2024 Honda Passport vs. 2023 Hyundai Kona EV Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Passport

2024 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $41,900 to $47,970
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Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Kona EV

2023 Hyundai
Kona EV

MSRP*: $33,550 to $41,550
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 100.7 - 100.8 ft3 45.8 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 189.1 in 165.6 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 33.4 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 38.0 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 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 Passport than in the Hyundai Kona EV. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda Passport and the Hyundai Kona EV.

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 Passport is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Kona EV.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Passport is much wider than the Hyundai Kona EV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Honda Passport, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Kona EV.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Passport greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Kona EV.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda Passport and the Hyundai Kona EV. With the Honda Passport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Kona EV.