Hyundai Kona Price Guide & Known Issues (2017-2027)

We track real Hyundai Kona asking prices from UK dealers daily - prices starting from £5,500, covering 2017 to 2027 models. Enter your reg for a free personalised estimate.

£5,500
prices from
2017 - 2027
models available

Kona prices by year

YearAvg priceAvg mileage
2026£29,9552k miles
2025£22,7148k miles
2024£21,20114k miles
2023£15,90923k miles
2022£14,33832k miles
2021£13,64536k miles

Based on current UK dealer asking prices. Updated monthly.

Popular Kona variants

N LinePremiumSE

Common Kona issues to watch for

dangerous Battery fire recall (early)
major DPF issues
major Carbon buildup (GDI engines)

What you get with a free Kona estimate

£ Market estimate - based on real dealer asking prices
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✓ MOT history - full history with advisories and mileage

Hyundai Kona - buyer's guide

How much is a Hyundai Kona worth?

Used Hyundai Kona prices start from around £5,500 at UK dealers, with models ranging from 2017 to 2027. The exact value depends on the variant, year, mileage and condition - a high-spec N Line will be worth significantly more than a base model with the same age and miles. Enter your reg above for a free estimate based on what dealers are actually asking right now.

Part-exchange, trade, or private sale - what's the difference?

The same Kona can be worth three different amounts depending on how you sell it:

  • Private sale - typically the highest price, but you handle viewings, tyre-kickers and paperwork yourself
  • Part-exchange - convenient when buying your next car, but dealers will offer below market rate to build in their margin
  • Trade sale - quickest route to cash, but usually the lowest offer

Our free estimate tool shows what similar cars are listed for at dealers right now - a solid starting point whichever route you choose.

What problems should I look for on a Hyundai Kona?

Based on our database of owner-reported issues, the most common problems on the Hyundai Kona include:

  • Battery fire recall (early) (dangerous)
  • DPF issues (major)
  • Carbon buildup (GDI engines) (major)

Always get a service history check before buying - it can reveal whether these issues have been addressed.

Can I check the service history of a Hyundai Kona?

Yes. Our service history check pulls official records directly from Hyundai's manufacturer database, showing:

  • Every recorded service - dates, mileage and dealer location
  • Work carried out at each visit
  • Gaps in the service schedule that could affect value

If you're buying a used Kona, this is one of the most important checks you can do. A full service history typically adds 10-15% to a car's value.

How are these estimates calculated?

We crawl thousands of UK dealer websites daily and record what they're actually listing cars for. When you enter a reg, we match your car's exact variant, age and mileage against current and recent listings to produce an estimate grounded in real market data - not inflated book values or outdated guides.