2025 Hyundai Kona parked at the end of a hiking trail 

2025 Hyundai Kona

With a recently refreshed design and plenty of specs worth giving a second glance, the 2025 Hyundai Kona couldn't come at a better time. This subcompact SUV has been a popular choice across North America since its debut in 2017 and continues to be a sporty, high-performing, and affordable five-seater on the market. With the 2025 release, we see minimal updates, as this is a carryover model for the company this year. That is not surprising, as the Kona just saw a significant overhaul in 2024. However, there are still exciting things to discuss, including new pricing, so continue reading to learn more!

2025 Hyundai Kona Overview: What's New?

Regarding new features in the 2025 Hyundai Kona, you can expect some trim level changes, including the addition of a new N Line S trim positioned just below the standard N Line. It will not offer the same premium audio system, adaptive cruise control, or sunroof as the N Line, but it does include the 190-horsepower four-cylinder engine. Additionally, the SEL trim with Convenience Package is now a standalone trim called, logically, SEL Convenience. Aside from these changes, you can expect the 2025 Kona to be similar to the 2024 model.

Summary: In 2025, Hyundai Kona drivers will have two new trims, the N Line S and the SEL Convenience.

Trim Levels and Pricing

For those wondering about trim levels and pricing when shopping for a 2025 Hyundai Kona, there will be six unique models to choose from. Base pricing starts at $24,350, with top-line Limited Konas retailing for $31,900. Even then, this remains one of the most affordable SUVs in its segment and continues to be a great choice for families.

SE

To kick off this year's Kona release, the SE is your base model, retailing for $24,350. With this particular SUV, you will get all standard features, including:

  • FWD: 29 City/34 Hwy/31 Combined
  • AWD: 27 City/29 Hwy/28 Combined
  • 147-horsepower 2.0-liter MPI 4-cylinder engine
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen display
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration for your iPhone®
  • Proximity Key with push-button start

SEL

The next trim in the 2025 Hyundai Kona is the SEL model. This builds on the SE, retailing for $25,700. You can expect the following features as standard:

  • FWD: 28 City/35 Hwy/31 Combined
  • AWD: 26 City/29 Hwy/27 Combined
  • 147-horsepower 2.0-liter MPI 4-cylinder engine
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Roof side rails
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Power driver seat with lumbar

SEL Convenience

The new trim for the 2025 Hyundai Kona is the SEL Convenience model. As mentioned, this combines the SEL with the previous Convenience Package, adding plenty of comfort features to your SUV this year. It retails for $27,900 and offers these specs:

  • FWD: 28 City/35 Hwy/31 Combined
  • AWD: 26 City/29 Hwy/27 Combined
  • 147-horsepower 2.0-liter MPI 4-cylinder engine
  • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
  • Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation
  • Heated front seats

N Line S

Another new trim for 2025 is the N Line S. This is a step below the traditional performance N Line, but it comes without the sunroof, adaptive cruise control, and premium audio system. It retails for $29,350 and includes the following as standard:

  • FWD: 26 City/32 Hwy/28 Combined
  • AWD: 24 City/29 Hwy/26 Combined
  • 190-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine
  • N Line Black Alcantara® Sport combination seats
  • N Line 19-inch alloy wheels
  • N Line interior accents
  • N Line exterior accents

N Line

The next model in the 2025 Hyundai Kona lineup is the N Line trim, boasting heightened performance and specialty features only found in N Line configurations. It retails for $30,900 and includes these specifications:

  • FWD: 26 City/32 Hwy/28 Combined
  • AWD: 24 City/29 Hwy/26 Combined
  • 190-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine
  • Bose® Premium Audio
  • Power tilt-and-slide sunroof
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation
  • Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch

Limited

Finishing off the 2025 Hyundai Kona release, we have the most deluxe Limited trim. With this selection, you get the most upgrades across major categories, starting at $31,900. Here's what you get with this SUV:

  • FWD: 26 City/32 Hwy/28 Combined
  • AWD: 24 City/29 Hwy/26 Combined
  • 190-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine
  • Hands-free smart liftgate with auto-open
  • Surround View Monitor (SVM)
  • Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
  • Ventilated front seats

Performance and Efficiency

For the performance and efficiency of the 2025 Hyundai Kona, you can expect the same features as last year. Specifically, your engine options for this release are the standard 147-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder or the available turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that produces up to 190 horsepower. You may also want to note that this SUV has a standard 8-speed automatic transmission in higher trims (turbocharged 1.6-liter), while base models will get a standard continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Regarding torque, you have 132 to 195 pound-feet, with the lower end coinciding with your base engine. 0-60 MPH test times for this nameplate are 7.5 seconds in turbocharged models, making it a lively option for those in the affordable segment. You also have standard front-wheel drive or the available HTRAC all-wheel drive for higher trims, so that's another detail to keep in mind for the 2025 Kona.

Fuel Economy and MPG

According to the EPA, the 2025 Hyundai Kona achieves fuel efficiency ratings of up to 29 city / 34 highway MPG in base engines, while the turbocharged models sit closer to 24 MPG city and 29 MPG highway. This is expected, as most performance engines consume more fuel to function.

Exterior Design

The exterior remains one of the Hyundai Kona family's most exciting and well-designed components. With the traditional ICE model we're discussing today (and the electric variant), you get a sharp, futuristic aesthetic, with the Kona featuring a dynamic black grille, LED lighting, standard 17-inch alloy wheels, available roof-side rails, body-colored side mirrors, specialty N Line 19-inch alloy wheels (N Line S and N Line only), and nine vibrant colors to choose from across the six trims. Overall, this SUV is as fun to look at as it is to drive.

Color Options

For the 2025 Hyundai Kona, the brand offers plenty of color options for creativity. Here are your choices, which may vary by trim, for this year:

  • Abyss Black Pearl
  • Cyber Gray Metallic
  • Ecotronic Gray Pearl
  • Ultimate Red Metallic
  • Mirage Green
  • Atlas White
  • Soultronic Orange Pearl
  • Denim Blue Pearl
  • Neoteric Yellow

Each trim may have more or fewer color options, depending on what you choose. N Line models also have the option for black-accented roofs, giving them a unique look.

2025 Hyundai Kona interior 

Interior and Technology

The interior and technology of the 2025 Hyundai Kona offer plenty to get excited about. This model provides everything from standard cloth seats to 6-8-way power-adjustable front seating, heated seating, leather-wrapped steering, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, HD Radio™, SiriusXM, the available Bose Premium Audio with an external amp and eight speakers, plus Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® as standard.

Safety Features

For safety features, the 2025 Kona, like all new Hyundais, comes equipped with standard SmartSense technology. This means your SUV will feature an array of intelligent sensors, cameras, and driver-assistance technology to give you an extra set of eyes on the road. Here's what you can expect:

  • Forward collision warning with pedestrian detection
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Blind-spot and rear cross-traffic warning
  • Driver inattention warning system
  • Road-sign recognition

This year, adaptive cruise control is also available in higher trims, making it worth considering for some drivers. The IIHS ranks the Kona as a Top Safety Pick+ model, the highest honor it awards, making it an incredibly safe choice for you and your household.

Warranty for the 2025 Hyundai Kona

Warranty coverage for the 2025 Hyundai Kona remains as excellent as the rest of the fleet. It covers your vehicle for five years from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first (basic), and ten years or 100,000 miles of powertrain protection. Hyundai is one of the more generous auto manufacturers with its warranty coverage on new models, so that is a huge perk when shopping through them. Of course, the team at Hyundai of Saco is more than happy to discuss warranty coverage in person, so swing by today!

How Does the 2025 Hyundai Kona Fare Against the Competition?

One thing to keep in mind about the 2025 Hyundai Kona is that it offers more luxury than ever, outperforming most, if not all, similarly priced models. Specifically, the available Surround-View Monitor and wireless device charging pad put the Kona in a league of its own, as do its continued safety awards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration awarded the newest-gen Kona five stars for its crashworthiness, making it your best subcompact choice for the year.

2025 Hyundai Kona driving around a corner 

Your 2025 Kona Awaits at Hyundai of Saco

With this guide to the 2025 Hyundai Kona complete, it's time to visit your local Hyundai dealership to learn even more about the release. For those in Saco, ME, we invite you to swing by Hyundai of Saco, as we have plenty of new and pre-owned Konas available to shop and test drive each day of the week. You can also explore our digital showroom for different 2025 Hyundai Kona variants and other Hyundai models. We're top-rated and super-friendly, and we can't wait to help you find the model of your dreams. See you soon; drive safe!