2018 Hyundai Kona

In this Story

As of now READING

Review and Pricing

Motor and Transmission

Efficiency and Driving Range

Execution and Driving Impressions

Inside and Passenger Space

Sound and Infotainment

Load Space and Storage

Outside Design and Dimensions

Wellbeing and Driver Assistance

Guarantee and Maintenance Coverage

Video Overview: Interior, Infotainment, Cargo Space

General Rating:

Hyundai's having some fantastic luck recently, producing character-rich items that look extraordinary as well as drive pleasantly, and the subcompact Kona is the most recent in the arrangement. Its challenging styling charms spectators and abstains from seeming occupied in spite of its multifaceted sheetmetal. The lodge packs sufficiently only of the outside's fanciful notion to integrate the entire without being—as the children say—additional. The Kona isn't the most viable SUV accessible, however that is pardonable considering how great whatever remains of this bundle is. Of the Kona's two accessible motors, we inspected the turbocharged 1.6-liter four-chamber and were awed by its execution. Not exclusively is the Kona amusing to take a gander at, it's additionally enjoyable to drive. Well done, Hyundai—once more.

HIGHS

Champion styling, punchy turbo four, include pressed.

LOWS

Tight payload space, numb controlling.

Decision

Interests with audacious styling, takes care of business with driving satisfaction.

What's New for 2018?

The Kona is an all-new Hyundai for 2018 and slides into the lineup as the lesser hybrid beneath the reduced Tucson and the medium size Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport. Its unique styling stops people in their tracks, particularly when highlighted by the Kona's mark shading—Lime Twist.

Trims and Options We'd Choose

Hyundai offers the Kona in four particular trims—SE, SEL, Limited, and Ultimate—however the Limited trim level strikes the best adjust of cost and gear. It consequently includes the vivacious turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four and spruces up the outside with a similar 18-inch haggles configuration thrives appeared on the best spec Ultimate model. The Limited trim additionally incorporates alluring highlights, for example,

• Leather seats with eight-way control changes for the driver

• Power sunroof and front haze lights

• Single-zone programmed atmosphere control

With front-wheel drive, the Kona Limited is esteem stuffed at $25,680; all-wheel drive includes $1300, however generally there are no alternative bundles for this trim level that will drive up the cost.