2018 Hyundai Kona Review

The Hyundai Kona is a game-changer for compact SUVs. It brings a variety of features to the table, including high-end performance, versatility, and cutting-edge technology. This 2018 Hyundai Kona review is designed to provide drivers near Bloomington, Martinsville, and Ellettsville with easily accessible information about this new vehicle. Read through this complete review and breakdown of the features, performance numbers and other specs of the new Hyundai Kona, and learn where to go for a test drive. 

2018 Hyundai Kona Quick Facts
Seating Capacity: 5 people	MPG: Up to 28 city/ 32 hwy
Horsepower: 147-175 hp	Cargo Volume: 19.2 ft³, 45.8 ft³ with seat area
Dimensions: 164″ L x 71″ W x 61″ H	Trim Levels: SE, SEL, Limited, Ultimate

What Colors Does The Hyundai Kona Come In? 

• Surf Blue
• Ultra Black
• Lime Twist
• Chalk White
• Thunder Gray
• Pulse Red
• Sonic Silver

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2018 Hyundai Kona Specs 

Drivers have the opportunity to select between two engine options in the 2018 Kona. The first choice is a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that can produce 147 horsepower, and generate 132 lb-ft of torque. Efficiency is a trademark feature in both engines, and this particular motor shows out with an EPA-estimated 27 city / 33 highway MPG. A 6-speed automatic transmission is the standard pairing as well.

The second available engine provides drivers with quick-twitch acceleration. It’s a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder that can generate 175 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The added power doesn’t take away from the efficiency, as this option gets an EPA-estimated 28 city / 32 highway MPG. Finally, a unique 7-speed dual clutch transmission creates an effortless jump from one gear to the next.

If you’re looking to venture off-road, the Kona is a terrific choice. While it features standard front wheel drive, it does have an available all-wheel drive option with plenty of power and torque to help you tackle rigorous terrain.

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Kona Interior Dimensions 

The Hyundai Kona cabin is modernized to provide drivers with high-level entertainment and convenience, while also offering ample amounts of passenger and cargo room.

To start, the front seats feature 41.5 inches of legroom, while the back offers 34.6 inches. Altogether, the passenger volume reaches 94.1 cubic feet of space.

If you’re trying to make room for supplies, you’ll be happy to know the cargo volume with the rear seats up is 19.2 cubic feet. Plus, you can create even more space by folding these seats down. If you do that, you’ll have 45.8 cubic feet of cargo room.

To help keep you entertained, the Kona tech package has standard Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. These are integration systems that link your smartphone with your SUV, giving you the ability to listen to music, or access apps, on your touchscreen display. Another premier feature is the available wireless charging station located in the front of the cabin.

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Hyundai Kona Safety Features

The Hyundai Kona is designed to protect drivers and passengers with an array of safety equipment. It does this with a number of advanced features like Lane Change Assist. This system will alert you if vehicles are driving in your blind spot as you begin to switch lanes on the highway.

The Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning is similarly valuable. This system will warn you if you’re reversing out of a tight parking spot and a potential collision with cross-traffic seems likely. This warning gives you the opportunity to react appropriately by stepping on the brakes.

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2018 Hyundai Kona Exterior Design 

As exciting as the available powertrains make the 2018 Hyundai Kona, its design is what gives it an agile performance.

This subcompact SUV stands at 61.6 inches tall and 70.9 inches wide. This gives it the ability to turn quickly and deliver a drive that’s both stable and fun. You can count on dependable traction, too. It’s 164 inches long and has a 102.4-inch wheelbase to help you grip the road.

The exterior style also adds to the performance. While its body has a look that’s sleek, sporty, and bold, all at the same time, its rounded edges boost your acceleration by achieving a 0.32 drag coefficient.

Up front, you’ll first notice the signature black mesh Hyundai grille. Its large design is amplified by a thin air intake just above it, and a large intake and chrome bumper underneath.

You’ll get excellent visibility from LED daytime running lights and available front fog lights. While a set of diagonal projector headlights are standard, LED headlights are also available. These front lights surround the grille, which bolsters its appearance and makes your car easy to see.

Moving back, you’ll have an accent line at the top of each door and a silver and black scuff plate at the bottom. These run along the body of the vehicle. This SUV can run on either 16-, 17-, or 18-inch alloy wheels, depending on what trim level you choose.

Along the roof there are subtle matte black roof rails that can help you tie down up to 176 pounds of cargo. The standard roof color matches the body of the vehicle. However, exterior colors like Sonic Silver, Surf Blue, and Pulse Red offer a dark grey or black roof a bit of contrast.

Toward the back of the roof there’s a shark fin antenna. This finally culminates in a sporty roofline spoiler that extends slightly out over the rear windshield.

The rear taillights mirror the front headlights’ setup with a pair of sleek diagonal lights up top and a pair of square blinkers below them.

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Experience The Kona At Andy Mohr Hyundai

With fun-to-drive performance, modernized technology, and a flexible cabin, the 2018 Hyundai Kona is a smart choice for drivers near Bloomington, Martinsville, and Ellettsville.

If you would like to experience this compact SUV, schedule your test drive at Andy Mohr Hyundai today!