2026 Hyundai Kona
SEL Sport AWD
What the SEL Sport adds over the SE (+$2,675)
| Spec | SE | SEL Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in | 8.1 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,500 | $28,175 |
| Overall height | 62.2 in | 62.4 in |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Multi-link |
| Tire size | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: "Aero" wiper blades, 18 X 7.0J Alloys / 215/55R18, 2nd Row AC Vents, Cargo-area cover - Fixed shelf-type, carpeted/plastic, Dual Automatic Temperature Control w/ Auto Defog, Front passenger seat height adjustment (manual), Glove compartment - Illuminated, Heated front seats, LED interior lights, Leather-wrapped steering wheel, Outside Mirrors - Gloss Black, Outside Mirrors - Heated, Power windows with front auto-up/down, Privacy glass - Rear/quarter/back glass, Rear center armrest with cupholders, Roof rails - Black, Side mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators, Sunvisors w/ LED Illumination, Wireless Device Charging (For Supported Devices)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 63.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 25.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 126.7 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 62.4 in |
| Overall length | 171.3 in |
| Overall width | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | 2 Step Variable + VCM |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1999 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.9 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.7 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,175 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.8 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column-mounted, Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/55R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 6.1 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
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Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety41 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/ Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection
- Smart Cruise Control w/Stop & Go
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/ Junction Turning (JT) Detection
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1) / Front passenger (1)
- Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- 2.5-MPH Bumpers
- ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Warning (BCW)
- Bodyside reinforcements
- Brake-Booster Single, 10.5" LHD
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
- Electronic Shift Lock System & Ignition Key Interlock – Electronic type
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/ Direct Oncoming (DO) Detection
- Front + Rear Seatbelt Reminder
- Front + Rear seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters (outboard positions)
- Front crumple zone
- Haptic Feedback steering wheel
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) (door logic-type)
- Rear child safety locks
- Side air curtains with rollover sensors
- Smart Cruise Controls (steering wheel mounted)
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Indicator
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth® controls
- 12.3-Inch Touchscreen Audio (ccNC Lite): AM/FM/SiriusXM®/HD Radio® System with 6-speakers
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Bluelink® Connected Car System
- Front dual 3-amp USB-C outlets (1x Power/Data & 1x Power)
- OTA Software Updates
- Rear dual 3-amp USB-C outlets (2x Power)
- Wireless Device Charging (For Supported Devices)
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Proximity key entry with push button start and remote start
- Remote start (on key fob)
- 12-volt outlet - Front
- Power door locks
- Power window lock-out button
- Power windows with front auto-up/down
- Proximity w/ Remote Start, detachable valet key & push button start (2 keys)
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Remote releases (hood & fuel filler door)
Climate4 std · 1 opt
- 2nd Row AC Vents
- Cabin air filter
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control w/ Auto Defog
- Rear seat heater ducts
- PTC Heater (AWD) optional
Seating8 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- 6-way adjustable driver's seat
- 60/40 Split flat rear seatback with adjustable head restraints (left, center, right)
- Front passenger seat height adjustment (driver - manual)
- Front passenger seat height adjustment (manual)
- Rear seat recline function
- Seating Surfaces - Cloth
- Rear center armrest with cupholders
Interior20 std · 1 opt
- 4.2-inch Color Multi-Information Display
- Assist grips (3) & rear coat hanger (1)
- Cargo area light
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Door handles - Black (interior)
- Door sill plates - Plastic
- Floor covering - Needle Punch
- Front center console - Fixed armrest storage with tray
- Front dual cupholders - Center console-mounted, fixed
- Glove compartment - Illuminated
- Glove compartment - With Damper
- Headliner - Knit-Type
- LED interior lights
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Shift knob (traditional)
- Storage tray - Center Stack / Center Console / Above glovebox
- Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night
- Manual Tilt + Telescoping steering column
- Sunvisors w/ LED Illumination
- Sunvisors w/ sliding function and dual vanity mirror with cover
- Floor mats - Carpeted optional
Exterior24 std · 2 opt
- LED Projector headlights
- "Aero" wiper blades
- 18 X 7.0J Alloys / 215/55R18
- Active grille shutters (front grille)
- Body cladding - Textured Black
- Fr/Rr Lower Bumper Molding - Textured Black
- Front 2-speed/variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Hood insulator
- Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable)
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED taillights
- Outside Mirrors - Gloss Black
- Outside Mirrors - Heated
- Rear spoiler - Integrated with CHMSL
- Roof Antenna - Shark-fin
- Roof rails - Black
- Side mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators
- Washer fluid sensor
- Roof cross rails optional
- Automatic headlights
- Privacy glass - Rear/quarter/back glass
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass - Front Door, Windshield
- Compact Temporary Spare Tire
- LED Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
- Mud Guards Front/Rear optional
Powertrain5 std · 2 opt
- AWD, Active On-Demand optional
- FWD
- Drive Mode Select (Center-console mounted)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
- Nu PE Engine Family 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder
- Shift-by-Cable w/ SHIFTRONIC® manual shift mode
- AWD Lock optional
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- Column-mounted, Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)
Cargo3 std · 0 opt
- Cargo tie-down anchors (4) - 1x cargo area corners
- Cargo-area cover - Fixed shelf-type, carpeted/plastic
- Dual level cargo floor
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Kona. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SEL Sport
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Sport?
The manufacturer lists $28,175 for the 2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Sport. That is $2,675 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Hyundai Kona SEL Sport add over the SE?
Against the SE, 19 features become standard that the SE does not and 6 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.