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Used 2020 Hyundai Kona SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2020 Hyundai Kona is a five-passenger subcompact crossover SUV that is available in five trim levels: SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Limited and Ultimate. Hyundai doesn't offer any optional packages, but there are added features available on each trim.

The SE, SEL and SEL Plus models are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (147 horsepower, 132 lb-ft 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 speeds in off-road or snowy conditions.

Standard features for the SE trim include alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, a rearview camera, Bluetooth, a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, two USB ports, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and a six-speaker audio system.

The SEL trim adds extras such as roof rails, keyless entry and ignition, heated front seats, blind-spot monitoring and satellite radio. The SEL Plus throws in many convenience and tech features such as a sunroof, a power-adjustable driver's seat, an eight-speaker Infinity audio system, a wireless smartphone charging pad, and Hyundai's Blue Link communications system.

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

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

Which Kona trim does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend upgrading to the Limited trim level for its turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, though it represents a significant price increase over the base SE model. It's similar in fuel economy to the base engine, yet it provides a significant increase in power. And if you opt for the available all-wheel-drive system, the upgraded rear suspension improves handling and ride quality to boot.

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Newington, CT
Vehicle
Kona SE
Kona SEL
Kona SEL Plus
Kona Limited
Kona Ultimate
Vehicle
SE
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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SEL
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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3 for sale near you
SEL Plus
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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Ultimate
1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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1 for sale near you
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
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
standard
Parking assistance
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
cloth
leather
leather
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

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
147 hp @ 6,200 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
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 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
6-speed shiftable automatic
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
205/60R16
215/55R17
215/55R17
235/45R18
235/45R18
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
18 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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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
27 / 33 / 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
356 / 436 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.
2,890 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.
Front Head Room
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
38.0 in.
38.0 in.
38.0 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®
$34,249
$34,633
$36,040
$38,303
$38,489
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.46
$0.46
$0.48
$0.51
$0.51
Depreciation
$7,915
$7,982
$9,057
$9,077
$9,190
Financing
$3,016
$3,143
$3,400
$3,330
$3,387
Taxes & Fees
$1,139
$1,176
$1,251
$1,231
$1,247
Fuel
$8,628
$8,628
$8,628
$8,628
$8,628
Insurance
$5,394
$5,394
$5,394
$5,485
$5,485
Maintenance
$6,099
$6,252
$6,252
$8,112
$8,112
Repairs
$2,058
$2,058
$2,058
$2,440
$2,440
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

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