Safety

The Hyundai Kona is equipped with advanced safety technologies designed to protect both driver and passengers. Among its key active safety systems is the automatic emergency braking, which helps prevent collisions by monitoring the surroundings and applying the brakes when necessary. The lane keeping assist system also plays an important role by actively guiding the car within its lane and helping avoid unintended drifting.

On the passive safety front, the Kona comes with multiple airbags placed around the cabin, including front, side, and curtain airbags. The body of the vehicle is engineered with impact absorbing materials that reduce the force of collisions and protect occupants in the event of an accident.

Purchase Cost

In Saudi Arabia, the starting price for a brand new Hyundai Kona is approximately 90,000 SAR. If purchased through a financing plan with a 20 percent down payment (18,000 SAR), a repayment term of 60 months, and an interest rate of 1.9 percent, the estimated monthly payment would be around 1,372 SAR.

When it comes to resale value, the Kona holds its worth reasonably well in the used car market. For instance, a three year old Kona typically sells for about 60,000 SAR, reflecting a retention rate of roughly 66 percent, which is a strong indicator of long term value.

Running Costs

Fuel efficiency is one of the Kona’s strengths, especially among gasoline powered crossovers. It delivers an average fuel consumption of 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers. With the average fuel price in Saudi Arabia around 2.33 SAR per liter, and assuming an annual driving distance of 15,000 kilometers, the yearly fuel cost would be approximately 2,340 SAR.

As for maintenance, Hyundai recommends servicing the Kona every 10,000 kilometers or every six months, whichever comes first. Each routine service typically costs between 500 and 850 SAR, depending on the condition of the vehicle and the parts required. Overall, the Kona offers competitive operating costs compared to other vehicles in its class.