Could be a great car but ruined by Hyundai Corp. bad 2.0 engines, major recall!
Hyundai is recalling 2021 Kona’s and other models and years do to a defect with the 2.0L engine that could cause a fire or could just die and leave the operator stranded in a dangerous situation. Kia, also, uses the same 2.0L. The 2020+ Kia Forte, Seltos, Soul, and other models all use the same engine. If your Hyundai Kona with the 2.0L engine is burning/losing oil (especially 1 quart everyone 1000 miles) then, most likely the engine is toast and could result in a fire. Do not let any tech or Hyundai/Kia Corp tell you it is normal for a modern consumer vehicle to consume that much oil. A half quart between oil changes is acceptable (Note: that is between oil changes. An oil change is usually 3000+ miles, in the case of the 2.0L engine, it is 3750 - 7500).
My Kona does not burn/lose any oil, but it has really low miles. Bye bye Hyundai Kona.
The 2.0l Kona SE, SEL, SEL Plus is a great looking car, comfortable, handles good, but lacks quality where it counts the most and that is in the 2.0l engine. The Konas with 2.0l also, has really poor throttle response programming and a little to much road noise.
I would not recommend buying any Hyundai or Kia vehicles at this time. Way! Way! Too many problems. Engine fallers and IVT transmission Failures. Hyundai and Kia could be great, but it’s obvious they lack the readership on the corporate level and may be all levels to make that happen.
Really! Hyundai and Kia! Continues engine problems! Maybe rename the two companies Little Boom Boom or maybe Puff Puff.
Human Torch has nothing on Hyundai and Kia: :)
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