Hyundai · Compact crossover SUV

Hyundai KONA

✓ Verified · checked 22 Oct 2026
From
AED 71,000
UAE, 2.0L Comfort, lowest trim on aggregator price lists (not confirmed by Hyundai UAE). Aggregators disagree on the entry price, from AED 62,500 ex-factory to AED 76,999 on-the-road
2 trims · prices for United Arab Emirates
  • Max power195 hp
  • Powertrain1.6L T-GDi / 2.0L Atkinson petrol (ICE); 1.6 GDi Hybrid also offered
  • DrivetrainAWD

Difference between trims

Only what changes between the 2 trims.

Source: Spec sheet: KONA-brochure_en.pdf
Spec2.0 Atkinson CVT1.6 T-GDI 8AT (2WD/4WD)
Price (AED) not knownnot known
Engine type 2.0 Atkinson CVT1.6 T-GDI 8AT (2/4WD)
Displacement (cc) 1,9991,598
Max. power 147 hp (149 PS) @ 6,200 rpm195 hp (198 PS) @ 6,000 rpm
Max. torque (Nm) 179 Nm @ 4,500 rpm265 Nm @ 1,600–4,500 rpm
Drivetrain not stated2WD / 4WD (HTRAC electronic AWD)

★ Top trim: used in Compare and Find a car

Same on all trims

SpecAll 2 trims
Front suspension McPherson Strut
Rear suspension CTBA (2WD) / Multi-Link (4WD)
Tyres 215/60R17*, 215/55R18, 235/45R19
Head room front / rear (mm) 1,015 / 972
Leg room front / rear (mm) 1,059 / 970
Shoulder room front / rear (mm) 1,435 / 1,402
Dimensions L × W × H · wheelbase (mm) 4,350 × 1,825 × 1,585 · 2,660
Wheel tread front / rear (mm) 1,589 / 1,598 (19-inch); 1,591 / 1,600 (17/18-inch)
Display 12.3-inch integrated dual screen display
Hyundai SmartSense FCA 1.5, LKA, LFA, SCC, BCA, PDW, BVM, SVM

Where to buy in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Hyundai UAEDubai731 Sheikh Zayed Rd · Sat–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM, 1:30–9 PM
Hyundai UAESharjahSheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd · Sat–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM, 1:30–9 PM
Hyundai UAEAbu DhabiTourist Club Area - Juma Al Majid Est. Showrooms, Opp. Abu Dhabi Mall · Sat–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM, 1:30–9 PM
Hyundai UAERas Al KhaimahSheikh Mohamed Bin Salem St · Sat 8 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM · Sun Closed · Mon–Thu 8 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Hyundai UAEFujairahشارع الشيخ مكتوم بن راشد · Sat 8 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM · Sun Closed · Mon–Thu 8 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Hyundai UAEHyundai UAE – Juma Al Majid Est. (distributor contact) · Sat–Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM, 1:30–9 PM

Overview

The all-new Hyundai KONA is offered in the UAE with petrol (1.6 T-GDi or 2.0 Atkinson) and 1.6 GDi hybrid powertrains. It has a 12.3-inch integrated dual-screen panoramic display, a power tailgate and a long driver-assistance list including Surround View Monitor and Smart Cruise Control.

Pros

  • Heated and ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel suit hot-climate use
  • Wide driver-assistance suite including Surround View Monitor and Smart Cruise Control
  • Hands-free smart power tailgate and 6:4 folding rear seats
  • Petrol and hybrid versions offered
  • Bose audio, wireless charging pad and 12.3-inch dual-screen display

Cons

  • Official pages do not publish price
  • Hybrid's petrol engine is rated at only 105 PS, with a small 1.32 kWh battery
  • Airbag count, boot volume and dimensions are not stated on the pages
  • The pages say some features may vary by market or not be available

SWOT

Strengths

  • Long list of comfort and tech features, including ventilated seats and a Bose audio system
  • Broad driver-assistance suite with Surround View Monitor and stop & go cruise control
  • Petrol and hybrid choices in the UAE

Weaknesses

  • Prices, dimensions and fuel consumption are not published on the official pages
  • Hybrid output is modest at 105 PS from the petrol engine

Opportunities

  • Hybrid version for lower fuel use
  • Quotes and test drives can be requested through Hyundai UAE to confirm trim pricing and offers

Threats

  • Feature availability varies by market and trim, so check the exact specification before buying
  • Many rival compact crossovers compete for the same buyers in the UAE

Key specs

Full specs for 1.6 T-GDI 8AT (2WD/4WD) (top trim) · see trim differences

Price & basics6
Body type
SUV · Compact crossover SUV
Dimensions
4,350 × 1,825 × 1,585 mm · 2,660 mm trim not confirmed
Seats
Not disclosed
Powertrain
1.6L T-GDi / 2.0L Atkinson petrol (ICE); 1.6 GDi Hybrid also offered trim not confirmed
Drivetrain
AWD trim not confirmed
Cargo space
Not disclosed
Performance & range8
Max power
195 hp trim not confirmed
Torque
265 Nm trim not confirmed
0–100 km/h
Not disclosed
Top speed
Not disclosed
Combined range
Not disclosed
EV-only range
n/a trim not confirmed
Consumption
Not disclosed
Charging
n/a trim not confirmed
Safety3
Airbags
Not disclosed
Driver assistance
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 1.5 (pedestrian, cyclist and junction-turning detection), Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Smart Cruise Control with stop & go, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Surround View Monitor, front/side/rear Parking Distance Warning. trim not confirmed
Safety index
7.5/10
Ownership1
Warranty
Not disclosed
Tech & comfort3
Screens
12.3-inch integrated dual-screen panoramic display plus a 4-inch colour LCD cluster display. trim not confirmed
Speakers
Not disclosed
Comfort highlights
Heated and ventilated front seats, powered driver seat, heated steering wheel, full auto air conditioning, rear air vents, ambient lighting, sunroof, Bose premium audio, wireless charging pad, 6:4 folding rear seatbacks and a hands-free smart power tailgate.
Reviews2
MotorClash rating
Not disclosed
Summary
Not disclosed

Price by market

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates AED 71,000
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia SAR 85,031
🇶🇦 Qatar QAR 77,900
🇰🇼 Kuwait ≈ KWD 5,900≈ converted
🇴🇲 Oman ≈ OMR 7,400≈ converted
🇧🇭 Bahrain ≈ BHD 7,300≈ converted
🇨🇳 China ≈ CNY 137,300≈ converted
🇯🇴 Jordan ≈ JOD 13,700≈ converted
🇮🇶 Iraq ≈ IQD 29,386,200≈ converted
🇪🇬 Egypt ≈ EGP 1,028,500≈ converted
🇱🇧 Lebanon ≈ LBP 1,730,303,500≈ converted
🇸🇾 Syria ≈ SYP 2,358,600≈ converted

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