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2022Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDRegular

2022 Hyundai Kona FWD

EPA ID: 43763
29
City MPG
32
Combined MPG
32MPG· Excellent
35
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2022 Hyundai Kona FWD achieves an EPA-estimated 32 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 29 MPG in the city and 35 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (am-s7), this small sport utility vehicle 2wd features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2022 Kona FWD produces approximately 284 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Kona FWD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,850, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine1.6L 4-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions284 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score7/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,850
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
31.4
Impact vs EPA
+$30
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$499/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$13,860
46.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,203
27.4%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,459
24.9%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.3%
Total 5-Year Cost$29,922

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,850
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $1,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City29 MPG
Highway35 MPG
Combined32 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

56.8 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 70 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.7 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.