[GardenGal]

Ok so I am trying to find antifreeze for my Kona. I don't like mixing it, but on the other hand I want something that's tried and true. I also understand that some antifreeze works well with what's in it and some does not. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!

 

[Exeno]

If you have a need for antifreeze, you have a need for taking the vehicle in for service and using that warranty.

NO vehicle this new should be using ANY coolant.

 

[GardenGal]

I'm sorry I'm afraid I did not make this clear to you. The vehicle does NOT need antifreeze at this point. However you are talking to someone who researches a lot and likes to be prepared.

 

[Exeno]

I went ahead and read your owner's manual for you (I don't own a Kona) https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/glovebox-manual/2019/kona/2019 Kona OM.pdf

Ethelyne Glycol, which is also commonly known as "the green coolant", as orange is Dexcool. And your maintenance interval is 10 years or 120,000 miles for the first change, then 24mo/30k afterward. So you're definitely preparing well ahead.

You're welcome.

 

[GardenGal]

Lol...I read the owner's manual too but thanks for clarifying that it's the green coolant. I missed that somehow! Thanks again!

 

[Mainia1]

Just go to a Kia dealership and buy a gallon of anti-freeze, it is cheaper then Hyundai's and is the same. I was at the Hyundai dealer so I bought some for a top off. There is no way I am going through all the BS just top off my tank, I just bought a jug. I don't mix antifreeze in good cars , like I will in a beater. Good oil, I will mix in a good car.