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2022 Hyundai Kona: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2022 Hyundai Kona is a major mid-cycle refresh with a longer body and redesigned front and rear styling. Hyundai also adds the sporty N Line trim.
About the 2022 Hyundai Kona
1st generation (2018-2023), major 2022 refresh/facelift year.
Hyundai positions the Kona as a bold, city-friendly small SUV that mixes easy maneuverability with more personality than many rivals. The big draw is that buyers can choose between simple, efficient everyday trims and stronger turbocharged versions without leaving the subcompact class. Its core appeal is stylish design, useful technology, available AWD, and a feature-heavy cabin for shoppers who want a small SUV that feels more distinctive than basic transportation.
The SE covers the essentials with a 147-hp engine, an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and core driver-assist features. The new N Line pairs a 195-hp turbo engine with sportier bodywork and red interior accents. The Limited focuses on comfort and technology with leather, two 10.25-inch displays, adaptive cruise control, and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The turbocharged 1.6-liter engine rises from 175 to 195 horsepower. SE and SEL models replace the previous 6-speed automatic with Hyundai's continuously variable automatic transmission.
Styling
Hyundai redesigns the front and rear. The new N Line trim adds sportier bodywork, a mesh grille, body-color cladding, dual exhaust outlets, and red cabin accents.
Safety
The Limited gains adaptive cruise control and rear parking sensors.
Tech
The SE gains a larger standard 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Limited receives a 10.25-inch navigation touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital driver display, while the SEL adds standard remote start.
Structural
The body grows by 1.6 inches, increasing rear legroom from 34.6 to 35.2 inches and creating more cargo space. Extra sound insulation and acoustic windshield glass help reduce cabin noise.
2022 Hyundai Kona specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, IVT w/Shiftronic | Automatic, IVT w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 7-Spd EcoShift Dual Clutch w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 7-Spd EcoShift Dual Clutch w/Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 35 mpg | 35 mpg | 35 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 147 hp | 195 hp | 195 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 45.8 cu-ft | 45.8 cu-ft | 45.8 cu-ft | 45.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
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| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona a full redesign?
No. The 2022 Hyundai Kona is a major refresh of the first-generation model. It has new front and rear styling, a longer body, more interior room, and updated powertrain and technology features.
How did the 2022 Hyundai Kona trim lineup change?
The N Line joins the Kona lineup for 2022, and the lineup is reorganized around four gas trims: SE, SEL, N Line, and Limited. The N Line combines the stronger turbo engine with sportier exterior and interior details.
Did the 2022 Hyundai Kona get more power?
Yes. The turbocharged 1.6-liter engine in the N Line and Limited makes 195 horsepower, up from 175 horsepower in the 2021 Limited. The 147-hp 2.0-liter engine continues in the SE and SEL, but it uses a new continuously variable automatic transmission instead of the previous 6-speed automatic.
Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona roomier and quieter than the 2021 model?
Yes. The 2022 Kona is 1.6 inches longer, and rear legroom increases from 34.6 to 35.2 inches. It also has more cargo space, additional sound insulation, and acoustic windshield glass to reduce cabin noise.
What technology changed on the 2022 Hyundai Kona?
The 2022 Kona SE gains a standard 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Limited receives a 10.25-inch navigation touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital driver display, adaptive cruise control, and rear parking sensors.
2022 Hyundai Kona Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Hyundai Kona.
4.3
2022 Hyundai Kona
(538 reviews)
“The Kona I purchased has so far been satisfactory. I have some concerns about the overall safety of the vehicle. The tires that came with the car do not seem good quality.”
“Saves money on gas. Needs to be more roomy and more comfortable seats, trunk missing auto open and close”