Trim Report

Hyundai Kona SEL Plus2026

Includes:HYUKONA|SEL Plus
$9,495
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2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Plus Pricing

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Where to Find Hyundai Kona SEL Plus

Location data for all 2026 Hyundai Kona trims combined

36States

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Hyundai Kona Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2026 Hyundai Kona trims

Low Concern

With 1 recalls and 5 complaints, the 2026 Hyundai Kona rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
5
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
26V0690002026-06-02
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Kona vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2026 Hyundai Kona's biggest weak point? UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES. It leads 5 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Unknown Or Other,service Brakes1
02Unknown Or Other1
03Vehicle Speed Control1
04Fuel System, Gasoline1
05Power Train,structure,service Brakes1
5 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Hyundai Kona Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2026 Hyundai Kona trims

26–31mpg combined
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25-29city
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28-35hwy
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$1,400-$1,700/yr

Fuel economy for the 2026 Hyundai Kona ranges from 26 to 31 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Kona FWD - Automatic (AV-S1)
31mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city35 hwy~$1,400/yr6/10 Average
Kona FWD w/Stop-Start - Automatic (AV-S1)
31mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city34 hwy~$1,400/yr6/10 Average
Kona AWD w/Stop-Start - Automatic (AV-S1)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
27 city29 hwy~$1,550/yr5/10 Average
Kona FWD SX2 1.6T 8AT FWD - Automatic (S8)
28mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city31 hwy~$1,550/yr5/10 Average
Kona AWD - Automatic (AV-S1)
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city29 hwy~$1,600/yr5/10 Average
Kona AWD SX2 1.6T 8AT AWD - Automatic (S8)
26mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
25 city28 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

SEL Plus Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Plus

How does the SEL Plus compare to other Hyundai Kona trims?

The SEL Plus occupies a distinct position in the Hyundai Kona range. See how it stacks up on the 2026 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Plus?

Maintenance costs for the SEL Plus align with the broader Hyundai Kona ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2026 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is unknown or other,service brakes. Check the 2026 Hyundai Kona page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Kona SEL Plus?

For the SEL Plus, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Hyundai Kona buyer's guide.

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