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2024 Hyundai Kona: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 Hyundai Kona is an all-new, second-generation model. The biggest change is its substantially larger body, which creates more rear-seat and cargo room while supporting a completely redesigned cabin.
About the 2024 Hyundai Kona
2nd generation (SX2), first U.S. model year
Hyundai positions the Kona as a small SUV that is easy to maneuver in town but roomy and versatile enough for daily life, weekend gear, and small-family duty. Its core appeal is the blend of bold styling, class-competitive interior space, strong standard screen tech, available AWD, and a choice between an efficiency-focused base engine and a quicker turbo engine. Against many small SUVs, the Kona leans especially hard into modern design and tech without giving up practicality.
The gas Kona lineup ranges from the straightforward SE and comfort-focused SEL to the sportier turbocharged N Line and more upscale Limited. Every trim has a 12.3-inch center touchscreen, while the N Line adds features such as a digital instrument display and Bose audio; the Limited stands out with ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and camera-based parking views.
What changed, by category
Structural
The gas Kona is 5.7 inches longer, with a 2.3-inch-longer wheelbase and a body that is 1.0 inch wider. Rear legroom increases from 35.2 to 38.2 inches, while maximum cargo capacity rises from 45.8 to 63.7 cubic feet.
Styling
The second-generation Kona adopts Hyundai’s EV-first exterior theme and a completely redesigned cabin.
Powertrain
The turbocharged N Line and Limited replace the previous dual-clutch transmission with an 8-speed automatic.
Tech
Every gas trim gets a standard 12.3-inch center touchscreen and over-the-air software updates. Upper trims add equipment such as a 12.3-inch digital instrument display and Digital Key 2 Touch.
Safety
The SE gains standard blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert.
2024 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, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 147 hp | 190 hp | 190 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63.7 cu-ft | 63.7 cu-ft | 63.7 cu-ft | 63.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 38.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Hyundai Kona redesigned?
Yes. The 2024 gas Kona begins the model’s second generation with a larger body, more interior room, new styling, and a redesigned cabin.
Is the 2024 Hyundai Kona roomier than the 2023 model?
Yes. Rear legroom increases from 35.2 to 38.2 inches, and maximum cargo capacity grows from 45.8 to 63.7 cubic feet.
What transmission do the 2024 Kona turbo trims use?
The 2024 Kona N Line and Limited use an 8-speed automatic with their 1.6-liter turbocharged engines, replacing the previous dual-clutch transmission.
Does every 2024 gas Kona have the large touchscreen?
Yes. Every 2024 gas Kona trim has a standard 12.3-inch center touchscreen and over-the-air software update capability.
Which 2024 Hyundai Kona trims have the turbo engine?
The 2024 Kona N Line and Limited have the 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The SE and SEL use the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
2024 Hyundai Kona Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Hyundai Kona.
4.1
2024 Hyundai Kona
(106 reviews)
“Very good gas mileage, easy to get around in, easy to get out of, love the auto dim switch on the bright lights.”
“My new Hyundai Kona is not too big too small. It is roomy for passengers and good storage areas. However, I would have liked a little more room at the end/hatchback area for carrying groceries, baggage, etc. Overall, the outside looks fantastic!”