Touted as the small SUV that’s big on adventure, the 2020 Hyundai Kona has a lot going for it. With affordable finance options and a unique design that turns heads, this is one subcompact you’ll want to take for a spin.
Comfortable, Upscale Cabin
Despite its cozy size, the 2020 Kona offers a premium interior that might surprise you. Even plastic surfaces throughout the cabin are well-made and intuitively placed for easy reach, including the dashboard controls and infotainment system. Of course, cargo capacity and rear seating are limited for an SUV, but the Kona’s front seats offer plenty of space for average-height adults.
In total, the Kona can seat five people, but the rear seats offer little leg or headroom for tall adults. The back seats feature two sets of LATCH connectors and a middle tether anchor. The space is more than adequate for kids, making the 2020 Kona a great option for a small family vehicle.
Plenty of Standard Features
One of the best things about the 2020 Hyundai Kona is the number of standard features. Even the base SE model features remote keyless entry, a rearview camera, two USB ports, Bluetooth, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay compatibility, a 7-inch infotainment touch screen, and a six-speaker sound system.
In terms of safety, the SE boasts automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and lane-keeping assist.
Upper trims add even more standard features, such as heated front seats, satellite radio, blind-spot monitoring, a wireless smartphone charging pad, roof rails, and leather upholstery. The top-of-the-line Ultimate trim even includes pedestrian detection, rear parking sensors, forward collision mitigation, automatic wipers, and automatic high beams.
Impressive Performance
Don’t let the 2020 Kona’s classification as a subcompact SUV deter you. In real-world tests, the turbocharged Kona beat its rivals by delivering an impressive 32 mpg during a 200-mile highway fuel-economy test. The base four-cylinder Kona returned 33 mpg in the same test.
Thanks to its size, the Kona provides a fun, agile ride that remains smooth despite rough road conditions. Its excellent suspension ensures a quiet ride while the peppy turbocharged engine provides responsive acceleration. If you’re interested in a test drive, you might consider driving both powertrains to feel the difference between the 147-horsepower four-cylinder and the 175-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder, particularly if you’re in the market for an all-wheel drive.
Generous Warranty Coverage
Hyundai is known in the industry for its generous 10-year powertrain warranty. The 2020 Kona enjoys the same manufacturer’s coverage as the rest of Hyundai’s lineup, so if you’re debating which brand of SUV is worth buying, don’t neglect to weigh the warranty options.
On top of its well-known powertrain coverage, Hyundai is now offering complimentary scheduled maintenance through the end of June, which is an unusual incentive for nonluxury manufacturers. There’s simply never been a better time to buy a Hyundai.
Although small in size, the 2020 Hyundai Kona is big on features. If you’re in the market for a subcompact SUV, stop by Mike Kelly Hyundai for a test drive.
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