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Fuel economy details

Hyundai Kona 2024

EPA fuel-economy estimates for 3 versions of this vehicle. The overview shows the published range; open each version to compare its powertrain and operating estimates.

28–31published combined MPG
26–29 / 32–35published city / highway MPG
$2,000–$2,200estimated annual fuel-cost range

How to use these estimates

EPA ratings use standardized city and highway tests, making them a useful starting point for comparing similar vehicles. For model years with several versions, choose the powertrain that matches the vehicle you are considering before relying on a rating.

Your actual fuel or electricity use can vary with weather, payload, driving style, maintenance, and local prices.

Configuration comparison

What changes across the published versions

These 3 EPA configurations are listed for this model year. Compare the exact powertrain before relying on a single rating.

Highest combined ratingAutomatic (AV-S1) reaches 31 combined MPG.
Lowest estimated annual costAutomatic (AV-S1) is listed at $2,000 per year.
Published range28–31 combined MPG, a difference of 3.

Estimated annual fuel costs differ by up to $200 across the published configurations.

Automatic (AV-S1)

31 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S1)
Tailpipe CO₂288 g/mi
EPA base modelKona

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
6
EPA greenhouse gas score
6
Estimated annual petroleum use
9.6 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
saves $1,000

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 49 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 80%
Combined MPG vs median
3 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$200 lower than the class median.

SIDI · Automatic (S8)

28 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Tailpipe CO₂312 g/mi
EPA base modelKona
TurbochargerYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
6
EPA greenhouse gas score
6
Estimated annual petroleum use
10.6 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
about the same

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 49 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 57%
Combined MPG vs median
Matches the class median.
Annual cost vs median
Matches the class median.

Stop-Start · Automatic (AV-S1)

31 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S1)
Tailpipe CO₂284 g/mi
EPA base modelKona
Start-stop systemYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
6
EPA greenhouse gas score
6
Estimated annual petroleum use
9.6 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
saves $1,000

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 49 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 80%
Combined MPG vs median
3 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$200 lower than the class median.

NHTSA safety recalls

Recall information for this model year

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for this 2024 Hyundai Kona. A VIN is required to confirm whether a specific vehicle is affected.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)Campaign 24V308000

Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 260.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESCampaign 23V901000

Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cables may chafe against the engine control module bracket and short circuit during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 252.

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTORCampaign 23V650000

Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Kona vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the right and left rear seats may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupation Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 250.

Source: NHTSA recall data, last checked August 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA before taking action.

Where these numbers come from

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. This page was last updated on August 15, 2026. Learn more about how we use vehicle data.