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Hyundai Kona Service Schedule & Costs

Every service item for the Hyundai Kona — what needs doing, when, and what it should cost at an independent garage versus a main dealer.

OS (2017–2022)1.0 T-GDI, 1.6 GDI, 1.6 Hybrid, Electric

Hyundai Kona service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer recommends 10,000 miles or 12 months.
OS · Hybrid
 10,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £120–£180
Air filter
Manufacturer interval 20,000 miles. Critical for turbo longevity on 1.0 T-GDI. Dirty filter causes increased turbo wear and poor performance.
OS · Hybrid
 20,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £40–£65
Cabin pollen filter
Replace annually or 15,000 miles. Located behind glove box. Clogged filter reduces heater and air conditioning efficiency.
OS · Electric, Hybrid
 15,000 miles or 1 year
£20–£35
Dealer: £35–£55

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Manufacturer recommends 2 years regardless of mileage. DOT 4 specification required. Hybrid and electric variants use regenerative braking which can mask brake system deterioration.
OS · Electric, Hybrid
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £90–£140
Coolant flush
Manufacturer interval 60,000 miles or 5 years. Use Hyundai-approved coolant only. Critical for turbo cooling on 1.0 T-GDI. Replace thermostat at same time.
OS · Hybrid
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£120–£180
Dealer: £180–£280
Spark plugs
Manufacturer recommends 30,000 miles for GDI engines. Use iridium plugs only. Incorrect plugs cause misfires and carbon buildup on direct injection engines.
OS · G3LA, G4FJ
 30,000 miles or 3 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £130–£200

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Hyundai Kona, ranked by severity.

dangerous
Battery fire recall (early)
Early Kona Electric models were subject to a global recall due to manufacturing defects in the LG Chem battery cells that could cause thermal runaway and fire.
major
DPF issues
The diesel particulate filter can become blocked on Kona diesel variants, particularly on vehicles used primarily for short urban journeys.
major
Carbon buildup (GDI engines)
Direct injection petrol engines develop carbon deposits on intake valves because fuel is not sprayed over the valves to clean them.
major
Electronic parking brake failure (Hybrid)
Hybrid variants show significantly elevated electronic parking brake failures at MOT testing.

5 more known issues tracked. Check a specific car's history to see what matters for its age and mileage.

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Hyundai Kona service FAQs

How often should a Hyundai Kona be serviced?

A Hyundai Kona should have an oil service every 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer recommends 10,000 miles or 12 months.

How much does a Hyundai Kona service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £120–£180. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.

Can I service a Hyundai Kona at an independent garage?

Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.