2021 Hyundai KONA vs. 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
When we compare the 2021 Hyundai KONA's and the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Hyundai KONA's and the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Hyundai KONA is a better car than the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek.
2021 Hyundai KONA vs. 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Pricing
A used 2021 Hyundai KONA ranges from $16,695 to $25,950 while a used 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is priced between $23,829 to $30,997.
2021 Hyundai KONA vs. 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Hyundai KONA loses 43.3 percent of its value and the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek loses 30.2 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek retains 13.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Hyundai KONA.
2021 Hyundai KONA vs. 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai KONA is 7.8 out of 10 while the Subaru Crosstrek's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai KONA being ranked 5 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Subaru Crosstrek being ranked 7 out of 20. Out of 55 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Hyundai KONA is ranked 30 and the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 32. The Hyundai KONA is also ranked 32 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 34 out of 66.
2021 Hyundai KONA vs. 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai KONA is 5.9 out of 10. For the Subaru Crosstrek the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai KONA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru Crosstrek.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Hyundai KONA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek base engine makes 152 horsepower. The KONA is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles.This gives the 2021 Hyundai KONA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Hyundai KONA and the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,695 - $25,950
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$23,829 - $30,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.2%
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Crosstrek Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
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10 out of / 62Ranking
10 out of / 53Ranking
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15 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 55Ranking
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32 out of / 66Ranking
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34 out of / 55Ranking
38 out of / 66Ranking
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47 out of / 55Ranking
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53 out of / 66Ranking
57 out of / 66Subaru Crosstrek Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
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3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 55Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
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8 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 55Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 62Ranking
14 out of / 53Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 66Ranking
17 out of / 55Ranking
29 out of / 55Ranking
32 out of / 55Ranking
34 out of / 66Ranking
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47 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2021 Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, NIGHT, SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Ultimate
2021 Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
20.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2890 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
164 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3117 lbs
Width:
71 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
176.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
