Edmunds Senior Writer Mark Takahashi somehow landed a trip to Hawaii to drive the latest entrant in the subcompact crossover SUV class: the 2018 Hyundai Kona. He's not a big fan of the exterior styling but considers the Kona one of the bestdriving vehicles in the class. Add in plentiful features, an accessible price and Hyundai's industryleading warranty coverage, and the Kona becomes a strong value contender.
Q: How much does the 2018 Hyundai Kona cost?
A: The base SE trim starts at $20,450, including destination fees. The fully loaded Ultimate trim will set you back almost $30,000.
Q: What engines are available in the 2018 Hyundai Kona?
A: The base engine is a 147horsepower 2.0liter fourcylinder. The top two trims receive a 175hp turbocharged 1.6liter, which is our pick for the Kona.
Q: Which trim should I get?
A: The 2018 Hyundai Kona's Limited trim costs about $25,000 and gets the better 1.6liter turbocharged engine. It also offers a good mix of features for the price.
Q: What does the 2018 Hyundai Kona compete against?
A: The main competitors in the class are the Honda HRV, the Mazda CX3 and the Toyota CHR.
Read our First Drive review of the 2018 Hyundai Kona: (add link) (use the first drive URL which will publish at Embargo)
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