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2027 Hyundai Kona
The 2027 Hyundai Kona carries over largely unchanged from 2026. Pricing is nearly flat: the SE FWD still starts at $25,500, with only a $50 destination-charge increase to $1,650. Powertrains stay the same, a 147-hp 2.0-liter four on base trims and a 190-hp turbo 1.6 higher up, and Hyundai's Kona Electric covers buyers who want to go gas-free.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.0L four-cylinder or turbo 1.6L four-cylinder
Output147 / 190 hp
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Seating5
Decision answers26Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2027
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the 2027 Kona carries over largely unchanged from the 2026 model.
Carbuzz (opens in a new tab) says the big news is almost zero price increase from 2026 to 2027: MSRP alone shows no increase at all, though there's a $50 bump in the destination charge to $1,650.
Pricing and powertrains for 2027
Carbuzz (opens in a new tab) says the 2027 Kona still starts at $25,500 for the SE FWD, with the SEL Sport FWD at $26,825. Those two models use a 147-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder paired to a CVT, while upper trims switch to a 190-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter with an eight-speed torque-converter automatic.
How it compares to its closest rivals
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says shoppers can find a gas-free version of the Kona under the Kona Electric name, or shop sister brand Kia for the remarkably similar Niro, which comes in hybrid, plug-in-hybrid, and electric forms.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 Hyundai Kona?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says it carries over largely unchanged from 2026.
How much does the 2027 Hyundai Kona cost?
Carbuzz (opens in a new tab) says it starts at $25,500, almost the same as 2026.
Research paths
Move from the vehicle to the decision.
Compare like with like: the closest configuration, not an unrelated advertised maximum.
Record summary
What to know first
SE and SEL Sport share a 147-horsepower 2.0L engine and CVT; SEL Premium and Limited step up to a 190-horsepower turbo 1.6L with an 8-speed automatic.
Model-year note
For 2027 the SEL and SEL Convenience are consolidated into the SEL Sport (still the 147-hp engine), and the N Line is gone. The SEL Premium takes its place as the 190-hp turbo trim below Limited. AWD is now offered across the lineup (SEL Sport AWD from $28,325, SEL Premium AWD from $29,925), where earlier listings showed FWD only. Idle Stop and Go is no longer included on the base SE trim.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| SE | Entry trim | 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp, Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard, 12.3-inch touchscreen standard |
| SEL Sport | Trim 2 of 4 | 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp, CVT, FWD standard, AWD optional, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster standard, Heated front seats standard |
| SEL Premium | Trim 3 of 4 | 1.6L turbo engine standard, 190 hp, 8-speed automatic, FWD standard, AWD optional, Bose Premium Audio and wireless device charging standard, Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control standard |
| Limited | Top trim | H-Tex leatherette trimmed seating standard, Ventilated front seats standard, Surround View Monitor and hands-free smart liftgate standard |
01
Entry trim
SE
- 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard
- 12.3-inch touchscreen standard
02
Trim 2 of 4
SEL Sport
- 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp, CVT, FWD standard, AWD optional
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster standard
- Heated front seats standard
04
Top trim
Limited
- H-Tex leatherette trimmed seating standard
- Ventilated front seats standard
- Surround View Monitor and hands-free smart liftgate standard
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2027 Hyundai Kona: 4 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, IVT w/Shiftronic | AWD | 147 | 132 | 26 / 29 / 27 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SEL Sport | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, IVT w/Shiftronic | AWD | 147 | 132 | 26 / 29 / 27 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SEL Premium | 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 190 | 195 | 24 / 29 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Limited | 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 190 | 195 | 24 / 29 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 3,203 lb | 171.3 in | 63.2 in | 104.7 in | 8.1 in | 34.8 ft | 12.4 gal | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | P215/60R17 |
| SEL Sport | 3,241 lb | 171.3 in | 63.4 in | 104.7 in | 8.1 in | 34.8 ft | 12.4 gal | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | P215/55R18 |
| SEL Premium | 3,461 lb | 171.3 in | 63.6 in | 104.7 in | 8.3 in | 34.8 ft | 13.2 gal | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | P235/45R19 |
| Limited | 3,505 lb | 171.3 in | 63.6 in | 104.7 in | 8.3 in | 34.8 ft | 13.2 gal | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | P235/45R19 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2027 Hyundai Kona trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | SE | SEL Sport | SEL Premium | Limited |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | – | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | – | – | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | – | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | – | – | – | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | – |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
4 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50414Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 | N/A |
| 50415Kona AWD | 2L 4-cylConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 | N/A |
| 50406Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 | N/A |
| 50407Kona FWD | 2L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 | N/A |
Direct answers
26 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 Kona come in?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona (subcompact SUV) comes in 4 trims: SE, SEL Sport, SEL Premium, Limited.
Source: Hyundai
Q02What are the 2027 Kona trims?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona trims are SE, SEL Sport, SEL Premium, Limited, listed from the entry SE up to the top Limited.
Source: Hyundai
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 Kona use?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona is built around 2.0L four-cylinder or turbo 1.6L four-cylinder, rated at 147 / 190 horsepower across its subcompact SUV body style.
Source: Hyundai specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 Kona?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona is offered with FWD / AWD.
Source: Hyundai specifications
Q05What changed for the 2027 Kona?
For 2027 the SEL and SEL Convenience are consolidated into the SEL Sport (still the 147-hp engine), and the N Line is gone. The SEL Premium takes its place as the 190-hp turbo trim below Limited. AWD is now offered across the lineup (SEL Sport AWD from $28,325, SEL Premium AWD from $29,925), where earlier listings showed FWD only. Idle Stop and Go is no longer included on the base SE trim.
Source: Hyundai model-year information
Q06Which driver-assistance features are standard on a 2027 Hyundai Kona?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona is documented with Surround View Monitor and hands-free smart liftgate standard.
Source: Manufacturer equipment table and owner’s manual
Q07How much cargo space does the 2027 Hyundai Kona have?
Cargo volume is 25.5 cu ft. Documented for the 2027 Hyundai Kona in Web search aggregate (dealer/research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q08What is the 2027 Hyundai Kona's maximum cargo volume?
Maximum cargo volume is 64.0 cu ft. Documented for the 2027 Hyundai Kona in Web search aggregate (dealer/research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q09What does the 2.0L four-cylinder (SE, SEL Sport) engine in the 2027 Hyundai Kona deliver?
Horsepower: 147 hp. Torque: 132 lb-ft. These figures belong to the 2.0L four-cylinder (SE, SEL Sport) configuration of the 2027 Hyundai Kona, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q10What does the Turbo 1.6L four-cylinder (SEL Premium, Limited) engine in the 2027 Hyundai Kona deliver?
Horsepower: 190 hp. Torque: 195 lb-ft. These figures belong to the Turbo 1.6L four-cylinder (SEL Premium, Limited) configuration of the 2027 Hyundai Kona, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q11What engine does the base 2027 Hyundai Kona have?
SE and SEL Sport use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, paired with a CVT.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q12What engine do upper 2027 Hyundai Kona trims have?
SEL Premium and Limited switch to a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine making 190 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque with an eight-speed automatic, above the base engine's 147 hp.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q13What are the 2027 Hyundai Kona trim levels?
SE, SEL Sport, SEL Premium and Limited; there is no N Line trim for the 2027 model year (it appeared in prior years like 2024-2025).
Source: Dealer research pages
Q14How much does the 2027 Hyundai Kona cost?
Pricing starts at $25,500 for SE and runs to $32,535 for Limited.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q15What changed on the 2027 Hyundai Kona from the previous year?
The Kona heads into 2027 without any major changes.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q16What colors does the 2027 Hyundai Kona come in?
Hyundai lists 9 exterior colors for the 2027 Hyundai Kona: Abyss Black, Cyber Gray, Ecotronic Gray, Ultimate Red, Mirage Green, Atlas White, Soultronic Orange, Denim Blue, Neoteric Yellow. Hyundai charges extra for the premium paints: Cyber Gray ($500), Ultimate Red ($500), Soultronic Orange ($500), Neoteric Yellow ($500). Which colors are offered depends on the trim.
Q17What kind of brakes does the 2027 Hyundai Kona have?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona has four-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Q18What suspension does the 2027 Hyundai Kona use?
Front: MacPherson strut with coil springs. Rear: torsion beam.
Q19What size wheels does the 2027 Hyundai Kona have?
The 2027 Hyundai Kona's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the SE, 18 inches on the SEL Sport and 19 inches on the SEL Premium and Limited. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q20How much does the 2027 Hyundai Kona SE FWD weigh?
CarBuzz lists the 2027 Hyundai Kona SE FWD with a curb weight of 3,005 pounds.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q21How much ground clearance does the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV have?
CarDealerships.com lists 6.7 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q22What is the GVWR of the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV?
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,090 pounds for the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q23What is the payload capacity of the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV?
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 1,085 pounds for the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q24What size tires does the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV come with?
CarDealerships.com lists 215/60R17 tires on the 2027 Hyundai KONA SE 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q25How quickly does the 2027 Hyundai Kona accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph test of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists is of earlier model years than the 2027 Hyundai Kona: 7.6 seconds for the 2025 Hyundai Kona Limited (Car and Driver).
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Q26How do the 2027 Hyundai Kona trims differ from one another?
The SEL Sport has front and rear climate zones, heated front seats, heated mirrors and 3 more as standard equipment over the SE. The SEL Premium has 190 hp against 147 and a power driver's seat as standard equipment over the SEL Sport. The Limited has a heated steering wheel, a power liftgate or trunk, a premium audio system and a surround-view camera as standard equipment over the SEL Premium.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
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