2020 Hyundai Kona
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Hyundai Kona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.
2020 Hyundai Kona at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2020 Hyundai Kona recalls 2
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles. The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, "Certification" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall …
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2020 Hyundai Kona common problems
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2020 Hyundai Kona safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2020 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2020 Hyundai Kona MPG & running costs
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 2020 Hyundai Kona worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2020 Hyundai Kona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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.
2020 Hyundai Kona trims & engines on record
2020 Hyundai Kona vehicles on record
2020 Hyundai Kona SEL PlusKM8K62AA0LU458205
2020 Hyundai Kona LimitedKM8K33A59LU492807
2020 Hyundai Kona SELKM8K2CAA8LU462861
2020 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA0LU440608
2020 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA6LU428799
2020 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K12AA6LU419309
2020 Hyundai Kona SEL PlusKM8K62AA1LU418764
2020 Hyundai Kona LimitedKM8K3CA52LU464119
2020 Hyundai Kona LimitedKM8K3CA53LU464582
2020 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA1LU567244
2020 Hyundai Kona UltimateKM8K5CA5XLU491756
2020 Hyundai Kona SEL PlusKM8K62AA7LU457049
2020 Hyundai Kona SEKM8K1CAA7LU494123
2020 Hyundai Kona LimitedKM8K3CA5XLU546907
Other Hyundai Kona model years
2020 Hyundai Kona — frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Hyundai Kona have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai Kona. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Kona?
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, vehicle speed control.
What is the 2020 Hyundai Kona safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2020 Hyundai Kona an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Kona get?
The 2020 Hyundai Kona has U.S. EPA estimates of 27–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).
How much is a 2020 Hyundai Kona worth?
Comparable 2020 Hyundai Kona listings run roughly $19,995–$27,500, typically around $23,686 (from 11 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.