Hyundai Kona MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Hyundai Kona model year from 2018 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Kona has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, Electric powertrains; the most efficient version is the 2023 (up to 32 MPG combined). Electric versions are shown in MPGe — a different unit, listed separately from gas MPG. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Hyundai Kona fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 26–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2026 | 26–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $29,085 | 5,745 listings |
| 2025 | 26–31 MPG · 103–118 MPGe | Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $21,499 | 1,601 listings |
| 2024 | 26–31 MPG · 116–118 MPGe | Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $20,398 | 852 listings |
| 2023 | 23–32 MPG · 120 MPGe | Electric, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $19,995 | 1,143 listings |
| 2022 | 23–32 MPG · 120 MPGe | Electric, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $18,233 | 399 listings |
| 2021 | 27–30 MPG · 120 MPGe | Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $16,488 | 277 listings |
| 2020 | 27–30 MPG · 120 MPGe | Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $15,985 | 357 listings |
| 2019 | 27–30 MPG · 120 MPGe | Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $13,886 | 252 listings |
| 2018 | 27–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $13,184 | 143 listings |
2027 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2027 Kona was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 31 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 MPG |
2026 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2026 Kona was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 31 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $29,085 on VehiSales (5,745 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona FWD w/Stop-Start | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 29 | 34 | 31 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Kona AWD w/Stop-Start | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 27 | 29 | 28 MPG |
| Kona FWD SX2 1.6T 8AT FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 31 | 28 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD SX2 1.6T 8AT AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 28 | 26 MPG |
2025 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2025 Kona was EPA-rated in 9 versions (Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 31 MPG; electric versions rated 103–118 MPGe. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $21,499 on VehiSales (1,601 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric Standard Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 131 | 105 | 118 MPGe · 200 mi range |
| Kona Electric (17 inch Wheels) | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 129 | 103 | 116 MPGe · 261 mi range |
| Kona Electric (19 inch Wheels) | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 113 | 93 | 103 MPGe · 230 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 29 | 34 | 31 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 27 | 29 | 28 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 MPG |
2024 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2024 Kona was EPA-rated in 8 versions (Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 31 MPG; electric versions rated 116–118 MPGe. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $20,398 on VehiSales (852 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric Standard Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 131 | 105 | 118 MPGe · 200 mi range |
| Kona Electric Long Range | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 129 | 103 | 116 MPGe · 261 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 29 | 34 | 31 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 27 | 29 | 28 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 MPG |
2023 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2023 Kona was EPA-rated in 6 versions (Electric, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 32 MPG; electric version rated at 120 MPGe. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $19,995 on VehiSales (1,143 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 134 | 106 | 120 MPGe · 258 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 29 | 35 | 32 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 30 | 35 | 32 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 27 | 32 | 29 MPG |
| Kona N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2022 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2022 Kona was EPA-rated in 6 versions (Electric, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 32 MPG; electric version rated at 120 MPGe. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $18,233 on VehiSales (399 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 132 | 108 | 120 MPGe · 258 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 29 | 35 | 32 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 30 | 35 | 32 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 27 | 32 | 29 MPG |
| Kona N | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2021 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2021 Kona was EPA-rated in 5 versions (Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG; electric version rated at 120 MPGe. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $16,488 on VehiSales (277 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 132 | 108 | 120 MPGe · 258 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 32 | 30 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
2020 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2020 Kona was EPA-rated in 5 versions (Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG; electric version rated at 120 MPGe. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $15,985 on VehiSales (357 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 132 | 108 | 120 MPGe · 258 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 32 | 30 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 26 | 30 | 28 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
2019 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2019 Kona was EPA-rated in 5 versions (Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG; electric version rated at 120 MPGe. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $13,886 on VehiSales (252 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Electric | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 132 | 108 | 120 MPGe · 258 mi range |
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 32 | 30 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
2018 Hyundai Kona: engines & MPG
The 2018 Kona was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $13,184 on VehiSales (143 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kona FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Kona FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 32 | 30 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 MPG |
| Kona AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 26 | 29 | 27 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Hyundai Kona get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Kona range from 30 to 32 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2023 model year.
What powertrains does the 2027 Hyundai Kona have?
The 2027 Kona was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl powertrains — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Hyundai Kona require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric Kona?
Yes — the ratings above include electric (shown in MPGe) versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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