Summary

• With 1,800 currently listed for sale and an average price of $26,341.00, 35.1% of 2026 Hyundai Konas for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2026 Hyundai Kona 4 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7.83 / 10.

• 92.9% of 2026 Kona models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2026 Hyundai Kona stands out by pairing subcompact-SUV practicality with a broad spread of equipment and a more upscale feel than its size might suggest. For 2026, Hyundai streamlined the lineup to SE, SEL Sport, SEL Premium, and Limited trims, while also adding standard stop-and-go adaptive cruise control and a front-collision avoidance system with intersection assist. The base engine returns 28 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined with front-wheel drive, and all trims are available with all-wheel drive for an additional $1,500.

Inside, the Kona’s appeal comes from how much technology and convenience it offers across the range. The SE includes 17-inch alloy wheels, LED lights, keyless entry, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Higher trims add features such as dual-zone climate control, a power driver’s seat, a digital instrument cluster, heated front seats, built-in navigation, voice recognition, a digital key, and a Bose audio system. The Limited trim goes further with synthetic leather seats, a heated steering wheel, ventilation for the heated front seats, and extra safety equipment including a surround-view camera, a blind-spot camera, parking sensors, and an automated parking assistant.

What makes the 2026 Hyundai Kona especially distinctive is that it combines everyday usability with a strong feature set and a choice of powertrains. It offers a 2.0-liter engine with 147 horsepower in the SE and SEL Sport, while the SEL Premium and Limited use a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine. The Kona also benefits from more room inside and greater cargo capacity than before, which helps address one of the model’s earlier limitations.

Other model years to consider

• 2024 Hyundai Kona

  • Average price: $21,818.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 34.9%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,761

• 2025 Hyundai Kona

  • Average price: $22,865.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 35.2%
  • User rating: 4.8 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,190

• 2023 Hyundai Kona

  • Average price: $20,755.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 34.0%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,059

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.