Used Hyundai Kona for sale in Europe

About the Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that Hyundai launched in 2017. It sits above the i20 and below the Tucson in size. It has a raised driving position and a hatchback-style rear, and it is sold as a five-door only. It suits drivers who want a small footprint in town and enough space for a couple or a small family.

The range is wide. Over its life the Kona has been offered with petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric drivetrains. Petrol versions use turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines with manual or automatic gearboxes. Front-wheel drive is common, and some versions have four-wheel drive. A sportier Kona N was also built.

Because the powertrains differ so much, check which version a listing describes before you compare prices. A used Kona may have an engine, gearbox and running costs very unlike another one with the same badge. Some listings for LPG cars are likely to be aftermarket conversions, so check the paperwork for those.

Generations

• Kona OS (2017-2023) — The first generation arrived in 2017 with petrol and diesel engines, and an electric version with 39 kWh and 64 kWh batteries followed from 2018.
• Kona SX2 (2023-present) — The second generation is a larger, newly designed car with petrol, hybrid and electric versions, and its electric battery options differ from the first generation.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. For 2018 cars the median is about €12,500. For 2022 it is about €20,400. For 2026 it is about €33,100. Across all 4,989 listings the median is €21,000. Older cars are mostly first-generation models, while the newest years are mainly second-generation cars. Fuel type, trim and mileage also move prices within a single year, and electric and hybrid versions are spread across the range. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Hyundai Kona

Start with a full service history and a cold start, then a test drive on slow town roads and at motorway speed. Compare the specification in the listing with the car in front of you, because trims and powertrains vary widely.

• Match the exact version

  Confirm engine, gearbox, drive type and trim against the registration document and the listing. Several very different powertrains share the Kona name, and the equipment and running costs can differ a lot between them.

• Dual-clutch gearbox behaviour · Kona OS, dual-clutch automatic

  Many petrol versions pair the turbo engine with a dual-clutch automatic. On the test drive, check for hesitation, judder or jerky shifts when pulling away and in stop-start traffic. Ask whether the gearbox software has been updated.

• Turbo engine health · Turbocharged petrol engines

  Listen for unusual noises on a cold start and check for oil leaks. Look for regular oil changes in the service record, since turbocharged engines depend on clean oil. Warning lights or rough running should be explained before you commit.

• Emissions and diesel parts · Diesel and mild-hybrid versions

  On diesels, ask about the particulate filter and any past warning lights. A car used only for short trips may have clogging problems. On mild-hybrid versions, ask how the 48-volt system was serviced and whether any faults were logged.

• Battery and recall status · Electric versions

  Ask for a battery health report and check that any open recalls or software updates for the battery system have been done. Hyundai dealers can usually check this from the chassis number. Do not rely on the dashboard range figure alone.

• Check the LPG conversion · LPG listings

  Where a listing mentions LPG, find out whether the system is factory-fitted or an aftermarket conversion. Ask for the installer's paperwork, the tank test date and proof of regular system checks.

• Body, tyres and electrics

  Check the plastic wheel arch trim and lower bumpers for scuffs and repairs. Inspect tyre wear for signs of poor alignment. Test the infotainment screen, parking sensors, camera and driver-assistance features, as faults there can be costly to trace.

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