2026 Hyundai Kona Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

12.4–13.2gal · 47–50 L

The 2026 Hyundai Kona has a fuel tank capacity of 12.4 to 13.2 gallons (47–50 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 13.2 gallons, used on 8 trims.

A full tank is good for roughly 360–434 highway miles or 322–360 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.2 gal · Smaller than 91% of 2026 models we list.

Highway range
360–434 mi
City range
322–360 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
26–31 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2026 Hyundai Kona fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine

All 14 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
SE 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 29 / 34Range 360 / 422 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT FWD 12.4 gal47 L 29 / 34 360 / 422 mi
SE 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 27 / 29Range 335 / 360 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT AWD 12.4 gal47 L 27 / 29 335 / 360 mi
SEL Sport 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 28 / 35Range 347 / 434 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT FWD 12.4 gal47 L 28 / 35 347 / 434 mi
SEL Sport 4dr SUV (built to 9/25) 2.0L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 28 / 35Range 347 / 434 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT FWD 12.4 gal47 L 28 / 35 347 / 434 mi
SEL Sport 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 26 / 29Range 322 / 360 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT AWD 12.4 gal47 L 26 / 29 322 / 360 mi
SEL Sport 4dr SUV AWD (built to 9/25) 2.0L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 26 / 29Range 322 / 360 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT AWD 12.4 gal47 L 26 / 29 322 / 360 mi
Limited 4dr SUV 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD MPG 26 / 31Range 343 / 409 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 31 343 / 409 mi
Limited 4dr SUV (built to 12/25) 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD MPG 26 / 31Range 343 / 409 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 31 343 / 409 mi
Limited 4dr SUV AWD 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD MPG 25 / 28Range 330 / 370 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 13.2 gal50 L 25 / 28 330 / 370 mi
Limited 4dr SUV AWD (built to 12/25) 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD MPG 25 / 28Range 330 / 370 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 13.2 gal50 L 25 / 28 330 / 370 mi
SEL Premium 4dr SUV 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD MPG 26 / 31Range 343 / 409 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 31 343 / 409 mi
SEL Premium 4dr SUV (built to 9/25) 1.6L 4cyl 8A · FWD MPG 26 / 31Range 343 / 409 mi 1.6L 4cyl 8A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 31 343 / 409 mi
SEL Premium 4dr SUV AWD 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD MPG 25 / 28Range 330 / 370 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 13.2 gal50 L 25 / 28 330 / 370 mi
SEL Premium 4dr SUV AWD (built to 9/25) 1.6L 4cyl 8A · AWD MPG 25 / 28Range 330 / 370 mi 1.6L 4cyl 8A AWD 13.2 gal50 L 25 / 28 330 / 370 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2026 Hyundai Kona goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 28 MPG, a full 13.2-gallon tank covers about 370 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.2409343
3/49.9307257
1/26.6205172
1/43.310286
1/81.75143

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 536 gallons, roughly 41 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
26–31 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
284–340 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5–6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2026 Hyundai Kona

$56.36 to fill the 13.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
12.4 galRegular$4.27$52.95$39.71
13.2 galRegular$4.27$56.36$42.27

By region, 13.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$53.06
Midwest$4.27$56.36
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$48.84
Rocky Mountain$4.46$58.87
West Coast$5.42$71.54
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$77.75

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 12.4-gallon tank$52.95
  • 13.2-gallon tank$56.36
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,287

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Kona tank size in other years

The 2026 Kona uses the same 12.4–13.2 gal tank sizes as every Kona since 2024.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2027 Kona 12.4–13.2 gal 434 mi
2026 Kona 12.4–13.2 gal 434 mi
2025 Kona 12.4–13.2 gal 422 mi
2024 Kona 12.4–13.2 gal 422 mi
2023 Kona 13.2 gal 462 mi
2022 Kona 13.2 gal 462 mi
2021 Kona 13.2 gal 436 mi
Hyundai Kona fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2026 Hyundai Kona fuel system recalls

None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2026 Hyundai Kona involve the fuel system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2026 Hyundai Kona?

The 2026 Hyundai Kona holds between 12.4 and 13.2 gallons, depending on the trim. 13.2 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 12.4-gallon tank is on the SE 4dr SUV.

How many gallons and liters does the 2026 Hyundai Kona gas tank hold?

The 2026 Hyundai Kona tank holds 47–50 liters, or 12.4–13.2 gallons in US gallons.

Which 2026 Hyundai Kona has the biggest gas tank?

The 13.2-gallon tank is on the Limited 4dr SUV, Limited 4dr SUV (built to 12/25), Limited 4dr SUV AWD and 5 other trims. The smallest tank, 12.4 gallons, is on the SE 4dr SUV.

Does AWD change the 2026 Hyundai Kona gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2026 Hyundai Kona use the same 12.4–13.2 gal tank.

How far can a 2026 Hyundai Kona go on a full tank?

About 360–434 miles on the highway and 322–360 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2026 Hyundai Kona go on a quarter tank?

About 102 highway miles or 86 in town from the 13.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2026 Hyundai Kona take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2026 Hyundai Kona?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 13.2-gallon tank from empty costs $56.36. It ranges from $48.84 in the Gulf Coast to $77.75 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2026 Hyundai Kona?

About 82 pounds for the 13.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Has the 2026 Hyundai Kona had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2026 Hyundai Kona involve the fuel system.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Hyundai fuel system recalls).

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