Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Kona

190-hp 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine

Available on SEL Premium and Limited, the 190-hp 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine pairs with an 8-speed automatic transmission for quick response and smooth acceleration. This drivetrain is tuned to feel relaxed at cruising speeds and energetic when you need to merge or pass. Paddle shifters on upper trims add engaging control on rural two-lanes or curvy byways. The drivetrain’s refinement also shows in stop-and-go traffic, where power delivery remains composed, making daily errands easier and long drives less tiring.

HTRAC All Wheel Drive

Available HTRAC All Wheel Drive enhances traction by actively distributing torque to the wheels with the best grip. On wet pavement, gravel, or light snow, HTRAC helps you pull away more smoothly and stay steadier through turns. It works seamlessly with KONA’s suspension tuning, so the SUV feels surefooted without feeling heavy or harsh. For drivers who encounter changing conditions across seasons, HTRAC is an easy way to add peace of mind and all-weather capability to your daily routine.

12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation and 12.3-inch instrument cluster

KONA’s large, bright displays bring clarity to every drive. The available 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation organizes maps, media, and vehicle settings in a clean, intuitive layout. Right in front of you, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster presents speed, driver assistance status, and driving information with crisp graphics that are easy to read in any light. Together, these displays reduce distraction by making vital information glanceable, while modern touches like available Wi-Fi hotspot capability and Bose® Premium Audio round out a cabin that genuinely feels next-generation.

Hyundai SmartSense driver assistance

Every 2026 KONA includes robust Hyundai SmartSense technologies such as Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection and Direct Oncoming, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, and Rear Occupant Alert. On Limited, you can add advanced tools like Highway Driving Assist, Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Surround View Monitor, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Remote Smart Parking Assist, Parking Distance Warning, and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist - Reverse/Forward/Side. These systems work together to help reduce stress and support safer decision-making, particularly on unfamiliar roads or in busy parking lots.

Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, Bluelink+, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Convenience is built in. With the available Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, your compatible smartphone becomes your key for unlocking and starting KONA, and you can share access with family or friends. Bluelink+ enables remote features like remote start, door lock/unlock, and more from a compatible smartphone at no extra cost. The cabin tech is equally streamlined, thanks to wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, available wireless device charging, and thoughtful touches like a Proximity Key with push button start. It all comes together to simplify your day while keeping you connected.