Strength comes in all sizes.
More spacious, capable, and nimble than meets the eye, 2026 KONA is available with top-tier goodies like HTRAC All Wheel Drive and Remote Smart Parking Assist, making it the stylish, ready-for-anything road companion you’ve been looking for.*
Starting MSRP
$25,350*
Up to
35 MPG Hwy*
Up to
190 hp*
Available
HTRAC AWD*


An industry-leading warranty for up to 10 years of worry-free driving.
With America's Best Warranty—including a 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty—standard on every Hyundai, 2026 KONA gives you peace of mind for years to come.*






Technology
As smart as it is stylish.


Bluelink+
Bluelink+ is our connected car service that lets you remotely access your new Hyundai from a compatible smartphone. So you can remotely start the vehicle, lock or unlock doors, and more—at no extra cost to you.*


Available Wi-Fi hotspot capability
Get online just about anywhere you go, thanks to your very own in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot with an available data plan from Verizon.*


Hyundai Pay
Now you can pay for parking and gas without ever reaching for your wallet. With Hyundai Pay all you need is touchscreen navigation in your KONA. Simply add your credit card info via the MyHyundai with Bluelink app to get started.*


Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
Connect your iPhone® with Apple CarPlay® and access your favorite mobile apps wirelessly from KONA’s touchscreen. Got an Android? Use Android Auto™ to wirelessly access your smartphone’s apps, maps and infotainment. Apple CarPlay shown.*
Digital displays
See it all.
Our large screens bring it, with brightness, clarity, sharpness—you get the picture. They’re a brilliant way to keep you connected and on top of all your information.

12.3-inch instrument cluster
The available digital display shows all your important driving information clearly and beautifully, like a look into the future.

12.3-inch touchscreen navigation
Get everything you need to know—important vehicle info, messages, map guidance and entertainment—on the 12.3-inch touchscreen with available navigation.*






Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch


Open doors and so much more.
Add a few more things to what your smartphone can do. With the available Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, your compatible smartphone is your key. Use it to unlock your KONA, start the engine and more. Share it with family or friends—just text it to their compatible Android™, Google or Apple® devices.*
Not available on Honda HR-V*
Performance and handling
Confidence is no small feat.
It may be a small SUV, but KONA handles conditions with confidence. Its available 190-hp turbocharged 1.6L GDI 4-cylinder engine, coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission, brings power. And KONA’s available HTRAC All Wheel Drive makes every drive more fun, whether on city streets or traversing where there are no roads.*
SUV versatility
Do your thing.
What is it you'd like to do? Where would you like to explore? KONA’s up for the challenge with available HTRAC All Wheel Drive, plenty of space for passengers, and flexibility for whatever adventure gear you want to bring along.

Available HTRAC All Wheel Drive
Wherever you go, whatever you do, with HTRAC All Wheel Drive, KONA handles a broad spectrum of conditions capably and confidently.*

60/40 split fold-down rear seat
The space you need, with twice the configurations. The two-level recline for the rear seats allows passengers to adjust and recline for comfort. The seats can also be folded flat so you can stow more cargo.

Available hands-free smart power liftgate
KONA opens up your world in so many ways. And its hands-free smart power liftgate opens automatically when it detects the nearby smart key.*
KONA Awards


Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com 2025 Best Buy
2025 Hyundai KONA is the Best Buy of the Year among Subcompact SUVs according to Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com.*
Hyundai SmartSense

Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go
Standard on all trims While traveling at a speed set by you, this feature uses radars to help maintain a safe distance from the car ahead. After the system slows the vehicle to a stop, it will reactivate if the vehicle in front moves within 3 seconds.*

Surround View Monitor (SVM)
Standard on Limited. Combines camera feeds to give you a 360-degree bird's-eye view around your vehicle.*

Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
Standard on Limited. With this available feature, a live camera feed of the lane will appear on the digital instrument gauge display when you signal to change lanes.*

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection and Direct Oncoming (FCA-JT DO)
Standard on all trims. When the system detects a vehicle or pedestrian in your path, it warns you of a potential collision. If you don't begin stopping in time, the system may automatically apply braking. In addition, the Junction Turning & Direct Oncoming FCA system can also apply brakes when turning left at an intersection when risk of a collision with an oncoming vehicle is detected.

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
Standard on all trims. When you’re going in reverse, it lets you know with audio and visual cues if its sensors detect a vehicle approaching from the left or right. It may even apply the brakes automatically if needed.*

Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
Standard on all trims. Your Hyundai notifies you with a visual alert when its radars detect a vehicle in your blind spot area. If you try to change lanes in this situation, an audio warning will sound.*

Lane Following Assist (LFA)
Standard on all trims. Using the front-view camera to detect lane markers on the road, this feature assists the driver's steering to help keep the vehicle centered inside the lane.*

Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Standard on all trims. This feature warns you through audio and visual cues, and now steering wheel haptic feedback, if it detects your vehicle drifting out of its driving lane without signaling. If necessary, it may gently apply corrective steering assistance to keep you inside the lane.*

Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
Standard on Limited. This feature, available on select vehicles, helps maintain a set distance and speed from the vehicle ahead when driving on a highway and helps center the vehicle in the lane, even through a curve.*

Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
Standard on all trims. To help prevent potential accidents, this system monitors your driving patterns to detect drowsy or inattentive driving. Once detected, it alerts you with a sound cue coupled with a warning message on the instrument cluster.*

Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
Standard on all trims. After the engine is turned off, a visual warning in the instrument cluster reminds you to check the rear seats before exiting.*

Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
Standard on all trims. This pioneering innovation warns the driver when the vehicle is parked and its radar detects a vehicle approaching from behind.*

Parking Distance Warning (PDW) – Forward/Side/ Reverse with Contour Warning
Standard on Limited. This feature provides a visual and audible warning to avoid a collision with pedestrians and objects around the vehicle while stopping or low speed driving. Available cluster warning provides a three-level visual warning in the cluster, while a Contour warning appears in the audio unit, based on vehicle proximity to surrounding objects.*

High Beam Assist (HBA)
Standard on all trims. Constantly turning your high beams off and on can be a hassle, which is why this thoughtful feature automatically does it for you. It can detect oncoming vehicles and toggle between high and low beams accordingly.

Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
Standard on Limited. Just push and hold your Smart Key button, and your Hyundai can back into and pull out of a parking space—even when you're not inside.*






The Hyundai Difference


OTA Software Updates
Your vehicle is at its best with updated software. With Over-the-Air technology, Hyundai makes it easy to get the latest map and multimedia software updates as they become available.*


Shopper Assurance
From test drive to purchase, shopping for a Hyundai has never been easier. With transparent pricing and online shopping tools, you can prequalify for purchases, get trade-in values and find finance options before you even visit a dealership.*


America’s Best Warranty
Confidence comes in many forms, like a 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, 5-Year/60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and 5-Year/Unlimited Miles 24-hour Roadside Assistance. For the Powertrain Warranty that’s 5 years or 40,000 miles more coverage than Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Chevrolet, Subaru and Mazda.


Hope on Wheels®
For over 27 years, every owner who has purchased a Hyundai has brought hope to a child living with cancer. That's because with every Hyundai sold, a donation is made to Hope on Wheels. Together we have raised over $277 million to fight pediatric cancer.*


Happy Drivers
We believe in building long-lasting relationships with our drivers and their passengers. That’s why we build cars and programs that always put them first, from our award-winning safety to America’s Best Warranty.*
Pricing

SE
Starting MSRP*
$25,350

SEL Sport
Starting MSRP*
$26,675

Limited
Starting MSRP*
$22,825
Introducing the 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA
The wait is over for California drivers as the 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA is now available for sale. This sleek compact SUV blends modern styling with everyday convenience, making it a smart choice for city streets and coastal drives alike. Known for its advanced technology, spacious interior, and impressive efficiency, the Kona stands out in a competitive market. Hyundai designed this model with both comfort and performance in mind, appealing to those who want versatility without sacrificing style.
Where to Buy the 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA?
You can buy a 2026 Hyundai Kona for sale in San Diego, CA at Dalton Hyundai National City dealership!
The 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA offers drivers a choice between two distinct engine options. Standard on the SE and SEL Sport trims is a 2.0L MPI-Atkinson 4-cylinder engine that produces 147 horsepower at 6200 RPM and 132 lb.-ft. of torque at 4500 RPM. This engine is paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). For enhanced power, the SEL Premium and Limited trims feature a 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine, which delivers up to 190 horsepower at 6000 RPM and 195 lb.-ft. of torque across a broad range (1700-4500 RPM). This turbocharged engine uses an 8-speed automatic transmission and includes standard paddle shifters and Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire technology.
The 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA provides seating for five passengers and offers 25.5 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up, expanding to 63.7 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down. Exterior lighting is advanced, with LED Projector Combination Headlights, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), and High Beam Assist (HBA) standard. Design elements include various alloy wheel options, ranging from 17-inch standard wheels to 19-inch alloy wheels on the Limited trim. Inside, seating surfaces range from cloth on base trims to H-Tex® leatherette-trimmed seats on SEL Premium and Limited trims. Convenience features on the Limited trim include ventilated front seats and a hands-free smart liftgate with auto open.
Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard on every trim of the 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA. The cabin features a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, which offers access to vehicle information and entertainment. The Limited trim adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation system. Connectivity is bolstered by Bluelink+, a standard connected car service for original owners that allows remote functions like remote start and door lock/unlock via a compatible smartphone. Premium technology includes the available Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, which allows a compatible smartphone to unlock and start the vehicle. The vehicle also supports Hyundai Pay, enabling payments for parking and gas directly through the touchscreen navigation. For driver assistance, Hyundai SmartSense features are extensive, including standard Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go and Lane Following Assist (LFA).
Where to Test Drive the 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA?
You can test drive the 2026 Hyundai Kona in San Diego, CA at Dalton Hyundai National City! This stylish and versatile SUV is built to impress with modern design, advanced features, and a smooth driving experience perfectly suited for both daily commutes and weekend adventures. Getting behind the wheel is the best way to truly appreciate its comfort, innovative technology, and confident performance. Our team at Dalton Hyundai is ready to help you discover why the new Kona is a standout choice for San Diego drivers.
*HTRAC AWD available on all trims (gas models only).
Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) can remotely help park the vehicle. However, several factors can impact RSPA performance. RSPA may not function correctly if one or more of the parking sensors is damaged, dirty or covered or if weather conditions (heavy rain, snow or fog) interfere with sensor operation. Always inspect the parking area with your own eyes. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title, and license fees. Freight charges and actual dealer prices may vary. Vehicles displayed may contain optional equipment at additional cost. Accessory items shown may vary according to model and illustration.
*190 horsepower available on SEL Premium and Limited trim.
*America's Best Warranty claim based on total package of warranty programs. See dealer for LIMITED WARRANTY details. See your Hyundai dealer and HyundaiUSA.com/Assurance for details and limitations regarding Hyundai's Powertrain Limited Warranty.
*Bluelink+ is available to original purchasers and lessees of new 2023 IONIQ 6 and new 2024 or newer Bluelink-equipped Hyundai models. Not available on all models and trims. Bluelink+ requires an active Bluelink account subject to the Connected Services Terms and Conditions. Bluelink features vary by model and trim. Only use Bluelink features and corresponding devices when safe to do so. Cellular and GPS coverage is required. Fees apply for map and multimedia over-the-air (OTA) updates after an initial three-year period of complimentary updates. Three-year term starts from the new vehicle date of first use. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change.
Bluelink services rely on digital wireless telecommunications technology outside of Hyundai’s control. Bluelink is dependent on 4G LTE cellular networks controlled and maintained by third-party wireless carriers. If and when these networks change and/or discontinue service, or the underlying technology required to support Bluelink becomes obsolete, then the connected services will not work and Hyundai will be forced to cancel impacted subscription services.
*Wi-Fi hotspot requires an active Bluelink account subject to the Hyundai Motor America Connected Services Terms and Conditions and an active data plan from Verizon. Coverage and service are not available in all areas. Wi-Fi hotspot is intended for passenger use only. Only use Wi-Fi and connected devices when safe to do so. See https://www.verizon.com/plans/connected-car/ for terms and conditions.
*Hyundai Pay is available on select 2021-2026 model year Hyundai vehicles equipped with Bluelink and touchscreen navigation. Requires an active Hyundai Bluelink mobile app account, subject to the Connected Services and Hyundai Pay Terms and Conditions. Cellular and GPS coverage is required. Only use Bluelink features and corresponding devices when safe to do so. Valid Visa, Mastercard, or American Express credit card must be linked to Hyundai Pay. Credit card eligibility and terms are determined by the card issuing bank. Hyundai Pay is currently accepted at select gas stations, charging stations and parking facilities (collectively, “Merchants”) in the U.S. Participating Merchants may not operate in all states or locations. Additional Merchant terms and fees may apply. Features, specifications, fees and availability are subject to change. Visit owners.hyundaiusa.com/resources for more information.
*Apple CarPlay is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Android Auto is compatible with Android phones running Android 6.0 or higher. Android Auto may not be available on all devices and is not available in all countries or regions. Additional apps may be required. Android and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC.
*Never program touchscreen navigation while driving. GPS mapping may not be detailed in all areas or reflect current road regulations. On trim levels where navigation system is available but not a standard feature, it is available as part of a specific options package. Not available on all models. See dealer regarding availability.
*Digital smartphone key requires a compatible smartphone and an appropriately equipped Hyundai vehicle. Not all smartphones are compatible. Hyundai vehicle must be equipped with smart key with push button start, wireless device charging, and Audio Video Navigation System 5.0 (or newer) or Display Audio 2.0. Tap to lock/unlock function works on front doors only. Requires MyHyundai with Bluelink app and active Bluelink account. Please visit www.MyHyundai.com for information on compatible devices. Features and specifications subject to change. See your Owner’s Manual for additional details and limitations.
*Class comparison based on primary small SUV competitors as defined by Hyundai Motor America. Competitors within this class are the Honda HR-V, Toyota Corolla-Cross, and the Subaru Crosstrek. Claim based on comparison of specifications on manufacturers' websites.
*The smart liftgate will open when the smart key is within 20-40 inches of the detection area for at least 3 seconds. Radio transmitters and other vehicle smart keys may interfere in the normal operation of the feature. See Owner’s Manual for further details and limitations. Make sure you close the liftgate before driving.
*For more information, visit Kelley Blue Book’s www.kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc.
*Standard on all trims.
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is not a collision avoidance or warning device. SCC is for highway use only and should not be used in poor weather, heavy or varying traffic, or on winding or slippery roads. Driver remains responsible to slow or stop the vehicle to avoid a collision. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on the Limited trim.
Surround View Monitor (SVM) is a parking support system. SVM cannot completely eliminate blind spots, may not detect every object and does not warn of moving objects. Always check surroundings before moving vehicle. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on Limited trim.
Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) assists driver in changing lanes by providing a live view of the blind spots on either side of the vehicle and an audible alert if another vehicle is detected. Turn signal must be activated and other system limitations apply. Do not rely exclusively on BVM. It is the driver's responsiblity to be aware of the surroundings and ensure it is clear before changing lanes or directions. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) may alert the driver of a potential collision by providing an audible and haptic warning and/or may apply braking. RCCA is active when the vehicle is in reverse and operating at low speeds. Never rely exclusively on RCCA. RCCA cannot prevent all collisions and may not provide alerts or braking in all conditions. Always look over your shoulder and use your mirrors to confirm rear clearance. There are limitations to the function, detection, range and clarity of the system. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) may assist the driver by warning via audio, visual and haptic feedback of other cars in the blind spot region. It senses the rear side territory of the vehicle when it is traveling over 20 mph. There are limitations to the function, range, detection and clarity of the system. It will not detect all vehicles or objects in the blind spot. Its operation depends on the size, distance, angle and relative speed difference between your car and other cars. BCW may not operate if sensors are obscured in any way. Do not rely exclusively on BCW. BCW is a supplemental system and the driver must still be attentive and exercise caution when driving. It is the driver's responsibility to be aware of the surroundings and ensure it is clear before changing lanes or directions. See Owner’s Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
Lane Following Assist (LFA) helps keep the vehicle centered in its lane only when the lane markings are clearly visible on the road. Lane Following Assist will not work under all circumstances and will not prevent loss of control. Lane Following Assist is a supplemental assist, and does not replace the need for extreme care and attention by the driver. See Owner’s Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) may assist the driver by warning via audio, visual and haptic feedback if your vehicle drifts out of it's driving lane without signaling. Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) will not work under all circumstances. It operates above 40 mph and only when it is able to detect painted lane markings. It cannot function if the lane markings cannot be seen clearly. If the lines cannot be seen clearly due to poor road conditions, weather, or lighting conditions, it may not function. It also may not function on very rough roads, when walls, curbs or concrete barriers are close by, or if following another car too closely. Since it "sees" the lane markings using a camera in the upper windshield area, it is imperative this area be clear and free of blockage such as stickers, dirt, snow, tinting material, markings and labels. Lane Keeping Assist is not a substitute for safe driving practices, but is a supplemental assist only. The driver is responsible for always maintaining command and control of the vehicle and must keep hands on the wheel at all times. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on Limited trim.
Highway Driving Assist (HDA) is for highway use only and can help keep the vehicle centered in its lane while maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle ahead only when the lane markings are clearly visible on the road and should not be used in poor weather, heavy or varying traffic, or on winding or slippery roads. HDA will not work under all circumstances and will not prevent loss of control. Driver remains responsible to slow or stop the vehicle to avoid a collision. See Owner’s Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) is only a warning to inform the driver of a potential lack of driver attention or drowsiness. It does not detect and provide an alert in every situation. It is the driver's responsibility to remain alert at all times. See Owner’s Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
Upon turning the engine off, Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) will provide a visual alert on the instrument cluster. ROA is not a substitute for driver attentiveness. Never leave a child or pet unattended in a vehicle. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on all trims.
When the vehicle is parked, Safe Exit Warning (SEW) can alert the driver when a vehicle is approaching from behind. SEW does not work in all situations and is not a substitute for driver or passenger attentiveness. Always be aware of your surroundings and attentive of approaching vehicles. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on Limited Trim.
Do not rely exclusively on Parking Distance Warning. Parking Distance Warning is a supplemental system and the driver must still be attentive and exercise caution when parking. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Standard on Limited trim.
Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) can remotely help park the vehicle. However, several factors can impact RSPA performance. RSPA may not function correctly if one or more of the parking sensors is damaged, dirty or covered or if weather conditions (heavy rain, snow or fog) interfere with sensor operation. Always inspect the parking area with your own eyes. See Owner's Manual for further details and limitations.
*Over-the-air (OTA) software updates are available and complimentary to original purchasers and lessees of new 2026 Bluelink-equipped Hyundai models (“Eligible Models”). Map and multimedia OTA updates are available and complimentary to original purchasers and lessees of Eligible Models for an initial three-year term, after which fees apply. Three-year term starts from new vehicle date of first use. OTA updates require an Eligible Model and an active Bluelink account subject to the Connected Services Terms and Conditions. Only use Bluelink features and corresponding devices when safe to do so. Cellular and GPS coverage is required. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change.
Bluelink services rely on digital wireless telecommunications technology outside of Hyundai’s control. Bluelink is dependent on 4G LTE cellular networks controlled and maintained by third-party wireless carriers. If and when these networks change and/or discontinue service, or their underlying technology required to support Bluelink becomes obsolete, then the connected services will not work and Hyundai will be forced to cancel impacted subscription services.
*Shopper Assurance available at participating Hyundai dealers. See HyundaiUSA.com/us/en/shopper-assurance for details.
*For every new Hyundai vehicle purchased, $22 is donated by Hyundai to Hyundai Hope on Wheels. Funds are used for pediatric cancer research grants and to raise public awareness. For more info please visit HyundaiHopeonWheels.org.

