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2026 Hyundai Kona

SUV · 2.0L NA I4 · FWD

79/100

AutoVault's overall score, weighted for what a suv is actually for — performance, technology, comfort, reliability, safety and value.

Specifications

Engine2.0L NA I4
Horsepower147 hp
Torque132 lb-ft
0–60 mph9.2 sec
Top speed108 mph
DrivetrainFWD
Seats5
Combined MPG30 mpg (28 city / 33 hwy)
Range470 miles
MSRP$25,950
Body styleSUV

The verdict

What's good

  • Roomier redesign with sharp tech look
  • Easy to park in tight cities
  • Long warranty for peace of mind
  • Big standout dual-screen dashboard

What's not

  • Base engine feels slow merging
  • Road noise creeps in at speed
  • Some buttons replaced by touch panels
  • Cabin materials feel budget

The engine

Nu

2.0L Naturally Aspirated I4

An unpretentious naturally aspirated four tuned for efficiency and smoothness rather than outright thrust, prioritizing low running costs in everyday commuters.

Hyundai's Nu engine launched in the 2011 Elantra to bridge the gap between the smaller Gamma and the larger Theta II; the current Smartstream G2.0 MPi is an evolution of that Nu design.

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