EXPERT REVIEW · ELECTRIC SUV

2026 Hyundai Kona Electric review

Hyundai Kona Electric: everyday electric done right. Illustrative review

9.0/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Hyundai Kona Electric sits near the top of its class. Standard driver-assist suite; ride stays composed on rough pavement. Touch-only climate controls on some trims and third row (where offered) is for kids, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $34,000, it undercuts most direct rivals.

What's good

  • Standard driver-assist suite
  • Ride stays composed on rough pavement
  • Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
  • Flat floor and extra storage up front

What to check

  • Touch-only climate controls on some trims
  • Third row (where offered) is for kids
  • Fast-charging speed varies by station

Best for: Commuters who can charge at home. Starting MSRP: $34,000.

Owner reviews · 4.3 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★★Isaiah G. · Houston, TX · 8 months owned
Happy after a year

We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.

★★★★☆Jake W. · Portland, OR · 9 months owned
Would buy again

Twelve thousand miles in. Nothing has gone wrong, dealer service has been easy, and the cargo room still impresses passengers.

★★★★☆Elena A. · Corpus Christi, TX · 17 months owned
Happy after a year

We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.

Price trend · used Hyundai Kona Electric, 12 months

$22.1k$22.5k$22.9k$23.4k$23.8kNov 25Jan 26Mar 26May 26Jul 26Sep 26

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $22,438 · -2.05% last 30 days · -2.6% year over year.

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