2026 Hyundai Kona

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Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5
4.6
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Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5Overall Rating 4.6/5
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Angelina M.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
10/08/2025
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It's not for me.

Research before you buy this vehicle.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 10/08/2025 08:48 AM

Hello Angelina,

Thank you for your feedback. ^cc


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Lynda B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
10/31/2025
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hated this car

Hated this car, not easy to get in or out of. Felt very unsafe in this car. The dealership bought this car back, paid off the loan but did not give me consideration for th$14,000. cash I put down. I now am leasing a Tucson. I did not want to lease but felt I had no choice because they would not compensate me for the cash I put down on the Kona. I also had to put down an additional deposit for the new vehicle.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 10/31/2025 04:14 PM

Hello Lynda,

We are sorry to hear about your experience with your vehicle. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we’re committed to working with our dealer partners to help address concerns and improve the overall customer experience. If there is anything further we can do to support you, please don’t hesitate to let us know. Thank you, ^cc. 


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Anisa M.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/27/2026
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Brand new car with engine issues

Leased a new 2026 kona new off the lot, have constant system engine warnings and check oil warnings multiple times over a few weeks even after taking the car back to dealership. My main issue was while driving on the freeway: the car jerked forward/quickly lost momentum in a split second then caught itself back again and I heard the engine skip/stall while I was driving on the freeway going apx 70mph. It also never picked up speed well enough and constantly heard the engine struggle when trying to pick up speed from either a stop light or stop sign. Engine system failure light came on 3-4 times and I was taking the car back to the dealership every week. After about a month I returned the car back to the dealership to switch to another car.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/27/2026 02:54 PM

Hello Anisa, thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Kona. We are sincerely sorry for all the issues you experienced, specifically the engine system failure warnings and the safety concern regarding the engine. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences, and your feedback will be taken into serious consideration. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer connect center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you, ^cc. 


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Lee S.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/21/2026
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Your finance company is a joke.

The car is fine but Hyundai as a corporate sucks and park ford Hyundai is the worst
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/21/2026 11:54 AM

Hello Lee,

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you felt our service was not up to your expectations. This is not the experience we want for our customers. If you have any concerns, please contact Hyundai Motor Finance at (800) 523-4030. ^cc


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Bonisha H.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
12/12/2025
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Kona

Haven’t had it long and it’s already in the shop with electrical problems
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/12/2025 11:08 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Kona, Bonisha. A representative will be in touch with you to discuss your concerns further. ^cc


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David R.
2026 Hyundai Kona
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
12/29/2025

Del sueño

Donde todo se puede
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/30/2025 09:01 AM

Hola David, 


Muchas gracias por tu reseña. En Hyundai, nos comprometemos a ofrecer la mejor experiencia, calidad y valor en cada uno de nuestros productos. En Hyundai valoramos enormemente los comentarios de nuestros clientes, utilizando las inquietudes y opiniones en nuestro constante esfuerzo por ofrecer productos de primera clase. 


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Faison B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
01/16/2026
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2026 Hyundai Kona

It’s just an ok truck very small and very low
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/19/2026 08:42 AM

Hey Faison, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far.  We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumer preferences. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc. 


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Lawrence R.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
10/17/2025
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to long

review was to long
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 10/17/2025 08:28 AM

Thank you for your feedback, Lawrence.


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Carol B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
10/28/2025
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Our New Kona

We are still getting to know our Kona
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 10/29/2025 06:26 AM

Hey Carol, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far.  We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumer preferences. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc. 


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Tiffanymarie B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/04/2025
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Great car with nice features but bad mic

The vehicle is very nice with the classic grey color and the features in this car is amazing but the cons is the mic in the car needs a update. The mic has horrible sound quality when speaking with someone, there is static.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/04/2025 07:07 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Kona, Tiffanymarie. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc 


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Bum Y.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/21/2025
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medium satisfaction level

in all models of this car. the air conditioning turns on automatcally 2min to 3minutes after the engine is turned off. but it only gets fullyfunctional after 5min to 6minuters. that's why i'm only giving it 3stars.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/21/2025 03:50 PM

Hello Bum, Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Kona. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc


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Tommy W.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/29/2025
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2026 Kona Sport

Overall good commuter vehicle this model has wireless charging and apple and android car play.Power seats would be a nice accessory.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/01/2025 07:23 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Kona, Tommy. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc 


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Tracy M.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/28/2025
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I was happy to get a new car.

I purchased car 9-10-25 and received my second key 12-24-25 I felt irritated
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/01/2025 07:24 AM

We are sorry to hear about your experience with one of our dealerships, Tracy. Each dealership runs its own operations, but we hold them to the highest standards. We will share your feedback with them. If you’d like to discuss more details with us, please call us at 800-633-5151. Thank you. ^cc


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Vediesha B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
12/06/2025
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Windows should have been tinted & automatic adjustment of driver seat

2026 should be more modern
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/08/2025 07:05 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Kona, Vediesha. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc 


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Kimberly B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
12/12/2025
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2026 Hyundai Kona

2026 new Kona Hyundai
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/15/2025 07:47 AM

Hey Kimberly, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far. We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumer preferences. If you need any assistance or  if you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc. 


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Jessica B.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
12/16/2025
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Small package

The vehicle has a futuristic style
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/16/2025 04:05 PM

Thank you for sharing your first impressions of your vehicle with us Jessica. Our customers’ opinions greatly matter to us when considering future versions of our vehicles. ^cc


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Deborah M.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
12/27/2025
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nice compact car

I am not comfortable with my car,
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 12/29/2025 07:19 AM

Hey Deborah, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle  2026 Hyundai Kona and experience thus far. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer care center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc


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Joseph M.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/19/2026
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Less power for being a 1.6T

Noisy engine.. proximity sensors going off all the time. Lack of power in standard drive mode... less than 5k miles. On it. Just seems like it could be better for high price tag
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/19/2026 03:16 PM

Thank you for your feedback regarding your vehicle. We understand your concerns about the lack of power, noisy engine, and proximity sensors. We encourage you to visit your local authorized Hyundai dealership for further inspection and assistance. If you have any questions or concerns after your dealership visit, please contact our customer care center at 800-633-5151. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. ^cc


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Dorett H.
2026 Hyundai Kona
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/20/2026
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Engine knocking

Brought a brand new 2026 and the engine knocks
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/20/2026 01:49 PM

Hello Dorett,

We would like the opportunity to investigate this. A representative will be in touch with you shortly to investigate further ^cc


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Cynthia L.
2026 Hyundai Kona
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/19/2026
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Expectations definitely not meant

I have only made one payment on my vehicle and we all know when we buy a new vehicle. We don’t have payments anywhere from 45 to 60 days and I have already had a service my vehicle and have things replaced. There’s a lot of little things that are wrong and for being a 2026, I don’t think that’s acceptable.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/19/2026 02:21 PM

Jellp Cynthia, We encourage you to continue working with your authorized Hyundai dealership for assistance.  If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer connect center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc. 


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