Used 2025 Hyundai Kona for Sale near Carstairs, AB

How much does the 2025 Hyundai Kona cost?

Prices have softened 13.27% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 634 listings available, which suggests a healthy amount of inventory for you to compare.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Kona a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Hyundai Kona earns a 4.8/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Technology and Safety.

Drivers consistently praise its modern design, tech features, and comfortable ride, and they especially like the wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and touchscreen radio. The Kona also stands out for its practical everyday appeal, with plenty of cargo space and a spacious cabin making it a strong fit if you want a small SUV that feels useful rather than cramped.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is fairly pedestrian, and some drivers wanted more power for quicker acceleration. The styling may also be polarising, so if you prefer a more conservative look, you should see it in person before you buy.

With 33.3% of listings marked as good or great deals, there’s still room to find value if you shop carefully.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Kona reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free feel in day-to-day use, with owners repeatedly highlighting the Kona’s modern design, tech, and comfortable ride as reasons they feel good about living with it over time. The expert assessment also supports that impression by describing the Kona as a well-rounded, value-led small SUV with a solid feature set and reassuring standard equipment.

Hyundai’s warranty coverage and free roadside assistance add another layer of confidence for used buyers, especially if you want to reduce ownership risk over the long term. For you, that means the Kona looks like a sensible used purchase if you prioritise peace of mind and predictable ownership.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Hyundai Kona?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Essential, Preferred, and N Line trims build on each other with progressively more visual and convenience equipment. The base trim already gets LED lighting and a solid interior, but you’ll need to move up if you want features like a sunroof or powered liftgate.
• Powertrain: The Essential and Preferred use a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with an IVT, while the N Line upgrades to a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic. The base setup prioritises efficiency, while the turbo engine is the stronger choice if you want more responsive acceleration.
• Safety package: Hyundai’s standard suite includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, and Safe Exit Warning. Preferred adds enhanced Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with junction turning and door opening detection, while the N Line with the Ultimate package adds Highway Driving Assist and Blind Spot View Monitor.
• Infotainment: Every Kona gets a 12.3-inch central touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. The Preferred with the Trend package and the N Line also add wireless charging and Hyundai’s digital key, while the N Line with the Ultimate package brings built-in navigation.
• Fuel efficiency: The FWD 2.0-litre engine is rated at 7.5 litres per 100 kilometres combined, and AWD raises that by 1 litre per 100 kilometres. The turbocharged N Line is rated at 9.0 litres per 100 kilometres combined with standard AWD.

Which 2025 Hyundai Kona trim should I buy?

The 2025 Hyundai Kona is offered in 3 trim levels: Essential, Preferred, N Line.

Here's the short version:

• Essential: This is the entry point, but it still gives you the Kona’s core strengths: a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone integration, LED lighting, and a full suite of standard safety features. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and are comfortable keeping things simple.
• Preferred: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds more comfort and convenience without jumping to the top of the range. If you want a more complete everyday package, this is the one to focus on.
• N Line: Choose this if you want the strongest engine, standard AWD, a more upscale digital cockpit, and sportier styling. It’s the right pick if you’re willing to pay more for the most feature-rich and most powerful gas-powered Kona.

Even the base trim gets Hyundai’s full standard safety suite, so you’re not sacrificing core protection if you shop lower in the range.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Hyundai Kona?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you should shop with a clear target and be ready to move when you find a strong listing.

• Deal availability: 33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 634 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.27% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $29,954 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Hyundai Kona's resale value?

The current average of $29,954 CAD sits slightly below last year's $34,536 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests the Kona is currently more buyer-friendly than seller-friendly, which can help you if you’re shopping now but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. A lower entry price today can also mean less depreciation pressure in the near term if the market stabilises.

For a future seller, the key question is whether the Kona’s strong equipment list and broad appeal will keep demand steady. Models that combine useful standard features with strong owner satisfaction tend to hold attention better, even when prices have eased.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Kona safe?

The 2025 Hyundai Kona has been named a Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Hyundai makes its safety suite standard across all trims, including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, and Safe Exit Warning. You also get six airbags, electronic stability control, and a tyre pressure monitoring system.

Higher trims add more advanced assistance features, including enhanced Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with junction turning and door opening detection, plus Highway Driving Assist and Blind Spot View Monitor on the N Line with the Ultimate package. The main caveat is that some of the more advanced convenience and parking aids are reserved for upper trims, so base-model shoppers won’t get the full suite.

Should I buy a 2025 Hyundai Kona or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.27% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the second-generation Kona’s roomy cabin, standard safety tech, and well-rounded everyday character.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $27,862 CAD, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $29,954 CAD average.
• It offers a fresh redesign with new technology and broad appeal.

The bottom line: If you want the newer model-year pricing context and a still-fresh second-generation Kona, the 2025 is the cleaner choice. If your priority is saving money and you’re comfortable with the earlier version’s strengths, the 2024 is the better value path.

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