2021
Hyundai
Kona
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147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
147 hp
Horsepower
132 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-Speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.0 - 8.6 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity50.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,054 mm
Front Legroom
879 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Android Auto
Bluetooth
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
13 ft8"
4.17m
Width
5 ft10.9"
1.8m
Height
5 ft1.6"
1.57m
Wheelbase
8 ft6.4"
2.6m
Gallery
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Colors
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Lunar White
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Surf Blue
#5C94D3
Thunder Gray
#767C84
Sonic Silver
#C4CDD4
Sonic Silver w/Black Roof
#C4CDD4
Pulse Red
#BC0001
Pulse Red w/Black Roof
#BC0001
Ultra Black
#141314
Surf Blue w/Dark Gray Roof
#5C94D3
Galactic Gray
#2D3037
Chalk White
#F8FAFA
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
90 complaints reported to NHTSA
90
Total Reports
2
Crashes
3
Injuries
3
Fires
Most Common Issues
ENGINE
57
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
16
POWER TRAIN
11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
8
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
3
Recent Reports
ODI #11698269
Nov 7, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I’ve been having issues that align with the Safety Recall 239 to repair a condition involving the Electric Power Control Unit ("EPCU"). I seem to be having by a coolant leak, my car is overheating, has stalled and has struggled to start. I started noticing something wasn’t right a couple of weeks ago but wasn’t sure what until more “symptoms” have occurred since and I found the recall information. My air conditioner also will stop blowing cool air when the over heating happens. No lights have come on my dash board alerting me of anything needing to be serviced.
Incident: Oct 24, 2025VIN: KM8K2CAA0MU***
ODI #11691130
Oct 3, 2025
ENGINE
My car consumes a lot of oil. This is a very similar problem as the wrong tempered piston rings. All this car has used is 5W 20 full synthetic oil., which gets changed every 5000 miles. I would burn around 1 quart every 1000 miles. Dealer solution is to put in 5W 30 full synthetic oil. Got a little better but within a few months, back to burning1 quart every 1000 miles. Dealer is now saying Hyundai won’t fix the issue because car now has 116000 miles on it. This has been a problem for a while.
Incident: Oct 1, 2024VIN: KM8K12AA6MU***
ODI #11690311
Sep 29, 2025
ENGINE
The piston went through the top of my engine with my entire family in the car. We managed to get to a mechanic. And bring it to the dealership. We are very lucky to be alive.
Incident: Sep 17, 2025VIN: KM8K1CAA7MU***
ODI #11688351
Sep 19, 2025
ENGINE
About a month after purchasing my car it shut down on the highway while driving. It completely lost power so I could not accelerate or even press the brake. Only the emergency brake stopped me from going into other cars. I started the car up again and then it worked fine until about another month later it happened again. I was on an exit ramp on the highway and it lost power. Cars had to quickly go around me as I had no control of my vehicle. Neither brakes or gas pedal worked at the time and my check engine light stayed on. I then took my car to Hyundai service where they told me my car went through 2 quarts of oil in one month. They want me to drive this car another 1,000 miles knowing it’s dangerous, unsafe, a risk to me and other drivers and a fire hazard to have an engine consuming this much oil. I fear to drive this unpredictable car any more. The manager of Hyundai knows it’s unfair but must follow protocol. I just don’t understand how they can tell someone to drive a stalling car waiting for an accident to happen.
Incident: Aug 26, 2025VIN: KM8K1CAA9MU***
ODI #11683392
Aug 27, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000. The VIN was not available.
Incident: Aug 27, 2025VIN: ***
ODI #11682180
Aug 21, 2025
ENGINE
I have experienced the same issues with a known recall for my year, make and model. I am not sure why my VIN is not showing. Have records from a mechanic that there was a fire hazard. I have experienced stalling on several occasions. Could I have help getting my VIN recognized so Hyundai will help me?
Incident: Aug 8, 2025VIN: KM8K22AA4MU***
ODI #11682204
Aug 21, 2025
ENGINE
The piston oil ring recall. I have had a mechanic determine I am having the exact same problem as the recalls but my VIN is not covered. Please update the recall so my repairs can be covered.
Incident: Aug 8, 2025VIN: KM8K22AA4MU***
ODI #11682248
Aug 21, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds in stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to restart the vehicle but almost immediately lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the piston oil rings, resulting in damage to the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine); but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000.
Incident: Aug 19, 2025VIN: KM8K22AA4MU***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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