Turbo oil feed / wastegate
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Whistle, loss of boost
Fix: Service or replace the turbo
€400–1,200
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Hyundai Kona II
2023–now · Hyundai Kona 2
3
engines covered
6
known faults
3
official recalls
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The Hyundai Kona II has been built since 2023.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 6 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is 7DCT clutch judder / overheating: it usually appears at 40,000–150,000 km and costs €600–1,800 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-20 · ACEA C2 / C5 (API SN) · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Gamma turbo) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 · ACEA C2 / C5 (API SN) · every 15,000 km |
| Electric (Hyundai / Kia) | Electric | None (EV) | — |
Faults by engine
1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo)
Carbon build-up on intake valves (direct injection)
usually 90,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rough idle, misfire when cold
Fix: Clean the intake valves (walnut blasting)
€300–700
Ignition coils / spark plugs
usually 120,000–240,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire under load
Fix: Replace plugs and the faulty coil
€80–250
1.6 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Gamma turbo)
Carbon build-up on intake valves (direct injection)
usually 90,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rough idle, misfire when cold
Fix: Clean the intake valves (walnut blasting)
€300–700
Turbo oil feed / wastegate
usually 90,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Whistle, loss of boost
Fix: Service or replace the turbo
€500–1,500
Electric (Hyundai / Kia)
Reduction gear / motor noise
usually 60,000–200,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Whine or clunk
Fix: Inspect; oil change / repair
€100–1,500
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
7DCT (7-speed, dry clutch)
7DCT clutch judder / overheating
usually 40,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Shudder in traffic, 'transmission overheating' message
Fix: Software update, clutch replacement
€600–1,800
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (3). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- High voltage / charging Some vehicles fitted with a high voltage battery may have internal cell voltage deviation04/05/2026 · R/2026/128
- Visibility Some vehicles may have an instrument cluster operational concern whilst driving the vehicle02/04/2026 · R/2026/146
- Engine / loss of power The subject vehicles may experience a transmission malfunction resulting in a loss of drive.20/05/2024 · R/2024/172
Common questions
Does the Hyundai Kona II have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo): chain; 1.6 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Gamma turbo): chain.
What are the known problems with the Hyundai Kona II?
The faults with the highest risk: 7DCT clutch judder / overheating (40,000–150,000 km, €600–1,800); turbo oil feed / wastegate (90,000–180,000 km, €500–1,500); clutch wear (120,000–200,000 km, €500–900); carbon build-up on intake valves (direct injection) (90,000–180,000 km, €300–700). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Hyundai Kona II?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (3 have been published for this model). On the test drive, watch for these signs: shudder in traffic, 'transmission overheating' message; whistle, loss of boost. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Other generations
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Kia Niro 2016–Kia Ceed III 2018–Kia Picanto III 2017–Hyundai Ioniq 5 2021–Kia XCeed 2019–Kia EV6 2021–Hyundai i20 III 2020–Hyundai i10 III 2019–
Other Hyundai models
Hyundai Santa Fe V 2023–Hyundai Ioniq 6 2022–Hyundai Bayon 2021–Hyundai Tucson (NX4) 2020–Hyundai Santa Fe IV 2018–2023Hyundai i30 (N) 2017–Hyundai i30 (PD) 2017–
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026