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Hyundai Kona, Tucson BLK Edition prices: Two more models join sea of black editions in Australia

William Stopford

Hyundai Kona, Tucson BLK Edition prices: Two more models join sea of black editions in Australia

The Hyundai Kona and Tucson SUVs are now available in special BLK Editions, bringing a darker look and more kit for an extra $2650.

7 Days Ago

Hyundai Kona recalled

Marton Pettendy

Hyundai Kona recalled

Almost 15,000 Hyundai Kona small SUVs have been called back to workshops to fix potentially faulty seat belt buckles.

1 Month Ago

2028 Hyundai Kona: Next-generation small SUV spied hot-weather testing

Damion Smy

2028 Hyundai Kona: Next-generation small SUV spied hot-weather testing

The next-generation Hyundai Kona has been spied testing in extreme heat in Spain, revealing a more rugged design ahead of its expected 2028 global launch.

3 Months Ago

Hyundai Kona, Ioniq 5 EV pricing slashed by thousands

William Stopford

Hyundai Kona, Ioniq 5 EV pricing slashed by thousands

Hyundai has wiped $8000 from the prices of its Ioniq 5 and Kona Electric, despite increased demand for its EVs.

5 Months Ago

Hyundai Kona, Tucson, Santa Fe, Palisade, Ioniq 9 and Sonata recalled

William Stopford

Hyundai Kona, Tucson, Santa Fe, Palisade, Ioniq 9 and Sonata recalled

Hyundai is recalling 3445 of its vehicles produced in 2025 for an instrument cluster fault, but it can be resolved with an over-the-air update.

7 Months Ago

Hyundai Kona Electric recalled due to fire risk

Marton Pettendy

Hyundai Kona Electric recalled due to fire risk

The previous-generation small electric SUV has been called back to workshops due to a potentially fatal short-circuit problem.

7 Months Ago

Hyundai Kona skipping facelift, next generation due in 2028 – report

Damion Smy

Hyundai Kona skipping facelift, next generation due in 2028 – report

Hyundai's most popular model won’t be getting a facelift, as the automaker looks to the next-generation Kona instead.

10 Months Ago

Hyundai Kona Electric prices slashed by $13,000

James Wong

Hyundai Kona Electric prices slashed by $13,000

Hyundai Australia is finally engaging in the EV price wars, with the Kona Electric range now offered with discounts of up to $13,800.

10 Months Ago

2026 Hyundai Kona price and specs: Turbo AWD axed, new Elite trim added

William Stopford

2026 Hyundai Kona price and specs: Turbo AWD axed, new Elite trim added

The punchiest Hyundai Kona with a petrol engine is no more, but the popular small SUV can now be had in mid-range Elite trim.

1 Year Ago

Which small SUV should you buy in 2025?

Josh Nevett

Which small SUV should you buy in 2025?

Australians love a small SUV, and the popular segment is hotter than ever. Here are our top picks in 2025.

2 Years Ago

The five best-selling small SUVs of 2024

Josh Nevett

The five best-selling small SUVs of 2024

In the market for a small SUV and want some ideas? Here are the models that Australians bought most during 2024.

2 Years Ago

Hyundai i30 Sedan N, Kona N recalled

Jordan Mulach

Hyundai i30 Sedan N, Kona N recalled

Both the Hyundai i30 Sedan N and the Kona N have been recalled due to a fault which can lead to a loss of power while driving.

2 Years Ago

Hyundai EVs get discounts of up to $20,000

William Stopford

Hyundai EVs get discounts of up to $20,000

Hyundai is offering substantial discounts across two of its electric vehicle lines, with buyers able to have upwards of $20,000 taken off their loans.

2 Years Ago

The 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia

Josh Nevett

The 10 cheapest hybrids in Australia

Want to save money at the dealership and the pump? These are the 10 cheapest hybrids you can buy in Australia.

2 Years Ago

How much Australia's 10 best-selling SUVs cost to service

Josh Nevett

How much Australia's 10 best-selling SUVs cost to service

Service pricing across Australia's best-selling SUVs varies considerably, setting the models apart by thousands of dollars over the long run.

2 Years Ago

What should you buy instead of a Tesla Model Y?

William Stopford

What should you buy instead of a Tesla Model Y?

If you're after an electric SUV, you could buy a Tesla Model Y like everybody else... or you could buy one of these instead.

2 Years Ago

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