2026 Hyundai Kona: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-05-26
    Quick Answer

    The Hyundai Kona is a subcompact crossover, redesigned for 2024 with a longer wheelbase, more cargo room, and a wider tech footprint than the previous generation. The base 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated four makes about 147 horsepower through an intelligent variable transmission (IVT) — the value pick on SE and SEL. Upper N Line and Limited trims get a 1.6-liter turbo making roughly 190 horsepower paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch. Front-wheel drive is standard, HTRAC all-wheel drive is optional, and twin 12.3-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the SmartSense ADAS suite are standard. Backed by Hyundai's 5-year/60,000-mile and 10-year/100,000-mile warranties.

    Hyundai Kona Gallery5 photos

    2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Sport in Ultimate Red Metallic
    SEL SportUltimate Red Metallic
    2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Premium in Abyss Black Pearl
    SEL PremiumAbyss Black Pearl
    2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Premium in Cyber Gray Metallic
    SEL PremiumCyber Gray Metallic
    2026 Hyundai Kona Limited in Ultimate Red Metallic
    LimitedUltimate Red Metallic
    2026 Hyundai Kona Limited in Ultimate Red Metallic
    LimitedUltimate Red Metallic

    Highlights of the 2026 Hyundai Kona

    7 highlights
    • Two gas powertrains: 2.0L NA four (~147 hp / IVT) on SE and SEL, and a 1.6L turbo (~190 hp / 8DCT) on N Line and Limited.
    • Front-wheel drive standard, with optional HTRAC all-wheel drive on every trim — useful for Kentucky winters.
    • Trim ladder runs SE, SEL, N Line, and Limited (Kona N performance and Kona Electric are separate vehicles, not covered here).
    • Twin 12.3-inch curved displays standard on every trim — unusual at this price point in the subcompact segment.
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard, plus standard Hyundai Bluelink connected services.
    • Hyundai SmartSense ADAS suite standard on every trim — automatic emergency braking, lane keeping, blind-spot, and adaptive cruise.
    • Backed by Hyundai's 5-year/60,000-mile new-vehicle warranty and the industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Swope Hyundai

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Hyundai Kona for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim3 trims · 8 in stockSEL Sport1 in stockSEL Premium5 in stockLimited2 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$29,924$31,124$34,184
    Top price$29,924$31,824$35,484
    Powertrain
    Drivetrain4WD4WD4WD / FWD
    Fuel optionsGasolineGasolineGasoline
    Engine4 Cyl, 2.0L4 Cyl, 1.6L4 Cyl, 1.6L
    MPG (city / hwy)26 / 2925 / 2825–26 / 28–31
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Adaptive cruise control
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Blind-spot & rear cross-traffic alert
    Blind-spot view monitor——
    Driver attention monitor
    Forward collision-avoidance
    Highway driving assist—
    Pedestrian & cyclist detection——
    Rear occupant alert—
    Safe exit assist—
    Surround-view 360° camera——
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    Bluelink+ connected services
    Built-in navigation——
    In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot——
    Premium audio (Bose)——
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    Wireless Qi phone charger
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control—
    Hands-free smart power liftgate——
    Heated front seats
    Heated steering wheel——
    Memory driver seat & mirrors
    Remote engine start
    Ventilated front seats——
    Standard equipment — interior & exterior
    Leather seating—
    LED headlights & daytime running lights
    Panoramic sunroof——

    Inside the Hyundai Kona

    What the redesigned Kona is

    The current-generation Kona arrived for 2024 with a complete redesign: a longer wheelbase for better rear-seat space, more cargo room, a flatter and more usable load floor, and a far more ambitious tech footprint than the small-CUV norm. Hyundai positions Kona as the value pick in the subcompact segment — entry pricing well under $25k for SE FWD — but the cabin tech (twin 12.3-inch curved displays standard, wireless smartphone mirroring, full SmartSense suite) reads more like a class above. It rides on a unibody platform shared with the Kona Electric (a different vehicle with its own page) and slots below the Tucson in Hyundai's CUV lineup.

    Choosing between the 2.0L NA and the 1.6L turbo

    The 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated four with the IVT is the volume engine on SE and SEL trims — about 147 horsepower, smooth around town, and the lowest-cost way into the Kona. The 1.6-liter turbo (about 190 hp, paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch) shows up on N Line and Limited and adds noticeably stronger highway-merging punch. The 8DCT is sharper than the IVT at full throttle but less polished in low-speed parking-lot traffic. Most buyers are well served by the 2.0L; pick the 1.6T if you regularly merge onto interstates or carry four occupants up Kentucky grades.

    How it stacks up vs Trax, Crosstrek, Buick Envista, HR-V, and Soul

    Kona's strongest case in the subcompact CUV class is tech-per-dollar: the standard twin 12.3-inch curved displays and standard SmartSense suite are richer than what Chevy Trax, Honda HR-V, or Kia Soul offer at the same price. The Subaru Crosstrek is the choice if standard AWD and ground clearance are non-negotiable, and the Buick Envista wins on quiet-cabin refinement. Kona answers with Hyundai's industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and the optional 1.6T upgrade for buyers who want more output without leaving the segment.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty — unusual in the value-priced subcompact CUV segment.
    • Twin 12.3-inch curved displays standard on every trim — class-leading screen real estate at this price.
    • Hyundai SmartSense ADAS suite standard across the lineup — including adaptive cruise with stop-and-go.
    • Optional 1.6L turbo (~190 hp) gives buyers a real performance upgrade path without leaving the model line.
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard — many subcompact rivals still require wired connections.
    • Distinctive redesigned styling — the Kona stands out in a segment of look-alike crossovers.
    • HTRAC all-wheel drive optional on every trim, including the value-priced SE.
    Cons
    • 147 horsepower on the base 2.0L NA feels modest when fully loaded or merging onto highways — most buyers will want to consider the 1.6T.
    • The 1.6L turbo's 8-speed dual-clutch feels less polished than the IVT in low-speed stop-and-go traffic.
    • Cargo space is competitive but not class-leading — HR-V and Crosstrek out-haul Kona on the spec sheet.
    • Tow rating is minimal / not generally published — Kona is not the right pick if you need to tow even a small utility trailer.
    • Adding HTRAC AWD is a noticeable price step on every trim — meaningful budget consideration vs FWD.

    Who is the 2026 Hyundai Kona best for?

    Subcompact CUV value pick — Kona SE / SEL

    SE and SEL pair the 2.0L NA four (~147 hp / IVT) with front-wheel drive or optional HTRAC all-wheel drive — the entry-into-Hyundai pick at well under most subcompact CUV competitors. Standard twin 12.3-inch curved displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the full SmartSense ADAS suite punch above the segment's price norm.

    Step up the punch — Kona N Line and Limited (1.6T)

    N Line and Limited drop in the 1.6L turbo four (~190 hp / 8DCT) for noticeably stronger highway-merging acceleration. N Line is the styled-up trim with sport-tuned suspension and unique exterior trim. Limited is the loaded-tech version. Important: Kona N Line is a styling and powertrain trim — it's NOT the same as the high-performance Kona N (which is a separate vehicle).

    AWD for Kentucky winters

    HTRAC all-wheel drive is optional on every Kona trim — including the value-priced SE. Worth the price step if you regularly drive between Etown and Louisville in winter, or up the gravel county roads near Nolin Lake. HTRAC adds Snow mode for traction on cold-morning starts.

    Tech-per-dollar leader in the segment

    Twin 12.3-inch curved displays, wireless smartphone mirroring, Bluelink connected services, and the full Hyundai SmartSense ADAS suite are standard on every Kona — equipment levels that often cost extra (or aren't offered at all) on Trax, HR-V, or Kia Soul at the same price. That's the Kona's strongest case in the subcompact CUV class.

    Why this matters around Elizabethtown

    Swope Hyundai stocks the Kona for central-Kentucky shoppers who want the best tech-per-dollar story in the subcompact CUV class — well under the Tucson on price, with a footprint sized for downtown Elizabethtown, Bardstown, and Louisville parking. HTRAC all-wheel drive is available on every trim for confident winter driving across Hardin County and the I-65 corridor.

    New 2026 Hyundai Kona Inventory at Swope HyundaiLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Hyundai in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock8vehicles
    Price range$29,924 – $35,484
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedMay 26, 2026 · 4:14 PM
    Showing 8 of 8 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax 1-OwnerOptions
    KM8HFCAB4TU383291H265911702026HyundaiKonaSEL SportSport Utility$29,924VDP9Ultimate Red MetallicBlack4 Cyl, 2.0L4WDCVTGasolineNewNo2629No
    59 features
    Option Group 01Ultimate Red MetallicCross RailsCarpeted Floor Mats
    KM8HDCA35TU394489H265913402026HyundaiKonaSEL PremiumSport Utility$31,124VDP10Neoteric YellowBlack4 Cyl, 1.6L4WD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2528No
    60 features
    Option Group 01Neoteric YellowApple CarPlay & Android Auto smart device wireless mirroringLane Following Assist (LFA) hands-on cruise control
    KM8HDCA31TU394831H265912202026HyundaiKonaSEL PremiumSport Utility$31,284VDP10Abyss Black PearlGray4 Cyl, 1.6L4WD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2528No
    64 features
    Option Group 01All-Weather Fitted LinersCarpeted Floor MatsCargo Tray
    KM8HDCA38TU468973H265913902026HyundaiKonaSEL PremiumSport Utility$31,474VDP10Denim Blue PearlBlack4 Cyl, 1.6L4WD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2528No
    64 features
    Option Group 01All Season Fitted LinersCarpeted Floor MatsCargo Cover
    KM8HDCA39TU393314H265912402026HyundaiKonaSEL PremiumSport Utility$31,724VDP10Neoteric YellowBlack4 Cyl, 1.6L4WD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2528No
    65 features
    Option Group 01Neoteric YellowAll-Weather Fitted LinersCarpeted Floor Mats
    KM8HDCA38TU394857H265912802026HyundaiKonaSEL PremiumSport Utility$31,824VDP10Cyber Gray MetallicBlack4 Cyl, 1.6L4WD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2528No
    66 features
    Option Group 01Cyber Gray MetallicCarpeted Floor MatsDoor Sill Plates
    KM8HE3A30TU393392H265913102026HyundaiKonaLimitedSport Utility$34,184VDP10Ultimate Red MetallicBlack4 Cyl, 1.6LFWD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2631No
    64 features
    Option Group 01Ultimate Red MetallicCross RailsCarpeted Floor Mats
    KM8HECA34TU427818H265913702026HyundaiKonaLimitedSport Utility$35,484VDP13Ultimate Red MetallicBlack4 Cyl, 1.6L4WD8-speed automaticGasolineNewNo2528No
    65 features
    Option Group 01Ultimate Red MetallicAll-Weather Fitted LinersCarpeted Floor Mats

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Hyundai Kona

    Two gas powertrains. SE and SEL trims use a 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated four producing about 147 horsepower paired to an intelligent variable transmission (IVT). N Line and Limited trims step up to a 1.6-liter turbocharged four producing roughly 190 horsepower paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Note: Kona Electric and the high-performance Kona N are separate vehicles with their own pages and are not covered here.
    The 2.0L NA Kona returns roughly 27 mpg city / 33 mpg highway / 29 mpg combined in front-wheel-drive form, with HTRAC AWD trimming a couple mpg. The 1.6T Kona is slightly thirstier in trade for stronger output. EPA figures vary by trim and drivetrain — check fueleconomy.gov for the exact configuration you're considering.
    Yes. Front-wheel drive is standard, and HTRAC all-wheel drive is optional on every Kona trim — including the value-priced SE. HTRAC adds Snow mode for winter traction, useful in central Kentucky.
    Kona trims run SE, SEL, N Line, and Limited. SE is the value entry. SEL adds the most-requested convenience features. N Line is the styled-up trim with the 1.6L turbo, sport-tuned suspension, and unique exterior trim. Limited is the loaded version with the turbo engine, premium audio, leather, and the most generous standard-equipment list. Note: N Line is a styling and powertrain trim — it is NOT the same as the high-performance Kona N (which is a separate vehicle).
    Hyundai does not publish a meaningful tow rating for the Kona in U.S. specification — towing is not a recommended use. If you need to tow even a small utility trailer or jet ski, look at the Tucson, Santa Fe, or Palisade instead.
    Hyundai SmartSense is standard on every Kona trim and includes forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, smart cruise control with stop-and-go, driver attention warning, and high-beam assist.
    Every Kona ships with twin 12.3-inch curved displays — a digital instrument cluster paired with a center infotainment screen — plus wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Hyundai Bluelink connected services with remote start and remote climate. That standard tech package is unusual at this price point in the subcompact CUV segment.
    Every new Kona carries Hyundai's 5-year/60,000-mile new-vehicle (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and the industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty for original owners — unusually generous coverage for a value-priced subcompact CUV.
    Tucson is a step larger — compact CUV size with a longer wheelbase, more rear-seat space, more cargo, and offered Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid powertrains the Kona doesn't get. Kona is the right pick if you want the lowest entry price, the smallest exterior footprint, or the value-leading tech-per-dollar story. Pick Tucson if you regularly carry rear-seat adults or want a hybrid powertrain in a Hyundai CUV.
    They share styling and platform but are different vehicles. The gas Kona uses the 2.0L NA or 1.6T engines covered here. The Kona Electric is a battery-electric vehicle with its own range, charging story, and federal-incentive eligibility — see the Kona Electric page for details. Test-drive both if you're cross-shopping; the right answer depends on your daily commute distance and home-charging access.
    See the live inventory section on this page for the current 2026 Kona count at Swope Hyundai — it's pulled directly from our feed and updates automatically. If you don't see the trim or color you want, contact us and we'll check incoming allocations.
    Live pricing for every 2026 Kona currently in stock at Swope Hyundai is shown in the inventory section above, including any active Hyundai national incentives and our dealer-specific offers. Pricing varies by trim (SE through Limited), engine (2.0L NA vs 1.6T), and drivetrain (FWD vs HTRAC AWD).
    Swope Hyundai is located in Elizabethtown, Hardin County, Kentucky, just off I-65 — convenient to Radcliff, Fort Knox, Bardstown, and the southern Louisville metro. We serve customers throughout central Kentucky for both new vehicle sales and Hyundai-certified service.
    Yes. Use the contact or test-drive request form on this page, or call Swope Hyundai during business hours, to schedule a Kona test drive. Tell us which engine and drivetrain you want to drive — 2.0L NA vs 1.6T, FWD vs HTRAC AWD, SE through Limited — and we'll have a matching unit ready.
    Yes. Swope Hyundai's service department is staffed by factory-trained Hyundai technicians using Hyundai Genuine Parts. Every new Kona is backed by Hyundai's 5-year/60,000-mile new-vehicle warranty and the industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty for the original owner, and we follow Hyundai's published maintenance intervals to keep that coverage in force.