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Hyundai Kona 2018

The 2018 Hyundai Kona range of configurations is currently priced from $16,999. Our most recent review of the 2018 Hyundai Kona resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Family reviewer Nedahl Stelio had this to say at the time: The Hyundai Kona was such a fun car, I enjoyed driving it all week. It zips around town so easily I barely had to think while driving it. It has just enough interior space for the four of us, even if my tall husband did look rather large in it, we were actually quite comfortable. The only space it’s lacking is boot space - if it had a larger boot it would be an excellent family car. 

You can read the full review here.

This is what Nedahl Stelio liked most about this particular version of the Hyundai Kona: Exterior design, Zippy drive, Safety features

The 2018 Hyundai Kona carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1300 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Hyundai Kona is also known as the Hyundai Kauai (Portugal) and the Hyundai Encino (China) in markets outside Australia.

Hyundai Kona 2018 Price and Specs

The Hyundai Kona 2018 is currently available from $16,999 for the Kona Active AWD up to $31,620 for the Kona Highlander (awd).

Pricing guides

$23,990
Based on 184 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months
Lowest Price
$16,999
Highest Price
$31,620
Hyundai Kona Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
Active SUV 2.0L ULP 6 SP AUTO $20,460 $25,960
Active (awd) SUV 1.6L ULP 7 SP AUTO $23,210 $28,710
Active (fwd) SUV 2.0L ULP 6 SP AUTO $21,340 $27,060
Active AWD SUV 1.6L ULP 7 SP AUTO $21,340 $26,950
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Hyundai Kona 2018 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2018 Hyundai Kona are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1800mm x 1550mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Hyundai Kona 2018 Dimensions  include 1550mm height, 1800mm width, 4165mm length.
Hyundai Kona Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
GO (fwd) SUV 1550x1800x4165 mm 170 mm
Active SUV 1550x1800x4165 mm 170 mm
GO Safety (fwd) SUV 1550x1800x4165 mm 170 mm
Active (fwd) SUV 1550x1800x4165 mm 170 mm
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Hyundai Kona 2018 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Hyundai Kona 2018 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • My 2018 Kona Active steering wheel is making noises when turning or when I come to a stop.

    The best guess is that the noise is being generated by the electric motor integrated into the steering column that acts as the power-steering in the Kona. If it’s s faint noise that is heard more often with the windows closed and the stereo off, then it’s the same noise that other Kona owners have noted.

    Another possibility is a noisy clock-spring. This is a flexible electrical contact inside the top of the steering column that allows the steering wheel to turn while still maintaining all the electrical contacts that power the air-bags and steering wheel-mounted controls. These clock springs often become noisy just before they fail.

    Your car is still under warranty, and since you’ve already logged the fault with your Hyundai dealer, it’s now a pre-existing problem and must be fixed by Hyundai, even if the car itself runs out of warranty in the meantime.

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  • Is it normal for a 2018 Hyundai Kona to have a rusty muffler after three years?

    It’s a bit of a surprise to learn that a brand-new muffler lasted just two years before needing replacement, and that’s certainly not what most mechanics would consider normal. But it isn’t unheard of, either.

    One of the by-products of burning petrol is water. That explains the cloud-like water-vapour you see when a car is first started on a cold morning. Once the car is up to running temperature, however, that water is turned completely to steam and exits the tailpipe. But, if the vehicle is only ever used for short trips where the exhaust system never gets hot enough to evaporate all that water, then the water can sit inside the system (typically inside the muffler, and in a sometimes acidic environment) where it can cause rust to develop.

    This is a lot less common in modern cars with catalytic converters which cause the exhaust to run at a higher temperature and get there faster, but it can still happen – as you now know. The best fix is to fit a stainless-steel exhaust system which simply refuses to rust, but they’re expensive and I wouldn’t expect Hyundai to go to that expense for a warranty claim.

    So will it happen again in another two years? If the cause of the rusty muffler is as I’ve explained here, then there’s a very good chance it will happen again thanks to your car’s pattern of use. But if the problem was simply a bad batch of mufflers that weren’t rust-proofed correctly at the factory (and it happens) then a new muffler shouldn’t rot out so quickly. But it makes us wonder if Victoria’s extended COVID lockdown and the notorious five-kilometre-radius-from-home rule may have forced drivers into lots of short trips for months on end. Perhaps you’re seeing the start of a trend here.

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  • What is the grating noise behind the wheel of my 2018 Hyundai Kona?

    This is a relatively common complaint among Hyundai Kona owners. Sometimes the noise manifests as a buzz or a groan and sometimes it’s loud enough to hear over the stereo. Since your car has electrically-assisted power-steering, there’s no chance that it’s a lack of hydraulic fluid causing the noise, but some Hyundai specialists believe the noise comes from a worm gear within the electric assistance unit. It seems that even in almost new cars, there can be enough wear in this component to cause a noise. The other possible cause is the clock-spring which is a spring that resides inside the steering column and maintains the electrical connections with the steering-wheel mounted controls, the air-bag and the rest of the car, yet still allows you to turn the wheel to steer the car. The good news is that your car is well and truly within the factory warranty period, so a Hyundai dealer is obliged to sort it out for you. Just don’t make the mistake of taking 'they all do that' for an answer.

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  • Hyundai Kona 2018: Speed-reading error

    Ah, the perennial fast speedo! It’s a problem that affects every car on the road, as carmakers are not allowed to make a speedo that is slow. But it is allowed to sell a speedo that is fast, at least within a specified tolerance. It can’t simply be fixed, you have to put up with it. Presumably you have an alternative device that gives you a more accurate speed-reading and you should rely on that.

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Hyundai Kona 2018 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2018 Hyundai Kona is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Hyundai Kona currently offers fuel consumption from 6.7 to 7.2L/100km. The Hyundai Kona is available with the following fuel type: ULP.

Hyundai Kona Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
Active SUV 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO 7.2L/100km
Active (awd) SUV 1.6L,ULP,7 SP AUTO 6.7L/100km
Active (fwd) SUV 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO 7.2L/100km
Active AWD SUV 1.6L,ULP,7 SP AUTO 6.7L/100km
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Hyundai Kona 2018 Towing capacity

The Hyundai Kona’s towing capacity ranges from 1250kg to 1300kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Hyundai Kona Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
GO (fwd) SUV 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO 1300kg
Active SUV 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO 1300kg
GO Safety (fwd) SUV 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO 1300kg
Active (fwd) SUV 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO 1300kg
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Hyundai Kona 2018 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 2018 Hyundai Kona will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Hyundai Kona vary from 16x6.5 inches to 18x7.5 inches.

Hyundai Kona Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
GO (fwd) SUV 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
Active SUV 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
GO Safety (fwd) SUV 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
Active (fwd) SUV 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
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