2026 Hyundai Kona range expands with new Elite variant

Hyundai has unveiled the refreshed 2026 Kona small SUV line-up for Australia, introducing a new mid-spec Elite variant and discontinuing the 1.6 T-GDi AWD powertrain to simplify the range. Now available in three trim levels, the updated range aims to provide broader appeal while offering better value and clearer differentiation between models.

2026 Hyundai Kona pricing

Optional extras:

• N Line Pack: $3,500 (Elite) / $3,000 (Premium)
• Metallic/Mica Paint: $595
• Light Shale Grey/Sage Green Interior (Premium only): $295

All prices are Manufacturer’s List Price (MLP) and exclude on-road costs and dealer delivery.

2026 Kona trim-wise features

The 2026 Hyundai Kona line-up offers a progressive mix of safety, tech, and creature comforts. Here’s what each of the three variants brings to the table:

Hyundai Kona (Base trim)

Key Features:

• Hyundai SmartSense suite including:
  • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
  • Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
  • High Beam Assist (HBA)
  • Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
  • Safe Exit Warning (Hybrid only)
• LED MFR headlights with LED DRLs
• LED taillights (bulb turn/reverse/licence plate)
• Satin chrome beltline and roof spoiler garnish
• Driver/passenger seat height adjust
• 2-way lumbar support (driver)
• 4.2-inch instrument cluster display
• 12.3-inch multimedia system with DAB+ radio
• Dual-zone climate control
• Rear air vents
• Smart Key with Remote Start
• Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates
• Multi Collision-Avoidance Brake (MCB)
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Leather-appointed steering wheel and door armrests
• Leather gear knob (2.0 MPi only)
• Heated, power-folding exterior mirrors
• Bluelink® connected car services
• Shift-by-Wire (Hybrid only)
• Paddle shifters (Hybrid only)
• Open-type centre console (Hybrid only)
• LED interior lighting
• Dark grey roof rails
• 7 airbags including front centre airbag

Hybrid-exclusive features include:

• Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS)
• Smart Regenerative Braking 2.0
• Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• e-Dynamic Torque Vectoring

Hyundai Kona Elite

Additional features offered over the base 2026 Hyundai Kona:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Leather-appointed interior
• Heated front seats
• Power-adjustable front seats:
  • 10-way (driver) with lumbar
  • 8-way (passenger)
• Shift-by-Wire (2.0 MPi)
• Paddle shifters
• Electrochromic rearview mirror
• Solar control windscreen and front door glass
• Privacy rear glass
• Silver painted skid plates
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Open-type centre console

Hyundai Kona Premium

Additional features over the newly introduced Hyundai Kona Elite:

• LED dual projector beam headlights
• LED ‘Seamless Horizon’ front light
• LED front and rear turn signals
• Wide glass sunroof with power sunshade
• Premium relaxation front seats
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear outboard seats
• 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster
• Smart power tailgate
• Navigation with live Bluelink® traffic
• Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
• Parking Distance Warning – Side
• Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse (PCA-R)
• Surround View Monitor (SVM)
• Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
• Power and memory driver’s seat (IMS)
• Heated steering wheel
• BOSE™ 8-speaker premium audio
• Acoustic laminated/solar windscreen
• Voice control
• Ambient mood lighting
• Cloth knit headlining

N Line Option Pack (Available on Elite and Premium trims)

Available with 2.0 MPi CVT 2WD or 1.6 GDi Hybrid 6DCT 2WD

Exclusive exterior enhancements:

• Unique N Line bumpers, side skirts, and skid plates
• Gloss black wing-type rear spoiler
• Body-coloured cladding
• Chrome twin-tip exhaust
• Black mirror caps and beltline garnish
• N Line badging and wheel centre caps
• 19-inch N Line alloy wheels
• LED dual projector beam headlights
• LED ‘Seamless Horizon’ front parking light
• LED front and rear turn signals

Sporty interior touches:

• Leather-appointed/Alcantara® seats
• Black headlining
• Perforated N Line steering wheel
• Alloy pedals
• Sport scuff plates
• Active Red highlights on air vents and seats
• Dark Metal interior trim
• 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster

With these updates, Hyundai positions the 2026 Kona to continue its strong performance in Australia’s competitive small SUV market. The updated line-up with its new feature-rich mid-tier Elite trim and enhanced feature-set across the board keeps the Kona fresh in the market.