Does the 2026 Hyundai Kona need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the SE FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $232 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) 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 | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| SEL Sport FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| SE AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| SEL Sport AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| SEL Premium FWD | 1.6L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| SEL Premium AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Limited FWD | 1.6L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Limited AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Hyundai Kona | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trax | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Honda HR-V | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Nissan Kicks | S FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | L 2WD | Regular |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | S 2.0 AWC 4WD | 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