Does the 2023 Hyundai Kona need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the SE FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $225 more a year.
- 54% of 149 SUVs (2023) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| SE AWD | 2.0L | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| SEL FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| SEL AWD | 2.0L | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| N Line FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| Limited FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| N Line AWD | 1.6L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Limited AWD | 1.6L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Hyundai Kona | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Honda HR-V | LX 2WD | Regular |
| 2023 Hyundai Tucson | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Nissan Kicks | S FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Mazda CX-30 | 2.5 S AWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree