Hyundai Kona NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Hyundai Kona an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Hyundai Kona at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Hyundai Kona Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 45 |
| 2024 | 2024 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 3 | 45 |
| 2023 | 2023 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 62 |
| 2023 | 2023 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 62 |
| 2022 | 2022 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 96 |
| 2022 | 2022 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 96 |
| 2021 | 2021 Hyundai Kona SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 113 |
| 2021 | 2021 Hyundai Kona SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 113 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Hyundai Kona Safety FAQ
Is the Hyundai Kona a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Hyundai Kona an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Hyundai Kona?
The Hyundai Kona scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.9%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Hyundai Kona have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Hyundai Kona as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.