In 2017, Hyundai launched its first-generation Kona, a subcompact crossover SUV with a sleek and modern design. A year later, the electric version of the vehicle, the Kona EV, was released, offering a sustainable and efficient driving experience. Over the years, the SUV has gained popularity as a reliable and practical vehicle, making it the perfect choice, especially among seniors who value the vehicle’s reliability, affordability, and ease of use.

Hyundai Kona SE

• SE Auto FWD
  When looking for affordable Hyundai Kona prices, this trim is the cheapest. Its price tag is approximately $22,000. The price may change depending on the dealer and customizations added to the car. It’s a four-wheel drive compact car with automatic transmission. Moreover, it gives satisfactory fuel economy at 30 mpg for city roads and 35 mpg for highways. With a sports utility exterior look, the car comes equipped with several features that make it senior-friendly. These features include an adjustable steering wheel, auto-off headlights, brake assist, daytime running lights, blind spot monitor, and lane-keeping assist.
• SE Auto AWD
  The Hyundai Kona SE all-wheel drive trim is priced slightly higher than the front-wheel drive, at around $23,400 and $23,600. Most of its features are similar to the four-wheel drive model, including the sporty-looking exterior. The interiors, safety features, and entertainment options are the same as well. However, the fuel economy varied with 28 mpg for city roads and 33 mpg for highways. Also, the all-wheel drive is a bit bulkier than the four-wheel drive.

Hyundai Kona SEL

• SEL Auto FWD
  This trim is a good option to consider when looking for a compact Hyundai Kona for seniors. The SEL auto four-wheel drive model is priced nearly the same as the SE Auto AWD, at approximately $23,800. Also, its fuel economy is the same as SE Auto FWD, at 30 mpg for city roads and 35 mpg for highways. It is equipped with powerful turbocharged engine options. Moreover, it offers several standard driver-assistance features. These include the lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind spot monitor, and so on. In addition, it has a user-friendly infotainment system, which is completely hassle-free for seniors to operate. Also, this model comes with privacy glass for windows, sunroof, and climate control, which is not available with SE trims.
• SEL Auto AWD
  Apart from the features of 4-wheel drive, this model also includes optional features, such as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, keyless entry, luggage rack, power door locks, universal garage door opener, smart device integration, climate control, air conditioning, navigation system, heated front seats, and sun/moonroof. The only differing aspect is the fuel economy (28 mpg on city roads and 33 mpg on highways). Furthermore, this Hyundai Kona model is more expensive at around $25,300.

Hyundai Kona N Line

• N Line DCT FWD
  This model is quite popular among the new Hyundai Kona models for seniors. This four-wheel drive automatic transmission car has a fuel economy of 29 mpg on city roads and 35 mpg on highways. Moreover, it is bigger than the SEl and SE trims. Also, some features such as sun/moonroof, smart device integration, climate control, keyless entry, and leather-wrapped steering wheel are optional in SEL models, but are standard in N Line DCT. However, the exterior and safety features are approximately the same across SE, SEL, and N Line DCT models. However, the price tag of this Hyundai Kona is around $27,700.
• N Line DCT AWD
  The all-wheel drive of N Line DCt trim offers nearly the same features as the four-wheel drive. This includes everything from the easy-to-use infotainment system to driver assistance features. Also, the same optional features are offered. These include an electrochromic rearview mirror, wheel locks, luggage rack, and universal garage door opener. However, the price of the N Line DCT AWD is at a higher end which stands at approximately $29,200. In addition, the fuel economy is different, with 27 mpg on city roads and 32 mpg on highways.

Hyundai Kona Limited Trims

• Limited DCT FWD
  This model is another viable option when searching for Hyundai Kona for seniors in 2023. This four-wheel drive automatic transmission SUV is priced at around $28, 800. It costs less than the N Line DCT AWD. When it comes to fuel economy, the Limited DCT FWD is the same as N Line DCT FWD, at 29 mpg on city roads and 35 mpg on highways. Also, this trim is smaller than the N Line models. However, the Limited models have some extra standard features such as rain-sensing wipers, rear parking aid, and premium sound system.
• Limited DCT AWD
  The all-wheel drive model of the Limited DCT trim offers the same standard and optional features as the four-wheel drive. This includes the exteriors, interior experience, navigation systems, safety features, and entertainment system. It is priced at around $30,300. Also, the fuel economy is lower at 27 mpg on city roads and 32 mpg on highways.

Hyundai Kona EV
The 2023 Electric Hyundai Kona is great for seniors who require compact interior space and cargo room. With a low starting price point, this everyday electric crossover has three trim levels: SE, SEL, and Limited. All three are four-wheel drive. The price starts at around $33, 550 and goes upwards to $41,550. The fuel economy is equivalent to 134 mpg on city roads, 106 mpg on highways, and 120 mpg in combined city/highway driving.