Used 2024 Hyundai Kona for Sale nearBaltimore, MD

How much does the 2024 Hyundai Kona cost?

Prices have softened 8.81% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,969 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Kona a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Hyundai Kona earns a 5/5 user rating and an 8.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness, Technology, and Safety.

The 2024 Kona is positioned as an all-new subcompact SUV with fresh styling, new tech, and standard advanced safety features. That makes it a strong fit if you want a small SUV that feels modern and well equipped. The trade-offs are that performance is fairly pedestrian and cabin storage is limited, so it is better suited to buyers prioritizing value and features over excitement or maximum practicality.

35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Kona reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2024 Kona’s appeal comes from its new-generation design, broad equipment list, and standard safety tech, all of which support confidence in everyday ownership. Its expert evaluation also points to strong value and technology, which usually matters when you are planning to keep a vehicle for the long haul. Hyundai’s warranty coverage is another ownership advantage called out in the expert assessment.

The main long-term risk for used buyers is that a newer model year can still be sorting out its real-world wear patterns, so a careful inspection matters even when the package looks strong on paper.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Hyundai Kona?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the vehicle history report carefully and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you are considering a higher-mileage example or one with optional equipment. Focus on overall condition, signs of prior damage, and whether the features you want are actually present on the trim you are looking at. It is also worth confirming that the infotainment and driver-assistance systems work as expected.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base SE gets the standard LED lighting and 17-inch wheels, while SEL adds 18-inch wheels and the N-Line and Limited move to 19-inch wheels. The cabin also gets a more modern curved display layout, but the most feature-rich versions are the higher trims.
• Powertrain: The SE and SEL use a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a CVT, while the N-Line and Limited use a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic. The turbo setup brings more power, but the expert drive notes still describe pickup as a bit slow.
• Safety package: Hyundai’s Highway Driving Assist suite is the named driver-assistance system, and standard safety equipment includes Safe Exit Warning, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, and high-beam assist. Adaptive cruise control is standard on N-Line and Limited, and the Limited adds Surround View Monitor and blind-spot view monitor.
• Infotainment: Every trim gets a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard only on the two lower trims for now, while the top trims use wired connections until an OTA update arrives. Dual 12.3-inch screens are optional with the Convenience Package and standard on N-Line and Limited.
• Fuel efficiency: With front-wheel drive, the Kona is rated at 26 city, 32 highway, and 28 mpg combined. All-wheel drive lowers that to 24 city, 29 highway, and 26 mpg combined.

Which 2024 Hyundai Kona trim should I buy?

The 2024 Hyundai Kona is offered in 4 trim levels: SE, SEL, N-Line, Limited.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry price and the core new-generation Kona experience. You still get the standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, LED lighting, and the base 2.0-liter engine, making it the best starting point for budget-focused shoppers.
• SEL: This is the best-value trim for many buyers because it adds useful equipment without jumping into the pricier turbo models. It also keeps the naturally aspirated powertrain while adding more visual and equipment upgrades than the SE.
• N-Line: This trim is the step up if you want the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, paddle shifters, and a more feature-rich setup. It also gets adaptive cruise control and the larger screen setup, making it the right choice if you want more performance and tech.
• Limited: This is the most fully equipped Kona, with the turbo engine, adaptive cruise control, Surround View Monitor, and blind-spot view monitor. Choose it if you want the most safety and convenience features in one package.

Highway Driving Assist is part of the safety story here, and the Limited trim adds the most advanced camera-based features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Hyundai Kona?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,969 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.81% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 89.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $20,996, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Hyundai Kona's resale value?

The current average of $21,414 sits slightly below last year's $23,482.

That price movement suggests the Kona has already moved off its earlier peak, which can help future buyers but may temper near-term resale gains for current owners. If you buy at today’s average or below, you are starting from a more favorable cost basis than someone who bought when prices were higher. For a future seller, that means resale will depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim desirability rather than broad market appreciation.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Kona safe?

The 2024 Hyundai Kona earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Hyundai equips the Kona with a strong standard safety package, including Safe Exit Warning, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, and high-beam assist. Highway Driving Assist is the named semi-autonomous suite, and it is designed to help with lane keeping and highway driving support. Adaptive cruise control is standard on N-Line and Limited, while the Limited also adds Surround View Monitor and blind-spot view monitor.

The main safety caveat is that some of the more advanced features are reserved for higher trims, so you will want to confirm exactly which driver-assistance systems are included on the used example you are considering.

Should I buy a 2024 Hyundai Kona or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.81% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The all-new generation brings fresh styling, new tech, and standard advanced safety features.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $21,903, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $21,414 average.
• It stays mostly unchanged, with only a couple of new trim levels.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2024 is the smarter buy because it combines a lower average price with strong equipment and broad market availability. If you are willing to pay more for a newer model year and do not need a major change, the 2025 is a reasonable alternative for price-insensitive shoppers.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.