FIAT 500X vs. Hyundai KONA
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the FIAT 500X and Hyundai KONA contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the FIAT 500X and the Hyundai KONA.
When comparing the FIAT 500X's and the Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500X has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability and base engine power. The Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 500X's and the Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA is a better car than the FIAT 500X.
Pricing: A used 2023 FIAT 500X ranges from $21,169 to $31,026 while a used 2024 Hyundai KONA is priced between $23,916 to $34,317. For a new model, the FIAT 500X's price is between $27,732 and $36,337, with the Hyundai KONA priced between $25,890 and $34,889.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the FIAT 500X loses 36.3 percent of its value and the Hyundai KONA loses 34.1 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai KONA retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the FIAT 500X.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the FIAT 500X is 7.6 out of 10 while the Hyundai KONA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the FIAT 500X being ranked 10 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Hyundai KONA being ranked 4 out of 20. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the FIAT 500X is ranked 41 and the Hyundai KONA is ranked 32.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the FIAT 500X is 6.9 out of 10. For the Hyundai KONA the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the FIAT 500X an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai KONA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the FIAT 500X’s base engine makes 177 horsepower, and the Hyundai KONA base engine makes 147 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Hyundai KONA 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: The Hyundai KONA has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$27,732 - $36,337
Starting MSRP:
$29,505
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$25,483
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,650 - $34,950
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$25,890 - $34,889
Starting MSRP:
$24,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$24,740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,900 - $32,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$27,516
Price Range:
$21,169 - $31,026
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$26,668
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$20,719 - $33,440
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
142
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
239
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$28,576
Price Range:
$23,916 - $34,317
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$29,059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,526 - $38,837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4,142
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,180
# Good or Great Deals:
244
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$10,992
Depreciation %:
37.3%
Resale Value $:
$18,513
Residual Value %:
62.7%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
34.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
34.6% - 37.3%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$8,642
Depreciation %:
35.6%
Resale Value $:
$15,608
Residual Value %:
64.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
36.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
28% - 42.9%
FIAT 500X Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
6.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for FIAT 500X
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
9.3 - 13
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
14.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai KONA
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.6 - 15.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
FIAT 500X Rankings
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65 out of / 67Hyundai KONA Rankings
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55 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500X Trim Levels
Pop, Sport
Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
177 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 381 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
32.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3305 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
63.7 inches
Length:
167.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3005 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
62.2 inches
Length:
171.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Nero Cinema Clear Coat
Blue
Blu Venezia Metallic / Italia Blue
Gray
Grigio Moda Metallic
Red
Passione Red
White
Bianco Gelato Clear Coat
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Abyss Black Pearl
Blue
Denim Blue Pearl
Gray
Cyber Gray Metallic / Ecotronic Gray Pearl
Red
Ultimate Red Metallic
White
Atlas White
Green
Mirage Green
Orange
Soultronic Orange Pearl
Yellow
Neoteric Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
