Model year guide

2018 Hyundai kona

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Hyundai kona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 18 on record.

2018 Hyundai kona — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Hyundai kona at a glance

Owner complaints72
Combined27–30 mpg
Typical price$19,840

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2018 Hyundai kona common problems

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2018 Hyundai kona MPG & running costs

Combined27–30 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,375

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2018 Hyundai kona worth?

Low
$16,988
Typical price
$19,840
High
$22,988

From 16 comparable 2018 Hyundai kona listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Hyundai kona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,875
Fuel only$11,875
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Hyundai kona trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · SEL with Tech Pkg · Ultimate · SEL · SE
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 175 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 147 hp

2018 Hyundai kona vehicles on record

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Other Hyundai kona model years

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2018 Hyundai kona — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Hyundai kona?

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, engine and engine cooling.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Hyundai kona get?

The 2018 Hyundai kona has U.S. EPA estimates of 27–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2018 Hyundai kona worth?

Comparable 2018 Hyundai kona listings run roughly $16,988–$22,988, typically around $19,840 (from 16 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.