Hyundai Kona N
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N presents a compelling performance package, but potential buyers must be aware of a significant engine failure mode triggered by water ingress.
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $35,425, MSRP range: $35,425 - $35,495, Confidence: 0.95, notes: The MSRP is for the fully-equipped model, including destination charge., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026 | USD | $35,425 | $35,425 - $35,495 | 0.95 | The MSRP is for the fully-equipped model, including destination charge. | llm_estimate | 5/11/2026 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | adaptiveCruiseControl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Hyundai Kona N SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Hyundai Kona N SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2023
NewestThe 2023 Hyundai Kona N presents a compelling performance package, but potential buyers must be aware of a significant engine failure mode triggered by water ingress.
2022
The 2022 Hyundai Kona N offers spirited performance but carries significant reliability concerns, primarily related to its fuel system and engine.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Hyundai Kona N?
Carfocal currently has 2 published Kona N reports, covering 2022 through 2023. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2023 Hyundai Kona N presents a compelling performance package, but potential buyers must be aware of a significant engine failure mode triggered by water ingress.
Published year coverage: 2022, 2023.
Is the Hyundai Kona N reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Hyundai Kona N. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2023 hyundai kona n presents a compelling performance package, but potential buyers must be aware of a significant engine failure mode triggered by water ingress. and the 2023 hyundai kona n can offer performance value, but its documented engine vulnerability significantly impacts long-term ownership risk. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
2 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Hyundai Kona N?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2022 through 2023.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 2
- Years tracked
- 2
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints