Used 2022 Hyundai Kona for Sale near British Columbia

How much does the 2022 Hyundai Kona cost?

Prices have softened 11.81% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 394 listings available, which suggests a decent amount of inventory for you to compare.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Hyundai Kona earns a 4.92/5 user rating and a 7.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Performance and Cost effectiveness.

Owners consistently praise its fun driving experience, impressive tech, sleek design, and smooth handling. The refreshed 2022 Kona also fits well if you want a small SUV that feels more polished than basic, with added performance and convenience features. For shoppers who value style, driving enjoyment, and technology, it lands in a strong sweet spot.

Good and great deals account for 28.2% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona reliable?

Owners rate it 4.92/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with praise for the Kona’s reliable feel, fun driving character, and strong tech. Hyundai’s powertrain and feature updates for 2022 add to the sense that this is a vehicle you can count on over the long term.

The main used-buyer risk is that some examples may have been bought for style and features first, so you should verify maintenance history and make sure the equipment level matches your expectations.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Hyundai Kona?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Essential trim gets the refreshed styling and an 8-inch display, but it misses some of the richer convenience and connected features found higher up the range. The N Line adds sportier styling and a more upscale feel, while the Kona N goes much further with aggressive exterior cues and performance-focused cabin details.
• Powertrain: The lower trims use a 2.0-litre four-cylinder with a CVT, while the N Line upgrades to a turbocharged 1.6-litre engine with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The Kona N uses a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine with an N eight-speed wet DCT and performance hardware.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assistance, driver attention warning, and rear occupant alert. Available features include adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, blind-spot warning with collision avoidance, Highway Drive Assist, and rear cross-traffic alert with collision avoidance.
• Infotainment: The base model gets an 8-inch display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Higher trims add SiriusXM, Hyundai BlueLink, and, on the Kona N or N Line with the Ultimate Package, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation and traffic information.
• Fuel efficiency: Combined fuel consumption for FWD Konas except the Kona N is 7.4 L/100 km. AWD versions are rated at 7.9 to 8.2 L/100 km combined, while the Kona N is rated at 10.4 L/100 km combined.

Which 2022 Hyundai Kona trim should I buy?

The 2022 Hyundai Kona is offered in 4 trim levels: Essential, Preferred, N Line, Kona N.

Here's the short version:

• Essential: This is the entry point if you want the refreshed Kona’s styling, standard wireless smartphone integration, and the lowest purchase price. It makes sense if you care most about value and can live without the extra convenience and connected features found higher up.
• Preferred: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds SiriusXM and Hyundai BlueLink, and it can be paired with the Sun & Leather Package for more comfort and driver-assistance equipment. If you want a more complete daily driver without jumping to the sportier trims, this is the one to focus on.
• N Line: This is the sweet spot if you want the strongest mix of style, performance, and equipment. It brings the turbocharged 1.6-litre engine, sportier design details, and access to the Ultimate Package, which adds major tech and convenience upgrades.
• Kona N: Choose this if you want the most performance-focused Kona, with the turbocharged 2.0-litre engine, performance hardware, and the most advanced infotainment and driver-focused features in the lineup.

The Kona’s safety package is strongest once you move beyond the base grade, where more advanced driver-assistance features become available.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Hyundai Kona?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile options.

• Deal availability: 28.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 394 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.81% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $21,398 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Hyundai Kona's resale value?

The current average of $21,496 CAD sits slightly below last year's $24,374 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests future sellers may face a more competitive market than owners did a year ago. If you buy now, you may benefit from the lower entry cost, but resale gains are likely to depend on how well the vehicle is equipped and maintained. Higher-trim examples with desirable features should hold buyer interest better than bare-bones versions.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.92/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Kona safe?

The 2022 Hyundai Kona gets five stars overall from NHTSA, with five-star ratings for front and side crash protection and four stars for rollover resistance. The Kona also earns the IIHS top rating of Good in all six crashworthiness tests.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assistance, driver attention warning, and rear occupant alert. Available technologies include adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, blind-spot warning with collision avoidance, Highway Drive Assist, and rear cross-traffic alert with collision avoidance.

One caveat is that the child-seat anchors received a Marginal rating, which is worth checking closely if you plan to install child seats regularly.

Should I buy a 2022 Hyundai Kona or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 28.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.81% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.92/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2022 refresh adds updated styling, stronger powertrain choices, and more tech and safety equipment.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $19,096 CAD, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $21,496 CAD average.
• It offers a value-forward setup with plenty of standard features and strong styling.

The bottom line: If you want the more polished Kona with better tech, stronger performance options, and a fresher feature set, the 2022 is the better pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2021 remains a sensible alternative that still delivers the Kona’s core value and style.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.