Hyundai Kona 2021–2023 car dimensions: 4205 mm long, 1800 mm wide and 1570 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,685 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin has an 8-inch touchscreen as standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Climate control is manual on base grades and automatic on higher ones. Cruise control is standard, with smart cruise including stop-and-go on many models. A reversing camera comes standard. Automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist are standard across the range. Blind spot warning and parking sensors (rear or front and rear) are limited to mid and higher trims. This setup makes daily driving and parking straightforward with solid basic aids.
Boot space measures 374 litres with seats up and expands to 1156 litres with the 60/40 rear seats folded. The dual-level floor and low load height help with everyday loading of bags or shopping.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1300 kg on 2.0-litre models and 1250 kg on 1.6 turbo versions, with unbraked at 600 kg. Payload sits around 525 kg depending on the engine and drivetrain. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension appears in the specs for work use. It suits light trailer duties or occasional loads but stays in the small SUV class for everyday rather than heavy commercial tasks.
Higher grades get leather seats, 8- or 10-way power driver seat with lumbar, power passenger seat, heated and ventilated fronts, heated rear outboard seats and heated steering wheel. A tilt-and-slide glass sunroof appears on mid-to-top grades. Acoustic laminated windshield glass is fitted on some grades to cut wind noise. Cabin feels compact yet usable with 60/40 split-fold rears, dual cupholders, rear floor vents and a practical dual-level cargo floor.
Fuel economy rated 27/33/30 mpg city/highway/combined FWD 2.0L (US EPA). 6.2 L/100 km combined for 2.0L in some markets.
Service intervals typically 12 months or 7,500-15,000 miles/km depending on engine and market. oil change more frequent on turbo.
5-star ANCAP (2017 test, carried to this generation) and 5-star NHTSA overall. IIHS Top Safety Pick with Good crashworthiness scores.
Standard kit includes six airbags, ESC, ABS, TPMS, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist and Driver Attention Warning.
Higher grades add Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and more SmartSense features.
Petrol engines return around 30 mpg combined on the base FWD 2.0L in US tests or 6.2 L/100 km combined in other markets. the 1.6 turbo is close but uses a bit more under load. Regular unleaded is specified. Tank holds about 50 litres or 13.2 US gallons.
Routine service falls every 12 months. Oil and filter change sits at 7,500 miles or 12 months for the 2.0L and closer to 6,000-10,000 km/miles for the turbo depending on market and conditions. Cabin filter, brakes and fluids follow the normal schedule. severe use shortens intervals.
Crash tests give five stars from ANCAP (2017) and NHTSA, with Good ratings across IIHS categories for the generation. Standard safety covers dual front, side and curtain airbags plus ESC, ABS, hill-start assist and basic SmartSense active systems. Blind-spot and rear cross-traffic aids arrive on mid and higher grades.
Keep the car by following the published schedule, using the correct oil grade and checking tyre pressures and brakes regularly. Warranty coverage is typically five years with powertrain extension in many markets. Parts and service are widely available through Hyundai dealers.
Length 4205 mm, Width 1800 mm, Height 1570 mm, Wheelbase 2600 mm (Kona 2021–2023)
Sources: manufacturer data, Hyundai official e-brochures, German technical data sheet, US product guides/specs.