Hyundai's first foray into the subcompact SUV segment presents a strong competitor in an increasingly crowded market for crossover buyers. Read our driving impressions here. Photos by Kelly Bracken.
Hyundai's 2018 Kona
The 2018 Kona comes in four trims: SE; SEL; Limited; and Ultimate. The SE and SEL trims feature four-cylinder 2.0-liter engines while the Limited and Ultimate trims feature four-cylinder 1.6-liter engines.
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EPA fuel efficiency estimates for the SE and SEL trims are 27 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined without AWD and 25/30/27 with AWD. For the Limited and Ultimate trims, the estimates are 28 city, 32 highway, and 30 combined without AWD, and 26/29/27 with AWD.
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With the rear seats folded down, the 2018 Hyundai Kona offers 45.8 cubic feet of cargo space. With the rear seats up, available cargo space totals 19.2 cubic feet.
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Here's a closer look at the rear of the vehicle.
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The SE and SEL engines make 147 hp and 132 lb.-feet of torque. The Limited and Ultimate engines make 175 hp and 195 lb-ft. of torque.
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An all-wheel-drive powertrain can be added to any trim level for an additional $1,300.
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The interior of the Kona comes in leather at the Limited and Ultimate trim levels. Some of the features included in the Ultimate trim are a heads up display, a wireless charging station, automated temperature control, and a larger infotainment system.
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