Real price data
What should you pay for a 2026 Hyundai Kona?
Original MSRP
$26,850
When new
Fair market price
$26,570
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$280
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $25,892 · 75th $27,796 · MSRP $26,850
Spread of current 2026 Hyundai Kona listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $25,276 | $26,850 | — |
| SEL Sport | $26,762 | $28,175 | — |
| SEL Premium | $27,876 | $28,550 | — |
| limited | — | $34,150 | — |
- SE
- $25,276
- SEL Sport
- $26,762
- SEL Premium
- $27,876
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2026 Hyundai Kona runs about $26,881 in MT to $29,358 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,926 | $110+ | $28,606 |
| TX | $1,661 | $332 | $28,563 |
| FL | $1,594 | $1,074+ | $29,238 |
| NY | $1,063 | $371 | $28,004 |
| PA | $1,594 | $587 | $28,751 |
| IL | $1,661 | $683 | $28,914 |
| OH | $1,528 | $444 | $28,542 |
| GA | $1,860 | $637 | $29,067 |
| NC | $797 | $793 | $28,160 |
| WA | $1,727 | $215+ | $28,512 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $27,095 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2026 Hyundai Kona.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.
Campaign 26V047000 · 27/01/2026
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Kona vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 5, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 295. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.
Campaign 26V069000 · 06/02/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
What the experts say
8.7/ 10
Based on 4 expert reviews from 4 sources
Based on analysis of 4 professional reviews, the 2026 Hyundai Kona earns an expert score of 87. Reviewers consistently praise its Edgy styling, Strong suite of tech, Spacious for segment. However, some note concerns about Waiting for the Kona N and Pricey upper trims. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Edgy styling
- Strong suite of tech
- Spacious for segment
- Fetching good looks
- Roomy interior
Watch-outs
- Waiting for the Kona N
- Pricey upper trims
- Hybrid not offered
- Modest base engine
- Borderline-anemic base engine
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2026 Hyundai Kona?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $26,570, within a typical market range of $25,892 to $27,796.
Is the 2026 Hyundai Kona cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $26,850, so a fair used price is roughly $280 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Hyundai Kona?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $26,881 in MT to $29,358 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is the 2026 Hyundai Kona a good car?
Based on analysis of 4 professional reviews, the 2026 Hyundai Kona earns an expert score of 87. Reviewers consistently praise its Edgy styling, Strong suite of tech, Spacious for segment. However, some note concerns about Waiting for the Kona N and Pricey upper trims. This consensus represents the c
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/21/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.