Hyundai Kona Problems

Are you having problems with your Hyundai Kona? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Hyundai Kona issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Hyundai Kona in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Hyundai Kona 2019: Tips for first electric car
Answered by Graham Smith · 26 Apr 2019

The main thing to consider is the recharging. The Kona is said to have a range of almost 450 km, which is good, but you need to consider where you will be able to charge it when you need to. And remember it takes a little longer to recharge the batteries than it does to refuel a petrol car.

Can a Hyundai Kona take 91-octane?
Answered by Graham Smith · 15 Mar 2018

91-octane regular unleaded, and it can accept E10.

Hyundai Kona: How do I release the fuel cap?
Answered by Graham Smith · 29 Mar 2019

The car has to be unlocked to release the fuel cap. If it is just press the cap at the 3 o’clock position and it should spring open.

Hyundai Kona: One reverse light?
Answered by Lily Murray · 10 May 2019

It does have only one reverse light - the other one is a rear fog light. 

Hyundai Kona: Where is it made?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 08 Feb 2019

The Hyundai Kona is built in Hyundai's Ulsan facility, in South Korea.

Can a Hyundai Kona tow a trailer?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 22 Feb 2019

Hyundai's Kona small SUV carries a tow capacity of 1250kg (braked) or 600kg (unbraked), but that is total weight so you really shouldn't expect it to handle much more than light loads in very small trailers.

Is the Hyundai Kona all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 22 Feb 2019

The Hyundai Kona doesn't have the option for switchable diff locking, or a low-range ratio gearbox, so it should be considered all wheel drive instead of a 4x4 (which includes those features for off-road driving).

Hyundai Kona: How long is it?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 16 Feb 2019

The Hyundai Kona is 4165mm long

Hyundai Kona: Is it a good car?
Answered by Iain Kelly · 15 Feb 2019

Hyundai's Kona has won a lot of praise thanks to its generous spec levels, attractive styling and good on-road manners. If you're looking for a compact SUV similar to a Mazda CX-3 I would take a good look at the Kona as Hyundai have been building seriously impressive cars for over 10 years now.

What is the fuel consumption on a 2019 Hyundai Kona?
Answered by Graham Smith · 01 Mar 2019

The combined average is 72 L/100 km, the extra urban consumption is 5.8 L/100km, and the urban consumption is 9.7 L/100 km.

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