Here are some pros and trade-offs of choosing a 2026 Hyundai Kona SE AWD. Whether its the right choice depends on what you care about weather, value, tech, driving style, etc. Whats Good About the 2026 Kona SE AWD Better Traction, Safer in Bad Weather Adding AWD (Hyundais HTRAC in this case) gives you improved grip in rain, snow, ice, or slippery roads. If you live somewhere with winter weather (like Milwaukee), that added stability can make a real difference. All-Wheel Drive Enhances Stability and Handling The AWD model also gets a more sophisticated rear suspension (multi-link) which improves ride comfort and handling over rough or winding roads compared to the basic setup. Decent Power for Daily Driving The SE trim uses a 2.0-L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder producing about 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque. Thats adequate for normal use: commuting, highway merging, city driving. Good Fuel Economy for an AWD Small SUV For the SE AWD you get reasonable fuel efficiency given the AWD. Expected around 27 mpg city / 29 mpg highway / ~28 mpg combined for the SE AWD, which is fairly efficient for what you get. Modern Features Even in the Base Trim Even the SE gets nice tech and comfort: 12.3-inch touchscreen display Hyundai USA Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go Proximity key with push-button start & remote start Hyundai USA +1 Safety assists like Forward Collision-Avoidance, Blind Spot Warning, Rear-Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance, etc. Competitive Price vs Higher Trims The SE AWD adds cost vs FWD SE, but it is still much more affordable than stepping up to SEL, Premium, or Limited trims with the turbo engine. You get many safety and tech features without paying for all the premium extras. / Peace of Mind Hyundai offers strong warranty coverage, which helps when buying new. Knowing things like the powertrain are well-covered helps reduce risk of costly surprises.. 27/29 City/Highway MPG 2026 Hyundai Kona SE
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