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Used Hyundai Kona Electric: what to check

Check the 2021 battery recall work has been done. The 64 kWh car covers about 240 miles. Years covered: 2018 to 2023 (first generation).

Typical asking prices: Listings from about £11,400 (all generations) (average asking prices on AutoUncle UK, 8 to 15 October 2026). Prices vary with mileage, battery and condition.

Versions and battery sizes

ev-database: 64 kWh Oct 2018-Jun 2023 and 39 kWh Sep 2018-Jun 2023 (each split into MY18-19, MY20-21, MY22-23 listings).

Batteries

64 kWh: 67.5 kWh gross / 64.0 usable; 39 kWh: 42.0 gross / 39.2 usable (ev-database.org/uk).

Real-world range

ev-database EVDB real range: 64 kWh 240 mi (combined cold 200, mild 275); 39 kWh 150 mi (combined cold 125, mild 175).

Charging

AC 7.2 kW Type 2. DC CCS: 64 kWh max 77 kW (10-80% avg 61 kW); 39 kWh max 44 kW (avg 37 kW) (ev-database MY18-19 pages).

Battery warranty

Hyundai UK: vehicle 5 years unlimited mileage; high-voltage battery 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever first. Capacity threshold not stated on Hyundai UK page (not confirmed).

Does the warranty transfer?

Yes - Hyundai UK FAQ: 'The warranty remains with the vehicle and would be passed on to the new vehicle owner'; it advises used buyers to confirm regular servicing.

Known issues to check

Battery recall: Hyundai recalled Kona Electrics over a battery fire risk; globally about 82,000 cars with about 75,000 to get a new battery pack (Fleet News, 2021). Electrifying says cars built 2018-2020 are covered and the fix is free - check it has been done. Separately, 1,672 UK Kona Electrics were recalled in Oct 2020 for a battery-management software update (Fleet News).
Electrifying: small boot relative to rivals; check both the 3-pin and Type 2 cables are included.

Asking prices in detail

AutoUncle UK electric-only Kona filter (Oct 2026): £11,430-£29,775, median £16,700 - mixes first-gen with the second-gen Kona Electric (2023-on); no per-year table. First-generation-only price band: not confirmed. Electrifying used review (undated): 'from around £21,500' (not dated - not relied on). evpowered.co.uk (updated 16 Feb 2026): from £11,000.

Before you buy

Get an independent battery health (state of health) report, or ask the seller for a recent one
Check how much battery warranty is left (years and miles from first registration) and whether it transfers to you
For a Renault Zoe or early Nissan Leaf, check whether the battery is owned or hired
Check recalls on GOV.UK and that any battery recall work has been done
Check the MOT history and mileage on GOV.UK
Check the rapid-charging plug (CCS or CHAdeMO) and that rapid charging is fitted at all
Make sure both charging cables are with the car
Ask for the service history: some warranties need servicing on time
Test drive from a full charge and watch the range estimate and any warnings
Remember the Electric Car Grant is for new cars only

What a battery health report shows and where to get one

Sources

Researched 2026-10-16 from the sources listed. Where sources disagree we say so. General information, not advice: confirm the warranty terms for the specific car with the manufacturer or a franchised dealer.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a used Hyundai Kona Electric?

Average asking prices on AutoUncle UK in mid-October 2026: Listings from about £11,400 (all generations). Prices vary with mileage, battery size and condition.

Does the battery warranty transfer to a new owner?

Yes - Hyundai UK FAQ: 'The warranty remains with the vehicle and would be passed on to the new vehicle owner'; it advises used buyers to confirm regular servicing.

What should I check on a used Hyundai Kona Electric?

Get a battery health report, check the remaining battery warranty and whether it transfers, check recalls and MOT history on GOV.UK, and make sure both charging cables come with the car.

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