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    2018 Hyundai Kona

    The 2018 Hyundai Kona is a small SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $24,500 for the Active variant and topping out at $36,000 for the Highlander variant.

    There are 5 variants of the Kona available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2017.

    The 2018 Kona was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Hyundai Kona include 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/265Nm) and 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder (110kW/180Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $24,500 - $36,000†
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    SUV
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $24,500 - $36,000†
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    SUV
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2018 Hyundai Kona

    Available Variants

    The Hyundai Kona comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Active and the most expensive being Highlander.

    2018 Hyundai Kona

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    Pros

    • Efficient hybrid drivetrain
    • Luxury levels of tech features
    • Practical cabin for the class

    Cons

    • This spec is a little pricey
    • Cabin materials a bit plasticky
    • Hybrid is only available as FWD
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    Power to Weight
    85.27 - 91.94 kW/t
    58.22 kW/t
    121.67 kW/t
    Boot Space
    361 litres
    207 litres
    448 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.7 - 7.2 L/100km
    5.6 L/100km
    9.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    694 - 746 km
    611 km
    1,053 km
    Price
    $24,500 - $36,000
    $19,990
    $44,750
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    3 years
    7 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 3 years
    3 years
    7 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    6 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,830 - 1,940 kg
    1,368 kg
    2,189 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,250 - 1,300 kg
    600 kg
    1,600 kg
    Approach Angle
    17°
    15.8°
    30.3°
    Departure Angle
    29°
    22°
    35°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    170 mm
    133 mm
    225 mm
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    2018 Hyundai Kona

    Historical Information

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    Base

    2026

    $32,950

    Elite

    2026

    $35,950

    N Line

    2025

    $36,500

    Elite N Line

    2026

    $39,450

    Premium

    2026

    $41,950

    Premium N Line

    2026

    $44,950

    Premium N Line

    2025

    $46,500

    Year
    2026
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    1.6L Hybrid
    1.6L Combustion
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    SUV
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    110 kW
    104 kW
    99 kW
    150 kW
    146 kW

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    2018 Hyundai Kona

    Dimensions

    4,165 mm
    1,800 mm
    1,565 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,165 mm
    Overall Width1,800 mm
    Overall Height1,565 mm
    Wheelbase2,600 mm
    Turning Circle10,600 mm
    Load Capacity540 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Hyundai Kona

    Sales Data

    202417,374Total Sales
    202522,769Total Sales
    20261,839YTD Sales

    Hyundai Kona Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    2018 Hyundai Kona

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Hyundai Kona is the Active variant that starts from $24,500.

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    The most expensive Hyundai Kona is the Highlander variant that starts from $36,000.

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    The best towing capacity of a Hyundai Kona is 1300 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Hyundai Kona is the Active variant which measures 1800mm wide, 4165mm in length and sits 1565mm tall.

    All variants of the Hyundai Kona have a maximum power of 130kW and 265nm of torque.

    The Hyundai Kona is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Hyundai Kona is the Active variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1940 kg.

    The Hyundai Kona uses Unleaded Petrol.

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    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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