2026 Hyundai Kona: real cost in Ontario
See the Kona on Hyundai's site ↗Prices read 2026-11-05
Cheapest trim, Essential FWD · Toronto · age 35–59 · 6 years · 18,000 km a yearChange
Sticker$26,749the advertised price
Drive away$33,781with fees and HST
Loan payment$484/mo72-month loan at 6.5%, $5,000 down
True cost$947/moeverything, after resale
$33,781 to drive away + $47,502 to run it for 6 years − $13,107 back at resale = $68,176, or $947 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$33,781
Running it, 6 yrs+$47,502
Back at resale−$13,107
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$26,749Feesfreight $2,200 · dealer $799 · levies $147
+$3,146HST, 13%Ontario
+$3,886Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, Toronto
+$13,396Fuel18,000 km a year at 7.5 L/100 km
+$12,555Maintenanceestimate
+$8,154Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,253Loan interest6.5% over 72 months
+$6,053Registration and plates6 years in Ontario
+$91Resale after 6 years49% of MSRP, you get this back
−$13,107True cost $68,176 ÷ 72 months$947 a month
The car
Size and space
Seats5
Cargo723 Lbehind row 2
Ground clearance17–21 cm
Engine and fuel
Engine147–190 hp gas, FWD, AWD
0–100 km/h8.1–9.5 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel use7.5–9.1 L/100 kmNatural Resources Canada
TowingNot published
Tires17", 18" or 19"by trim
Safety and cover
US crash test4 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
European crash test4 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2023, European version
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Insurance claimsAbove averagecollision 131 · theft 76 · injury 81 (100 = avg)
Warranty5 yrs / 100,000 kmpowertrain 5 yrs / 100,000 km
Brand offersFinance from 5.49% for 84 mo · lease from 4.99% for 60 moHyundai's advertised rates, read 2026-11-05; they change monthly
Resale at 6 years49% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| Essential FWD | $26,749 | $33,781 | $68,176 | ✓ $947/mo | 7.5 L/100 km | — No | — No | — No |
| Essential FWD | $27,449 | $34,572 | $69,079 | $959/mo | 7.5 L/100 km | — No | — No | — No |
| Essential AWD | $28,749 | $36,041 | $73,213 | $1,017/mo | 8.5 L/100 km | — No | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Preferred FWD | $29,249 | $36,606 | $71,607 | $995/mo | 7.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | — No | — No |
| Essential AWD | $29,449 | $36,832 | $74,049 | $1,028/mo | 8.5 L/100 km | — No | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Preferred FWD | $29,949 | $37,397 | $72,510 | $1,007/mo | 7.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | — No | — No |
| Preferred AWD | $31,249 | $38,866 | $76,578 | $1,064/mo | 8.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Preferred AWD | $31,949 | $39,657 | $77,481 | $1,076/mo | 8.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Preferred AWD with Trend Package Trend Package | $33,699 | $41,635 | $79,738 | $1,107/mo | 8.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Preferred AWD with Trend Package Trend Package | $34,399 | $42,426 | $80,575 | $1,119/mo | 8.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| N Line AWD | $36,699 | $45,025 | $84,196 | $1,169/mo | 9 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Luxury AWD | $37,099 | $45,477 | $84,011 | $1,167/mo | 8.6 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| N Line AWD with Ultimate Package Ultimate Package | $39,399 | $48,076 | $87,567 | $1,216/mo | 9 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| N Line Ultimate AWD | $39,899 | $48,641 | $88,351 | $1,227/mo | 9.1 L/100 km | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Essential FWD
✓ $947/mo
True cost
Essential FWD
$959/mo
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Essential AWD
$1,017/mo
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Preferred FWD
$995/mo
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Essential AWD
$1,028/mo
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Preferred FWD
$1,007/mo
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Preferred AWD
$1,064/mo
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Preferred AWD
$1,076/mo
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Preferred AWD with Trend PackageTrend Package
$1,107/mo
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Preferred AWD with Trend PackageTrend Package
$1,119/mo
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N Line AWD
$1,169/mo
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Luxury AWD
$1,167/mo
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N Line AWD with Ultimate PackageUltimate Package
$1,216/mo
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N Line Ultimate AWD
$1,227/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
Essential FWD$26,749
Essential AWD$28,749
Preferred FWD$29,249
Essential AWD$29,449
Preferred FWD$29,949
Preferred AWD$31,249
Preferred AWD with Trend Package$33,699
N Line AWD$36,699
Luxury AWD$37,099
N Line AWD with Ultimate Package$39,399
N Line Ultimate AWD$39,899
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓
✓ from Preferred FWD
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
+ $3,000
✓ from N Line AWD with Ultimate Package
Parking sensors
+ $3,000
✓ from N Line AWD with Ultimate Package
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $3,000
✓ from Luxury AWD
Heated steering wheel
✓
✓ from Preferred FWD
Dual-zone climate
+ $2,450
✓ from Preferred AWD with Trend Package
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
+ $2,450
✓ from Preferred AWD with Trend Package
Wireless phone charging
+ $2,450
✓ from Preferred AWD with Trend Package
Power driver's seat
+ $3,000
✓ from Luxury AWD
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
+ $3,000
✓ from N Line AWD with Ultimate Package
Premium sound system
+ $3,000
✓ from Luxury AWD
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓
✓ from Preferred AWD
Sunroof
+ $2,450
✓ from Preferred AWD with Trend Package
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsMemory seatHead-up displayTow hitch includedPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the Essential FWD (44 items)
- 2.0L MPI DOHC 4-cylinder engine
- Engine idle stop & go
- Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
- 17" aluminum alloy wheels
- 4-wheel disc brakes
- Drive Mode Select
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
- Lane Keeping Assist
- High Beam Assist
- Lane Following Assist
- Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
- Vehicle Stability Management with Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control System
- Driver Attention Warning
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Airbags (6) - Advanced Front Airbags, Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags and Roof Mounted Side Curtain with Rollover Sensor
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Rearview Camera
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Front 3-stage heated seats
- Wireless Android Auto TM and Apple CarPlay TM
- 12.3" touchscreen display audio
- Steering wheel-mounted audio, cruise and phone controls
- USB charging port
- Bluetooth hands-free phone system
- BlueLink
- External temperature display
- 6-way adjustable driver's seat
- Power windows with driver’s auto up/down
- Proximity keyless entry with push-button ignition
- Air conditioning with manual temperature control
- 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats with adjustable head restraint
- Tilt-and telescopic steering wheel
- Dual illuminated sliding sunvisors
- 4.2" Colour TFT cluster display
- Power door locks
- LED tail lights
- LED headlights (low/high beam)
- LED daytime running lights
- Automatic headlights
- Power adjustable and heated side mirrors
- Solar front glass
- Roof-mounted Center LED High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
Recalls in Canada
3 Transport Canada recalls for 2025 to 2027 Kona models. Most are fixed free by a dealer; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Seats and restraints2025, 2026 · 15,352 vehicles
This recall is for certain rear center seat belt buckles that were installed during production or sold as a replacement part.Recall 2026337 at Transport Canada ↗Steering2026 · 1,577 vehicles
On certain vehicles, the front steering knuckle(s) may not have been manufactured properly.Recall 2026050 at Transport Canada ↗Visual system2026 · 8,879 vehicles
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster to reboot while driving.Recall 2026033 at Transport Canada ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 Kona in Ontario?
- $33,781 to drive away for the Essential FWD, from a $26,749 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $484 loan payment, about $959 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $947 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colours
Ultimate Red+$350Atlas WhiteAbyss Black+$350Ecotronic Grey+$350Cyber Grey+$350Soultronic Orange+$350
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Prices from Hyundai's Ontario build-and-price page, read 2026-11-05. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.