2025 Hyundai Kona Electric: real cost in California
See the Kona Electric on Hyundai's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, SE · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$32,975the advertised price
Drive away$37,661with fees and tax
Loan payment$557/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,071/moeverything, after resale
$37,661 to drive away + $50,282 to run it for 6 years − $10,804 back at resale = $77,139, or $1,071 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$37,661
Running it, 6 yrs+$50,282
Back at resale−$10,804
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$32,975Feesfreight $1,495 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,580Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$3,106Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,714Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$8,091Charging13,500 mi a year at 118 MPGe, home charging at $0.33/kWh
+$7,538Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$7,431Maintenanceestimate
+$6,037Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,744California EV fee$121 a year
+$726Resale after 6 years33% of MSRP, you get this back
−$10,804True cost $77,139 ÷ 72 months$1,071 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV171.5–172.6 in long
Seats5
Cargo25.5 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance5.9 in
Engine and fuel
Engine133–201 hp electric, FWD
0–60 mph6.8–9.1 sour estimate from power and weight
Energy use103–118 MPGeEPA combined
Range200 miabout 140 mi in winter · fast charge 10-80% in 43 min
TowingNot published
Tires17"235/65R17
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
European crash test4 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2023, European version
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years33% of MSRPprevious generation · how it compares
Every trim
All trims: FWD, 5 seats.| SE | $32,975 | $37,661 | $77,139 | ✓ $1,071/mo | 118 MPGe | — No | — No |
| SEL | $36,975 | $42,021 | $82,517 | $1,146/mo | 116 MPGe | ✓ Yes | — No |
| N Line | $38,375 | $43,547 | $85,232 | $1,184/mo | 103 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Limited | $41,150 | $46,571 | $87,726 | $1,218/mo | 116 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
SE
✓ $1,071/mo
True cost
SEL
$1,146/mo
True cost
N Line
$1,184/mo
True cost
Limited
$1,218/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
SE$32,975
SEL$36,975
N Line$38,375
Limited$41,150
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from Limited
Parking sensors
✓ from Limited
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ from SEL
Cooled seats
✓ from Limited
Heated steering wheel
✓ from Limited
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ from Limited
Wireless phone charging
✓ from N Line
Power driver's seat
✓ from SEL
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ from N Line
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
Tow hitch included
+ $320 on every trim
Sunroof
✓ from N Line
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsMemory seatHead-up displayAWD or 4WDPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the SE (33 items)
- (Not Available in AK & HI)
- 12.3" Navigation System w/ AM/FM/HD Radio
- 17" Alloy Wheels
- Automatic Headlights
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Bluelink+ All-Inclusive Connected Services (enrollment required)
- Driver Attention Warning
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Front, Front Side & Side-Curtain Airbags
- Heated Side Mirrors
- High Beam Assist
- Immobilizer
- Lane Keeping Assist; Lane Following Assist
- LED Headlights, Taillights & Daytime Running Lights
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Rearview Camera
- Safe Exit Warning
- SiriusXM w/ 90-Day trial subscription;
- Wi-Fi Hotspot (trial included with Bluelink)
- Wireless Android Auto(TM) & Apple CarPlay
- 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster
- Cloth Seating Surfaces
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control
- Front and Rear USB Ports
- Highway Driving Assist
- Proximity Key w/ Push Button Start
- Smart Cruise Control
- Tire Mobility Kit (in lieu of spare tire)
- DC Fast Charging Capability
- Lithium Ion Battery System
- Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
- Regenerative Brake Level Control Paddles
- Shift-by-Wire Gear Selector
Recalls
2 NHTSA recalls for 2023 to 2025 Kona Electric models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Air bags2023 · 37,901 vehicles
A software error in the air bag control unit (ACU) may improperly deactivate the air bag system and seat belt pretensioners.Recall 26V728000 at NHTSA ↗Seat belts2024, 2025 · 47,787 vehicles
The seat belt buckle in the rear center seat may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash.Recall 26V452000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2025 Kona Electric in California?
- $37,661 to drive away for the SE, from a $32,975 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $557 loan payment, about $1,040 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,071 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
Abyss Black PearlUltimate Red Metallic+$500Mirage GreenCyber Gray Metallic+$500Meta Blue PearlAtlas WhiteNeoteric Yellow+$500Ecotronic Gray Pearl
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US prices in US dollars from Hyundai's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.