2025 Hyundai Kona Limited

The 2025 Hyundai Kona Limited is the top-tier trim of Hyundai's compact SUV, offering a comprehensive suite of premium features, advanced technology, and a more powerful engine option. It caters to buyers seeking a well-appointed and stylish crossover with a robust list of amenities.

Key Features and Specifications

  • Powertrain and Performance:
    • Equipped with a 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) 4-cylinder engine.
    • Horsepower: 190 hp @ 6,000 rpm.
    • Torque: 195 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,500 rpm.
    • Transmission: Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.
    • Drivetrain: Available with HTRAC All-Wheel Drive (AWD) in addition to standard Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). AWD models typically feature an independent multi-link rear suspension for improved ride and handling.
    • Features Drive Mode Select (Normal, Sport, Snow).
  • Fuel Economy:
    • FWD: 26 mpg city / 32 mpg highway / 28 mpg combined.
    • AWD: 24 mpg city / 29 mpg highway / 26 mpg combined.
  • Exterior Design:
    • Features distinct and modern styling with a sleek profile.
    • Equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels.
    • LED headlights and Daytime Running Lights (DRL).
    • Power tilt-and-slide sunroof.
    • Hands-free smart liftgate with auto open.
    • Integrated roof rails and redesigned front and rear bumpers.
    • Black grille and body-colored front bumper with black rub strip/fascia accent.
  • Interior and Comfort:
    • Spacious cabin designed for comfort and functionality, seating five passengers.
    • H-Tex® leatherette-trimmed seats are standard, offering a premium feel.
    • Heated and ventilated front seats for enhanced comfort in varying climates.
    • 8-way power driver’s seat with 2-way lumbar support.
    • Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with a 3-mode heat setting (High/Low/Off).
    • Dual-zone automatic climate control for individualized temperature settings.
    • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat for versatile cargo and passenger configurations.
    • Cargo space of approximately 25.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats, expanding to 63.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.
    • Metal door sill plates for an upscale touch.
    • Overhead LED interior lighting.
    • Ambient interior lighting in various areas, including the upper center console and front door pockets.
  • Technology and Infotainment:
    • **Dual 12.3-inch displays** for the digital instrument cluster and a central infotainment touchscreen, providing a wide and immersive digital experience.
    • **Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto** compatibility is standard across all trims, a significant upgrade.
    • Bose premium audio system with 8 speakers and an external amplifier.
    • Navigation system with dynamic voice recognition.
    • Wireless charging pad for smartphones.
    • Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch.
    • Bluelink connected car system with OTA (Over-The-Air) software updates.
    • Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire gear selector.
    • HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter.
  • Safety and Driver-Assistance Systems:
    • Equipped with the comprehensive **Hyundai SmartSense** safety suite, including:
      • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection.
      • Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) and Lane Following Assist (LFA).
      • Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA).
      • Driver Attention Warning (DAW).
      • Smart Cruise Control 2 (SCC 2) with Stop & Go.
      • Highway Driving Assist 1.
      • Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse (PDW-F&R) with front and rear parking sensors.
      • Surround View Monitor (SVM) for a 360-degree view around the vehicle.
      • Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) which displays a camera view of blind spots in the instrument cluster.
      • Safe Exit Warning (SEW).
      • Rear Occupant Alert (ROA).
    • Aerial View Camera System.
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
The 2025 Hyundai Kona Limited aims to provide a near-luxury experience in the compact SUV segment, packed with advanced features and a capable turbocharged engine, making it a strong contender for those seeking premium content in a smaller footprint.