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2023 Hyundai

Kona FWD

Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L

Hyundai Kona: best and worst years
2023 Hyundai Kona FWD (photo 1 of 2)
PhotoDamian B OhCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AV-S1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
147
Power to weight
0.048 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.72
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
35 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,950EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
281 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
33.9 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 1.9 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
165 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
61 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
102 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,064 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
61
Reported injuries
3

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER18%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE13%
  • POWER TRAIN11%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL8%
  • ENGINE7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 92 total.

Hyundai Kona: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

35 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 27, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26-GI-002H TSB

    This bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update Key Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.

  • May 16, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERZ07 OL

    Certain 2021-2023 model year Kona, 2021-2023 model year Kona Electric, and 2022-2023 model year Kona N vehicles may experience an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. At Hyundai, we are committed to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and value. In an effort to meet this commitment, the warranty coverage for the horn assembly replacement has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of

  • Apr 18, 2026ENGINE26-EE-003H TSB

    Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.

  • Apr 18, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER26-BE-010H TSB

    Some vehicles may have an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the horn replacement under this condition to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners. If a horn needs to be replaced, follow the instructions within this TSB to install the latest design. Please note that any vehi

  • Apr 18, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER26-BE-010H DN

    Some vehicles may have an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage for the horn replacement under this condition to 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use (whichever occurs first) and is valid for original and subsequent owners. If a horn needs to be replaced, follow the instructions within this TSB to install the latest design. Please note that any vehi

  • Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DL

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during

  • Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DCS

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached anno

  • Dec 19, 2025AIR BAGSTRW Summary Notice

    A Class Action settlement regarding the TRW Airbag was recently decided. Based on the Class Action, customers are eligible for certain settlement benefits. Impacted vehicles are also noted below. For further information regarding settlement benefits and contacts, please review the corresponding dealer notification. It is available on Hyundaidealer.com under Hyundai Tech Info > Service News.

  • and 27 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.