2024 Honda HR-V vs. 2024 Hyundai Kona Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda HR-V

2024 Honda
HR-V

MSRP*: $24,600 to $30,200
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Picture of the 2024 Hyundai Kona

2024 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,250 to $33,300
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 24 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 32 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 55.1 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 hp 147 - 190 hp
Exterior Length 179.8 in 171.3 - 172.6 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 39.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Honda HR-V than the Hyundai Kona. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda HR-V and the Hyundai Kona.

Convenience
The Honda HR-V requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Kona, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Honda HR-V or the Hyundai Kona, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Honda HR-V is about the same width as the Hyundai Kona. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda HR-V, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Kona.

Handling
The Honda HR-V has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Kona, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Honda HR-V has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Kona.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Honda HR-V transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Hyundai Kona.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda HR-V and the Hyundai Kona. The Honda HR-V has less cargo space than the Hyundai Kona, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.