2021 Hyundai Kona

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2021 Hyundai Kona is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Single-speed
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric
Economy: 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder

Range / Battery

258 mi range (415.210752 km) · EPA

Drivetrain

AWD, FWD

Transmission

Automatic, Single-speed

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder
Displacement	1.6 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Single-speed
Gears	1 to 7
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)
Highway	29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)
Electric range	258 mi (415 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.

21V301000: ENGINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact…
Reported April 28, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 4, 2026

Data verified: November 4, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2021 Hyundai Kona have?

Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Hyundai Kona?

Combined fuel economy is 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

What is the electric range of the 2021 Hyundai Kona?

258 mi (415 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.

Is the 2021 Hyundai Kona front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Kona?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.