Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai KONA

HTRAC All Wheel Drive

KONA’s available HTRAC All Wheel Drive helps you feel grounded in real-world conditions. Whether you’re accelerating onto a highway, transitioning from pavement to gravel, or navigating a rainy morning, HTRAC can actively distribute torque for stability and traction. It works seamlessly with systems like Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) and Driver Attention Warning (DAW) to support confident, composed progress. Choose AWD if you want added assurance for changing surfaces and weather or you routinely take unpaved cut-throughs. For drivers who regularly travel near St. Paul, NE and head out on rural routes, HTRAC adds a layer of confidence without adding complexity to your day.

190-hp 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine

On SEL Premium and Limited, KONA steps up to an available 190-hp 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine paired with an 8-speed automatic—power you can feel when passing, merging, or driving uphill with a full cabin. The tuning strikes a responsive balance, so it never feels jumpy in town yet wakes up quickly when you call for it. If your week includes quick on-ramps, highway stretches with rolling hills, or a mix of passengers and cargo, the turbocharged setup is a compelling upgrade. Prefer a simpler approach for mostly city and suburban driving? The 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder on SE and SEL Sport delivers smooth, efficient performance with fewer fill-ups and plenty of composure.

12.3-inch touchscreen display

Every 2026 KONA comes standard with a large 12.3-inch touchscreen display—an immediate upgrade in clarity and ease of use. Menus are clean, icons are legible at a glance, and responses are quick. Pair your phone once, and you’re set with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, so your podcasts, maps, and messages are just a tap away. On select trims, the 12.3-inch instrument cluster complements the center screen for a cohesive, Panoramic-style look that puts key information front and center. The result is a modern, driver-focused cockpit that feels premium from day one, making long drives and quick errands equally easy to manage.

Bluelink+

Bluelink+ brings connected convenience to your compatible smartphone at no extra cost for key services. You can remotely start your KONA, lock or unlock the doors, and check vehicle status—perfect when you want the cabin ready before a school run or need peace of mind that everything is secured after parking. Features like vehicle health reports and maintenance reminders help you stay on top of ownership without guesswork. Paired with safety features such as Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) and Safe Exit Warning (SEW), it’s a connected ecosystem designed to simplify life. Bluelink+ is one of the reasons KONA punches above its weight in usability and everyday confidence.

Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)

Available on Limited, Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) lets you move your KONA straight into or out of a parking space by pressing and holding a button on the Smart Key—even when you’re outside the vehicle. For tight garages, narrow street spots, or parallel spaces you’d rather skip, RSPA steps in to handle the maneuver. The Limited trim also adds Surround View Monitor (SVM) for a 360-degree bird’s-eye view and Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), which shows a live camera feed in the instrument cluster when you signal. Together with Parking Distance Warning (PDW) and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse/Forward/Side (PCA-R/F/S), you’ll approach crowded lots with remarkable calm.