2023 Hyundai Kona transmission: CVT or automatic?

Some do: the Electric (EV) uses a single-speed (direct drive); the 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo uses a 7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch); the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo uses an 8-speed automated manual (dual-clutch); the 2.0L 4-cylinder uses a CVT (continuously variable).

Key takeaways

  • 6 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
  • CVTs need CVT-specific fluid - never top one up with ordinary automatic transmission fluid.
  • The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.

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2023 Hyundai Kona: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
Electric (EV)single-speed (direct drive)Automatic (A1)FWD
1.6L 4-cylinder turbo7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch)Automatic (AM-S7)AWD
1.6L 4-cylinder turbo7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch)Automatic (AM-S7)FWD
2.0L 4-cylinder turbo8-speed automated manual (dual-clutch)Automatic (AM-S8)FWD
2.0L 4-cylinderCVT (continuously variable)Automatic (AV-S1)AWD
2.0L 4-cylinderCVT (continuously variable)Automatic (AV-S1)FWD

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.

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