Hyundai 2nd Generation (SX2)
Conceived as an EV-first platform before adapting internal combustion powertrains, the second-generation Kona features futuristic Seamless Horizon styling, substantial interior volume growth, and dual 12.3-inch panoramic display screens.
Generation Quick Facts: The Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2) was manufactured from 2024 – present (2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 147 to 201 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 116.0 MPG combined (Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh)).
Power range
147–201 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.7 s
Best combined
116 MPG
Length
4.35 m
01Decision support
Which 2nd Generation (SX2) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh)
116.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 78% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest 2nd Generation (SX2).
Performance · quickest
Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh)
0–100 km/h in 6.7s · 201 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.6L Turbo AWD
190 hp · 26.0 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.
023 powertrains (2 petrol · 1 electric)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.0L Smartstream FWDPetrol | 1.6L Turbo AWDPetrol | Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh)Electric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | Smartstream G2.0 | Smartstream G1.6T | Permanent Magnet Synchronous |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Electric |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,999 cc) | 1.6L (1,598 cc) | — |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | Electric |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 147 hp / 110 kW | 190 hp / 142 kW | 201 hp / 150 kW |
| Torque | 179 Nm / 132 lb-ft | 264 Nm / 195 lb-ft | 255 Nm / 188 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | — | 7.5 s | 6.7 s |
| Top speed | — | — | — |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Smartstream IVT | 8-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed |
| Gears | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) | 129 MPG (1.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) | 103 MPG (2.3 L/100km) |
| Combined | 31 MPG (7.6 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) | 116 MPG (2.0 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | 420 km (261 mi) |
| Battery | — | — | 64.8 kWh |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — | — |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,360 kg (2,998 lbs) | 1,530 kg (3,373 lbs) | 1,710 kg (3,770 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2024-present | 2024-present | 2024-present |
03Then vs now
SX2 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. OS |
|---|---|
| Peak power | -75 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | +1.4 s |
| Best combined MPG | -4 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +34 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the OS, the SX2 is thirstier, slightly detuned. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the OS's typically lower asking prices.
View the OS spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,350 mm
171.3 in
Width
1,825 mm
71.9 in
Height
1,575 mm
62.0 in
Wheelbase
2,660 mm
104.7 in
Curb weight spans 1,360–1,710 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
2nd Generation (SX2): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2)?
The Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2) lineup offers 2 petrol · 1 electric: 2.0L Smartstream FWD (147 hp), 1.6L Turbo AWD (190 hp), Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh) (201 hp).
How quick is the Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh), accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7s.
What is the most fuel-efficient Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2) trim?
The Electric Long Range (64.8 kWh) delivers the highest fuel economy at 116.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 26–116 combined MPG.
How does the SX2 compare to the previous Hyundai Kona?
Against the OS predecessor it replaces, the SX2 is thirstier, slightly detuned. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2)?
The Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2) was produced from 2024 – present, spanning the following model years: 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Hyundai Kona 2nd Generation (SX2)?
4350 mm long, 1825 mm wide, 1575 mm tall on a 2660 mm wheelbase (171.3 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Hyundai KonaCertification data, 2024–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2024 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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