2027 Kona Specs Review in San Antonio

2027 Hyundai Kona: A Small Hyundai SUV with an Open Agenda

The 2027 Hyundai Kona is a small SUV for drivers who want their daily vehicle to leave room for changing plans. Its appeal is straightforward: a city-friendly footprint with the versatility to move beyond the workweek routine. For San Antonio drivers, that balance matters when the same vehicle handles a morning commute, an afternoon shopping stop, and a weekend out of town. The Kona keeps those everyday needs in focus rather than asking you to size up to a larger SUV.

The 2027 Hyundai Kona trim levels are SE, SEL Sport, SEL Premium, and Limited. Explore the 2027 Hyundai Kona specs and features below to decide which configuration fits the way you drive.

Passenger Room That Adapts to Your Plans

The Kona seats five and gives you room to balance passengers with whatever the day calls for. A reclining, 60/40 split-folding rear seat lets you carry longer items without giving up the entire back row.

A few key interior measurements:

• Front legroom: 41.7 inches
• Rear legroom: 38.2 inches
• Cargo space behind the rear seats: 25.5 cubic feet
• Cargo space with the rear seatbacks folded: 63.7 cubic feet

Every trim includes a dual-level cargo floor, four cargo tie-down anchors, and rear LATCH lower anchors and upper tether anchors for compatible child safety seats. Door pockets, bottle holders, and center-console armrest storage with a tray keep smaller essentials organized. A rear center armrest with cupholders is included on SEL Sport and above; SEL Premium and Limited also have retractable rotary-style front cupholders.

SE and SEL Sport have cloth seating surfaces. SEL Premium and Limited use H-Tex® trimmed seats and include an eight-way power driver's seat with two-way power lumbar support. Heated front seats begin with SEL Sport. Limited adds ventilated front seats for warm San Antonio afternoons, along with a heated steering wheel. SE includes air conditioning. SEL Sport and above have dual automatic temperature control with auto defog and second-row air-conditioning vents, giving rear passengers a direct flow of cooled air.

Compact Size, Distinct Trim Details

The Kona's exterior keeps the small-SUV footprint central to its character. It measures 171.3 inches long and 71.9 inches wide, with a 104.7-inch wheelbase. The short overall length is worth considering if your routine includes tight parking garages or a crowded driveway. Every trim includes LED projector headlights, LED daytime running lights, automatic headlights, and LED taillights. Active grille shutters and an integrated rear spoiler add functional design elements.

Wheel size provides an immediate visual distinction. SE has 17-inch alloy wheels, SEL Sport uses 18-inch alloys, and SEL Premium and Limited have 19-inch alloys. SEL Sport's gloss-black mirror covers and rear spoiler bring a darker accent to the exterior. SEL Premium and Limited add silver lower bumper molding, while Limited finishes the window beltline and rear spoiler accent in satin chrome. Roof rails, heated exterior mirrors, and rear privacy glass are included on SEL Sport and above. SEL Premium and Limited add mirror-integrated turn-signal indicators. Limited also includes a power tilt-and-slide sunroof with a sunshade and a hands-free Smart Liftgate with Auto Open. The liftgate is a useful upgrade when your hands are occupied with shopping bags or travel gear.

Pick Your Power, Then Your Drivetrain

The Kona offers two gasoline powertrains, with trim determining your engine choice. SE and SEL Sport use a 2.0-liter MPI four-cylinder engine producing 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission. This is the starting point for shoppers whose priorities center on daily transportation and fuel efficiency. SEL Premium and Limited use a 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine producing 190 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. They also include an eight-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters. The turbo engine delivers its rated torque from 1,700 to 4,500 rpm, making the additional output accessible across a broad engine-speed range rather than only near the top of the tachometer.

Both engines recommend regular unleaded fuel. Front-wheel drive is standard on all four trims, and available HTRAC All Wheel Drive uses an active on-demand system. FWD models include Normal and Sport drive modes; AWD models add Snow mode. AWD can assist traction under appropriate conditions, but it does not replace careful driving or suitable tires.

Drivetrain choice also affects the chassis. FWD configurations use a coupled torsion-beam rear suspension, while AWD configurations use a multi-link rear suspension. Minimum ground clearance ranges from 6.7 to 6.9 inches with FWD and from 8.1 to 8.3 inches with AWD, depending on wheel size. A 34.8-foot curb-to-curb turning diameter helps put the Kona's manageable dimensions to work in tighter spaces. Hillstart Assist Control and driver-selectable Downhill Brake Control are standard. Its utility is focused on passengers and cargo; trailer towing is not recommended.

Everyday Connections, Thoughtful Upgrades

The 2027 Hyundai Kona interior and technology features make room for the devices you bring along. Two front USB-C outlets and two rear USB-C charging outlets give passengers access to power without passing a cable from the front row. Proximity key entry, push-button start, and remote start are standard. Bluelink® Connected Car System capability and over-the-air software updates are also included across the lineup.

Five technology features to consider are:

• 12.3-inch touchscreen: Standard on every trim for infotainment and compatible smartphone apps
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™: Standard smartphone integration lets you access supported apps without plugging in for the connection
• Wireless device charging: Standard on SEL Sport, SEL Premium, and Limited for supported devices
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster: Standard on Limited; other trims use a 4.2-inch color multi-information display
• Bose premium audio: Standard on Limited, with eight speakers and an external amplifier

Assistance for Busy Roads and Close Quarters

The Kona combines standard occupant protection with driver-assistance equipment that supports awareness in everyday traffic. Front airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags, and side-curtain airbags with rollover sensors are standard. Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control and Brake Assist, along with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire indicators, is also included.

Five Hyundai SmartSense features are standard across all four trims:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist: Includes pedestrian and cyclist detection to help address detected hazards ahead under applicable conditions
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning: Helps alert the driver to detected traffic in monitored blind-spot areas
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist: Helps with detected cross traffic when reversing, with warnings and potential braking assistance
• Lane Keeping Assist: Can provide alerts and corrective steering assistance when the vehicle drifts from its lane under applicable conditions
• Safe Exit Warning: Helps warn of detected approaching traffic when occupants prepare to exit the parked vehicle

Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, and door-logic-based Rear Occupant Alert are also standard. Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go is included on SE, SEL Sport, and SEL Premium. Every trim includes a rearview monitor with parking guidance. Limited adds a Surround View Monitor, Blind-Spot View Monitor, forward/side/reverse Parking Distance Warning, and Remote Smart Parking Assist. Those upgrades give shoppers additional ways to assess nearby space and maneuver in parking situations. Driver-assistance systems have operating limits. They do not replace attentive driving, checking your surroundings, or following the owner's manual.

Meet Your Next Kona at Red McCombs Hyundai Northwest

You do not need a bigger SUV just because your plans are getting bigger. If the Kona's approach to everyday driving sounds right for you, let us help you narrow down your choices at Red McCombs Hyundai Northwest in San Antonio, TX.

Start with our Kona inventory, or contact us to ask about current 2027 availability and the trims you are considering. When you are ready to get behind the wheel, check our hours and directions and request a test drive.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.