2026 Hyundai Kona vs. 2025 Toyota RAV4 Review

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2026 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $25,350 to $34,150
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2025 Toyota
RAV4

MSRP*: $29,550 to $39,255
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MPG - City 25 - 29 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 35 MPG 33 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 69.7 - 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 190 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 171.3 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 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 Hyundai Kona than the Toyota RAV4. The Hyundai Kona offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
With the Toyota RAV4, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Hyundai Kona, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Kona will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota RAV4.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Kona is a little narrower than the Toyota RAV4, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Hyundai Kona, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota RAV4.

Handling
The Hyundai Kona has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota RAV4, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Kona has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Kona has much lower torque than the Toyota RAV4, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Toyota RAV4. The Hyundai Kona has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.