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Hyundai Kona OS (1st Generation)

2018–2022 · OS · suv

First-gen Kona slotted below the Tucson in Hyundai's US SUV lineup with armored-fender, two-tier headlight styling. US lineup: 2.0L Nu MPI (147 hp) and the 1.6L Gamma turbo (175 hp) with a 7-speed DCT. AWD optional. The Kona N performance trim with the 2.0L Theta II turbo (276 hp) launched 2022 in the US (later than other markets). Kona Electric covered separately.

Watch out: The 1.6T DCT had documented low-speed hesitation and clutch judder complaints; Hyundai addressed some via software updates. The 2.0L Theta II turbo in the Kona N inherits the Theta family rod-bearing concerns. Pre-purchase, check VIN against active Hyundai campaigns.

What your Kona takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Tire size205/60R16✓ VerifiedView
  • Wiper blades26" driver · 16" passenger · 11" rear✓ VerifiedView
  • Headlight bulbsH7 low · H8 fog✓ VerifiedView
  • BatteryGroup 48 · 760 CCA minFrom owner's manualShop
  • CoolantHyundai/Kia Long Life Coolant (phosphate-based ethylene-glycol)From owner's manualShop
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  • Serpentine beltNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
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  • ThermostatNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • A/C refrigerantNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Fuel filterNot catalogued yetFind yours soon

Floor mats

Our top custom-fit pick for the Hyundai Kona is the WeatherTech Custom Fit FloorLiners 1st & 2nd rows.

Floor mats for the Hyundai Kona →

Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.

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