Hyundai 1st Generation (OS)
The pioneering first-generation Kona earned immediate acclaim for its playful handling, standard safety suite, and diverse range of drivetrains culminating in the track-tuned 276-hp Kona N.
Generation Quick Facts: The Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS) was manufactured from 2018 – 2023 (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 model years) as a suv. Across 4 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 147 to 276 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 120.0 MPG combined (Electric (64 kWh)).
Power range
147–276 hp
Quickest 0–100
5.3 s
Best combined
120 MPG
Length
4.17 m
01Decision support
Which 1st Generation (OS) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
Electric (64 kWh)
120.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 81% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest 1st Generation (OS).
Performance · quickest
Kona N 2.0T
0–100 km/h in 5.3s · 276 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.6L Turbo AWD
195 hp · 29.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
024 powertrains (3 petrol · 1 electric)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.0L MPI FWDPetrol | 1.6L Turbo AWDPetrol | Electric (64 kWh)Electric | Kona N 2.0TPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine code | Nu 2.0 | Gamma 1.6T-GDI | Permanent Magnet Motor | Theta II 2.0T |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Electric | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,999 cc) | 1.6L (1,591 cc) | — | 2.0L (1,998 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | Electric | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||||
| Power | 147 hp / 110 kW | 195 hp / 145 kW | 201 hp / 150 kW | 276 hp / 206 kW |
| Torque | 179 Nm / 132 lb-ft | 264 Nm / 195 lb-ft | 395 Nm / 291 lb-ft | 392 Nm / 289 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | — | 7.3 s | 6.4 s | 5.3 s |
| Top speed | — | — | — | 240 km/h (149 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | IVT Automatic | 7-Speed Dual Clutch | Single-Speed | 8-Speed Wet N-DCT |
| Gears | — | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||||
| City | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) | 132 MPG (1.8 L/100km) | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) | 108 MPG (2.2 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Combined | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) | 120 MPG (2.0 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | 415 km (258 mi) | — |
| Battery | — | — | 64.0 kWh | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||||
| Curb weight | 1,315 kg (2,899 lbs) | 1,480 kg (3,263 lbs) | 1,685 kg (3,715 lbs) | 1,515 kg (3,340 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2018-2023 | 2018-2023 | 2019-2023 | 2022-2023 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,165 mm
164.0 in
Width
1,800 mm
70.9 in
Height
1,565 mm
61.6 in
Wheelbase
2,600 mm
102.4 in
Curb weight spans 1,315–1,685 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
1st Generation (OS): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS)?
The Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS) lineup offers 3 petrol · 1 electric: 2.0L MPI FWD (147 hp), 1.6L Turbo AWD (195 hp), Electric (64 kWh) (201 hp), Kona N 2.0T (276 hp).
How quick is the Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the Kona N 2.0T, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.3s, reaching a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph) with the Kona N 2.0T.
What is the most fuel-efficient Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS) trim?
The Electric (64 kWh) delivers the highest fuel economy at 120.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 4 powertrains, fuel economy spans 23–120 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS)?
The Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS) was produced from 2018 – 2023, spanning the following model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Hyundai Kona 1st Generation (OS)?
4165 mm long, 1800 mm wide, 1565 mm tall on a 2600 mm wheelbase (164.0 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Hyundai KonaCertification data, 2018–2023
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2018 Hyundai Kona, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Hyundai official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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