HYUNDAI KONA (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 12,286 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
12,286
Avg Mileage
34,856 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£945
Is the 2020 HYUNDAI KONA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.
At 4 years old, 92% of HYUNDAI KONAs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 12,286 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 34,856 miles.
How does the 2020 HYUNDAI KONA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 HYUNDAI KONA has 34,856 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a HYUNDAI KONA?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2017 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2020 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2020 HYUNDAI KONA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
HYUNDAI KONA by Year
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About the 2020 HYUNDAI KONA
The 2020 HYUNDAI KONA is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 12,286 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 34,856 miles at 4 years old, HYUNDAI KONA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
What does it cost to own a 2020 HYUNDAI KONA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £945 (£79/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
HYUNDAI KONA Reliability Trend
The HYUNDAI KONA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 HYUNDAI KONA
At 4 years old, the HYUNDAI KONA offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 12,286 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2020 HYUNDAI KONA
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE AWD (2021) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 39,444 tests
- JAGUAR I-PACE (2020) 96% pass rate (+4%) from 18,488 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2021) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 15,258 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE AWD (2020) 87% pass rate (-5%) from 12,320 tests