Question 1

How much does a 2019 Hyundai Kona cost in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Typical asking prices for a 2019 Hyundai Kona in New Zealand range from about $16,000 to $30,000. This is a price guide, not a live stock listing.

Question 2

What are common problems with a 2019 Hyundai Kona in NZ?

Accepted Answer

7-speed DCT shudder (1.6T); Kona Electric battery recall (2018–2020 packs); Rear visibility and small boot; Infotainment / Bluelink drain. Check the year guide for detail and inspect these on any car you are considering.

Question 3

What should I check when buying a used 2019 Hyundai Kona in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Request as much service history as possible - regular servicing matters more than promises from the seller. Test the automatic cold from startup — any shudder, hesitation or warning lights on first takeoff should be investigated further. Inspect lower sills, wheel arches and underbody for rust - especially on coastal or South Island cars. Check all electronics work - climate control, infotainment, reverse camera, and any safety tech fitted. Read the engine: 2.0 6AT, 1.6T DCT AWD, or Electric. They are not interchangeable in this guide's issues list. For Electric, demand Hyundai recall documentation for the high-voltage pack. Run a PPSR check and review WOF history before buying. Compare condition and service records across listings - the best-value example is often the best-kept one not the cheapest.

Question 4

Is the 2019 Hyundai Kona a good used buy in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

The 2019 Hyundai Kona is the first-generation OS sold new in NZ from 2018: 2.0 MPI with a 6-speed auto (FWD), 1.6 T-GDi with a 7-speed DCT (AWD), and Kona Electric. ANCAP is 5 stars (2017). This is not the 2023 SX2 Kona.