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Used 2019 Hyundai Kona SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 Hyundai Kona is a five-passenger subcompact crossover SUV that is available in four trim levels: SE, SEL, Limited and Ultimate. The SE and SEL models are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (147 horsepower, 132 pound-feet of torque) that is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Limited and Ultimate trims get a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder (175 hp, 195 lb-ft) that's mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Front-wheel drive is standard. All-wheel drive is available as an option for all Konas and comes bundled with a more sophisticated rear suspension design and a lockable center differential. The latter enhances traction at low speed in off-road or snowy conditions.

Hyundai Kona SE

Standard features for the SE trim include 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a height-adjustable driver's seat, and 60/40-split folding rear seats. Tech features include a rearview camera, Bluetooth, a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, two USB ports, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, and a six-speaker audio system. New for 2019, the base Kona also gets forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist and a driver attention monitor.

Hyundai Kona SEL

The SEL trim adds 17-inch wheels, roof rails, heated side mirrors, keyless entry and ignition, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a split-level cargo area, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, voice recognition, and satellite and HD radio.

An optional SEL Tech package bundles foglights, a sunroof, a power-adjustable driver's seat, an eight-speaker Infinity audio system, and Hyundai's Blue Link communications system.

Hyundai Kona Limited

Stepping up to the Limited trim gets you all of the above plus the turbocharged engine, 18-inch wheels, LED headlights and taillights, upgraded exterior trim, automatic climate control, leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a universal garage door opener.

Hyundai Kona Ultimate

The range-topping Ultimate trim comes loaded up with rear parking sensors, pedestrian detection for the forward collision mitigation system, automatic high beams, automatic wipers, a head-up display, an 8-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, and a wireless charging pad.

Which Kona trim does Edmunds recommend?

We approve of the 2019 Hyundai Kona Limited, namely for its 1.6-liter turbocharged engine. You also get leather upholstery and a few extra features. We also suggest adding all-wheel drive since it comes with an upgraded rear suspension that improves the car's handling and ride quality.

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Comparing average pricing near
Columbia, SC
Vehicle
Kona SE
Kona SEL
Kona Limited
Kona Ultimate
Kona Iron Man
Vehicle
SE
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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SEL
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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2 for sale near you
Ultimate
1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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Iron Man
1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
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Not Available
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather
leather
leather
Heated seats
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standard
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
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Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
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optional
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm
175 hp @ 5,500 rpm
175 hp @ 5,500 rpm
175 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
1.6 l
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
205/60R16
215/55R17
235/45R18
235/45R18
235/45R18
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
17 X 7.0-in
18 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
27 / 33 / 30 MPG
27 / 33 / 30 MPG
28 / 32 / 30 MPG
28 / 32 / 30 MPG
28 / 32 / 30 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
356 / 436 miles
356 / 436 miles
370 / 422 miles
370 / 422 miles
370 / 422 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,890 lb.
2,890 lb.
3,042 lb.
3,042 lb.
3,042 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
Height
61.0 in.
61.6 in.
61.6 in.
61.6 in.
61.6 in.
Length
164.0 in.
164.0 in.
164.0 in.
164.0 in.
164.0 in.
Wheelbase
102.4 in.
102.4 in.
102.4 in.
102.4 in.
102.4 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
19.2 cu. ft.
19.2 cu. ft.
19.2 cu. ft.
19.2 cu. ft.
19.2 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
45.8 cu. ft.
45.8 cu. ft.
45.8 cu. ft.
45.8 cu. ft.
45.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
38.0 in.
38.0 in.
39.6 in.
Front Leg Room
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
Rear Head Room
37.8 in.
37.8 in.
37.8 in.
37.8 in.
37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room
34.6 in.
34.6 in.
34.6 in.
34.6 in.
34.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, cloth
Gray/Black, cloth
Black, cloth
Gray/Black, cloth
Black, leather
Black w/Lime, leather
Gray/Black, leather
Black, leather
Black w/Lime, leather
Gray/Black, leather
Black w/Red Stitching, leather
Exterior
Pulse Red
Sunset Orange
Chalk White
Sonic Silver
Ultra Black
Thunder Gray
Surf Blue
Chalk White
Sonic Silver
Ultra Black
Thunder Gray
Sonic Silver w/Black Roof
Pulse Red
Sunset Orange
Surf Blue w/Dark Gray Roof
Surf Blue
Pulse Red w/Black Roof
Chalk White
Sonic Silver
Ultra Black
Thunder Gray
Pulse Red
Sunset Orange
Lime Twist
Surf Blue
Chalk White
Sonic Silver
Ultra Black
Thunder Gray
Pulse Red
Sunset Orange
Lime Twist
Surf Blue
Matte Grey w/Iron Man Red Roof