2022–2023 model years · Generation introduced 2018
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- Available years
- 2022–2023
- Yearly records
- 2
- Reported market values
- $15,175–$17,263
The overview
The Hyundai Kona is playful and inexpensive, making it one of the more appealing subcompact SUVs. The base 2.0-liter engine is adequate around town, but it can feel sluggish under hard acceleration. We recorded 26 mpg overall with this engine in our AWD model, typical for the class. The uplevel 1.6-liter turbo is stronger, but its power delivery is not as smooth or predictable. Nimble handling makes the Kona feel very responsive in corners. The ride, however, is stiff and the cabin gets loud because of road and engine noise. A power driver seat with lumbar support adjustment comes in an option package, rare in the segment. The controls are very easy to use. Forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking are available. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility is standard. An all-electric version is new for 2019. The Kona electric is as good as the conventional version. Its 201-hp electric motor makes the car quick, with smooth and quiet acceleration. Its range is a robust 258 miles. It takes 9 hours to charge the 64-kilowatt-hour battery from empty on a 240-volt connector. The high performance N, powered by a 280-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo engine mated to an eight-speed dual clutch automatic, is new for 2022. Styling is also refreshed. Other 2022 updates include pedestrian detection added to the FCW and AEB system.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 ↗ SEL 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (147 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $17,263 | 4/5 | 3/5 | 30 MPG |
| 2022 ↗ SEL 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (147 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $15,175 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 30 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2023 model
SEL 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (147 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Conventional · Used
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Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Subcompact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $17,263
- Retail value range
- $14,700 - $21,175
- Original MSRP range
- $22,140 - $34,950
- Trade-in range
- $12,130 - $19,650
Ratings
- Road test score
- 72/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 49%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 28 MPG
- EPA highway
- 33 MPG
- EPA combined
- 30 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 34 MPG
- Tested overall
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,860
- Cruising range
- 340 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 11.1 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 129 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 56 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 164 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 61 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 3,145 lb
- Maximum load
- 860 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Cargo volume
- 22.5 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 3/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 24946 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2022 model
SEL 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (147 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2022 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Subcompact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $15,175
- Retail value range
- $13,275 - $17,425
- Original MSRP range
- $21,300 - $42,500
- Trade-in range
- $10,590 - $15,640
Ratings
- Road test score
- 72/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 51%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 28 MPG
- EPA highway
- 33 MPG
- EPA combined
- 30 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 34 MPG
- Tested overall
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,860
- Cruising range
- 340 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 11.1 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 129 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 56 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 164 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 61 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 3,145 lb
- Maximum load
- 860 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Cargo volume
- 22.5 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 3/5
- Styling
- 3/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 21744 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
