Hyundai Kona2026SUV
2026 Hyundai Kona Electric Preferred w/ Ultimate: MSRP $48,799, freight, and a province tax estimate.
| MSRP | $48,799 |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $2,200 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | $50,999 |
| HST (13 %) | $6,629.87 |
| Estimated total, Ontario | $57,629 |
General sales tax rates. Some provinces use different rates for vehicles (for example higher BC PST tiers above $55,000). This is not a dealer quote.
Estimated monthly payment
$1,140.85
60 payments · financed $57,629 · interest $10,822 · tax 13 % (ON)
Estimate only. The 6.99% rate is an example; use your lender’s rate. Leases assume tax on each payment and exclude acquisition, excess-kilometre and end-of-lease fees. This is not a credit offer.
MSRP and freight/PDI per Hyundai Canada Build & Price (ON, captured 12 Oct 2026) for Kona Electric Preferred w/ Ultimate. A/C charge $100 extra, not entered.
Checked : 2026-10-12. Source. Learn how we verify prices. This is not a dealer out-the-door quote.
4 results
3 safety recalls on file for the 2026 Hyundai Kona.
This recall is for certain rear center seat belt buckles that were installed during production or sold as a replacement part.
On certain vehicles, the bracket that secures the rear center seat belt buckle may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the seat belt could detach in a crash.
A seat belt that detaches in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
To reduce the safety risk, Hyundai advises that you shouldn't transport a passenger in the rear center seat until the recall repairs are completed. Hyundai will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear center seat belt buckle.
Filed under Kona, Kona EV · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the front steering knuckle(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the knuckle(s) could crack and/or break and cause a loss of steering control.
A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering knuckle(s).
Filed under Kona · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster to reboot while driving. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), warning lights and malfunction tell-tales.
Note : For the Santa Fe model, this recall only affects the hybrid model. For the Palisade model, both gas and hybrid models are affected. For the Tucson model, gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models are affected.
Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the instrument panel cluster software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Hyundai dealership.
Filed under Kona, Kona EV · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
Against the competition
The Hyundai Kona (from $26,749) leads in 2 of 4 categories against 4 direct rivals.
From $28,580+$1,831 vs the Kona
Where it beats the Kona
Where the Kona wins
From $29,300+$2,551 vs the Kona
Where it beats the Kona
Where the Kona wins
From $30,595+$3,846 vs the Kona
Where it beats the Kona
Where the Kona wins
From $34,195+$7,446 vs the Kona
Where it beats the Kona
Where the Kona wins
| Spec | HyundaiKonaThis car | ToyotaCorolla Cross | MazdaCX-30 | SubaruCrosstrek | SubaruForester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $26,749 | $28,580 | $29,300 | $30,595 | $34,195 |
| Combined fuel use | — | 5.6 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 6.5 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | — | 5.2 / 6.1 | 9.6 / 7.5 | 6.5 / 6.5 | 6.8 / 7 |
| Max power | 201 hp | 196 hp | 250 hp | 194 hp | 194 hp |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 9.8/10 | 7.5/10 | 6.1/10 | 7.3/10 | 7.1/10 |
| Fuel type | Electric | Hybrid | Gasoline | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | AWD available | AWD available | AWD available | AWD available | AWD available |
| Drivetrains | AWD, FWD | AWD, FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Rated configurations | 10 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 |
| Recalls this model year | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
Rivals matched automatically: same body style, other brands, closest starting price (or fuel use when the price is missing). Fuel and ratings: NRCan 2026. Prices: manufacturer MSRP before freight and tax. “Best” only reflects the figures shown.
The 2026 Hyundai Kona Electric Preferred w/ Ultimate starts at $48,799 MSRP (Electric Preferred w/ Ultimate), plus $2,200 for freight and PDI, before sales tax.
No. Every configuration NRCan rates is FWD.
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