2024 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2025 Hyundai Kona Review

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2024 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $59,200 to $82,900
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2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,350 to $33,400
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 24 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 - 20 MPG 29 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 9 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 144.7 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 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 Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 147 - 190 hp
Towing Capacity 7,900 - 8,300 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 225.7 in 171.3 - 172.6 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Suburban than in the Hyundai Kona. The Chevrolet Suburban will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Kona.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Chevrolet Suburban, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Hyundai Kona.

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 Chevrolet Suburban will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Kona, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Kona.

Handling
The Chevrolet Suburban has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Kona, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Suburban greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Kona.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Suburban does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Hyundai Kona.

Utility
The Chevrolet Suburban offers greater seating capacity than the Hyundai Kona, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Chevrolet Suburban, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Kona.