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Hyundai Kona Hybrid Price in the Philippines (2026)
Hyundai Kona Hybrid Philippines 2026: ₱1,528,000 to ₱1,688,000, 1.6 hybrid with dual-clutch. Prices, specs, pros and cons.
- TypeSubcompact hybrid crossover
- Seats5
- Engine1.6L hybrid
- Transmission6DCT
- Fuel / powerHybrid
Hyundai Kona Hybrid variants and prices
| Variant | Transmission | SRP | 20% down | Est. monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 HEV GLS 6DCT | 6DCT | ₱1,528,000 | ₱305,600 | ₱25,972 |
| 1.6 HEV Premium 6DCT | 6DCT | ₱1,688,000 | ₱337,600 | ₱28,692 |
Prices: suggested retail prices from hyundai.com, checked October 2026. *Estimate with 20% down, 60 months, 10% a year; your bank's rate and fees will differ. Try your own numbers.
Kona Hybrid overview
The Kona returned to the Philippines in mid-2025, this time as a hybrid only. HMPH's October 2026 price list has two trims: the 1.6 HEV GLS 6DCT at ₱1,528,000 and the 1.6 HEV Premium 6DCT at ₱1,688,000. Both pair a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with an electric motor and a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Top Gear Philippines puts output at about 139 hp, and the car is 4,350 mm long.
Unlike Honda's e:HEV, Hyundai's system is a parallel hybrid. The engine and motor can both drive the wheels through a real gearbox, so it feels closer to a regular automatic car on the highway. In traffic the motor handles crawling and light acceleration, which is where hybrids save the most fuel. The DOE reads the EVIDA law as exempting full hybrids like the Kona from number coding. For someone who drives into Makati or BGC every weekday, that alone can be worth a lot.
The price puts it against the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid and Corolla Cross Hybrid, Honda's HR-V RS e:HEV and the Nissan Kicks e-Power. The GLS undercuts the HR-V hybrid by about ₱270,000, which is a big gap for similar technology. The Kona's styling also stands out more than most in the class. On the minus side, HMPH's website gives little in the way of detailed specs, so ask the dealer for the brochure, including ground clearance, fuel tank size and the airbag count of each trim. Dual-clutch gearboxes can feel less smooth at a crawl than a CVT, so test-drive it in heavy traffic before deciding.
Who it is for: Commuters who want a hybrid crossover that's exempt from number coding for less than Honda's HR-V hybrid.
Kona Hybrid specifications
| Spec | Hyundai Kona Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Body type | Subcompact hybrid crossover |
| Seats | 5 |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Engine | 1.6L hybrid |
| Power (hp) | 139 |
| Transmission | 6DCT |
| Length (mm) | 4,350 |
Generation: Second generation (SX2). Specs vary by variant; check the brochure for your exact trim.
Pros and cons
What we like on paper
- Undercuts the Honda HR-V RS e:HEV by ₱271,000
- Exempt from number coding as a full hybrid
- Distinctive design
What to consider
- Few detailed specs published by HMPH online
- Dual-clutch gearbox can feel less smooth at a crawl
Kona Hybrid rivals
Hyundai Kona Hybrid FAQ
How much is the Hyundai Kona Hybrid in the Philippines?
₱1,528,000 for the 1.6 HEV GLS 6DCT and ₱1,688,000 for the 1.6 HEV Premium 6DCT, per HMPH's price list dated October 1, 2026.
Is the Kona sold as a gasoline or EV model in the Philippines?
HMPH's current price list shows only the Kona Hybrid. No gasoline-only or electric Kona is listed.
Is the Hyundai Kona Hybrid exempt from number coding?
The DOE has said full hybrids are exempt under the EVIDA law (RA 11697). Make sure the model is on the DOE's list of recognized electric vehicles.