Today at the ABC Kids Expo in Las Vegas, UPPAbaby officially unveiled the Kona stroller, and it's already generating serious buzz. If you've been searching for information about this new stroller, you've found the right place. Here's everything you need to know about the Kona, and how to secure yours when it launches this fall.

What Is the UPPAbaby Kona?

The Kona is a compact city stroller engineered to deliver full-size functionality in a lightweight, from-birth design. It's built for parents who refuse to compromise between portability and premium performance—the perfect stroller for modern, multi-dimensional lifestyles.

As UPPAbaby CEO and Founder Bob Monahan explained at today's launch: "Today's parents aren't moving in straight lines, their days are dynamic, layered, and constantly shifting. Kona was created to meet this reality, giving families a stroller that keeps up without compromise."

UPPAbaby Kona Specs & Features

Weight & Portability

• Only 21 lbs genuinely lightweight and easy to lift
• Slim footprint designed to navigate elevators, doorways, and tight spaces
• Easy one-hand fold with seat attached, no matter which way your child is facing

Seat & Growth

• Reversible seat lets your child face you or face forward
• From birth to 50 lbs grows with your child through the toddler years
• Full-size comfort in a compact design

Storage & Compatibility

• Extra-large basket with 25 lb capacity for all your everyday essentials
• Direct attachment for UPPAbaby infant car seats and bassinet with no adapters needed
• Works seamlessly with the entire UPPAbaby ecosystem

UPPAbaby Kona Price & Availability

Price: $649

Available: Fall 2026 (Specialty Retailers Only, available exclusively through boutique retailers like Posh Baby, not through big box stores)

The Kona will launch exclusively through specialty boutique retailers, not through Amazon or big-box chains. 

The Four Beautiful Kona Color Options

The Kona launches in four gorgeously designed colorways, each featuring premium fabrics and genuine leather accents:

1. Ada

Sandstone Mélange | Carbon Frame | Chestnut Leather

2. Evelyn

Meadow Green | Graphite Frame | Chestnut Leather

3. James

Black | Carbon Frame | Black Leather

4. Rowan

Graphite | Graphite Frame | Saddle Leather

Each colorway is thoughtfully designed to blend timeless style with everyday functionality. Whether you prefer neutral elegance or a pop of color, the Kona has an option that fits your aesthetic.

Why the Kona Stands Out

Here's what makes this stroller truly special: it solves a real problem for modern parents. You get the premium craftsmanship and features you expect from UPPAbaby, but at a weight and size that actually works for city living, frequent travel, and real-world parenting.

At 21 lbs with a reversible seat that grows from birth to 50 lbs, plus direct car seat compatibility with no adapters needed, the Kona bridges functionality and convenience in a pricepoint the market has been waiting for. The one-hand fold works with the seat attached in either direction, a meaningful detail for parents juggling kids, diaper bags, and everything else.

Reserve Your Kona at PoshBaby

The Kona launches Fall 2026 exclusively through specialty retailers, and Posh Baby will be among the first to have them available.

We're taking early interest reservations to ensure our customers get first access when the stroller launches. Here's why you should reserve yours through PoshBaby:

• Expert guidance - Our team tests and knows every UPPAbaby product intimately
• Specialty retailer advantage — We're an authorized exclusive retailer, not a big box store
• Priority availability - As a specialty boutique, we get allocation before online giants
• Personalized service  - Get recommendations based on YOUR lifestyle, not algorithms
• Shipped nationwide - Based in Portland, Oregon but we ship throughout the US
• Tax Free Shopping - to most states

How to Get Your Kona First

1. Visit PoshBaby.com and fill out the Kona interest form (or reach out directly)
2. Let us know your color preference (Ada, Evelyn, James, or Rowan)
3. We'll confirm your preorder and send you updates as we get closer to Fall launch
4. Be among the first when the Kona ships in Fall 2026

Compare: Why Choose the Kona Over Other UPPAbaby Options?

vs. Vista V2: The Vista weighs 27+ lbs and converts into a double stroller. The Kona at 21 lbs is lighter and more portable if you don't need double stroller functionality.

vs. Cruz V2: The Cruz V2 weighs 25.5 lbs. The Kona at 21 lbs sheds about 4.5 lbs while offering a true one-hand fold and reversible seating that grows with your child.

vs. Minu V2: The Kona offers more features, basket capacity, and car seat compatibility than the ultra-compact Minu.

Bottom line? The Kona is UPPAbaby's answer for parents who want more of the full-featured functionality without the bulk. If you live in a city, frequently travel, or just want a stroller that fits in your life as it actually is, not as you wish it to be, the Kona is worth the $649 investment.

Questions About the Kona? Ask Our Experts

Our team at PoshBaby knows baby gear. We're parents, too, and we genuinely care about helping you find products that work for your family.

Have questions about: Reach out

• Which color is right for you?
• How the Kona compares to your current stroller?
• Whether it works with your car seat?
• Shipping to your area?

Get Notified When the Kona Launches

Don't miss out on Fall 2026's most anticipated stroller.

Sign up for our newsletter and social for pre-order dates. Don't miss the Fall launch. Email kona@poshbaby.com with subject "Notify me about Kona pre-orders" to join the waitlist.

PoshBaby is your trusted source for premium baby gear, shipped nationwide from Portland, Oregon. We're a specialty retailer that curates the best products for growing families—because you deserve gear as thoughtfully designed as your parenting.