2024 Honda HR-V vs. 2023 Hyundai Kona | NewCars.com

2024 Honda HR-V vs. 2023 Hyundai Kona Review

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2024 Honda
HR-V

MSRP*: $24,100 to $29,700
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2023 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $22,140 to $30,450
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 32 MPG 32 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 55.1 ft3 45.8 ft3
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-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 - 195 hp
Exterior Length 179.8 in 165.6 - 166.0 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 35.2 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 39.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 38.0 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda HR-V than in 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda HR-V as you will with the Hyundai Kona, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Honda HR-V is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Kona.

Dimensions
Since the Honda HR-V is much wider than the Hyundai Kona, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Honda HR-V, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with 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 a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Hyundai Kona.