Ford EcoSport vs. Hyundai KONA
In comparing the Ford EcoSport's and the Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the Ford EcoSport has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. The Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford EcoSport's and the Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA is a better car than the Ford EcoSport.
Ford EcoSport vs. Hyundai KONA Pricing
A used 2022 Ford EcoSport ranges from $19,989 to $28,467 while a used 2024 Hyundai KONA is priced between $25,686 to $34,546. For a new model, the Ford EcoSport's price is between $22,993 and $29,828, with the Hyundai KONA priced between $26,106 and $34,987.
Ford EcoSport vs. Hyundai KONA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford EcoSport loses 44.6 percent of its value and the Hyundai KONA loses 43.3 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai KONA retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford EcoSport.
Ford EcoSport vs. Hyundai KONA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford EcoSport is 7.1 out of 10 while the Hyundai KONA's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford EcoSport being ranked 13 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Hyundai KONA being ranked 4 out of 20. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Ford EcoSport is ranked 38 and the Hyundai KONA is ranked 27. The Ford EcoSport is also ranked 43 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Hyundai KONA is ranked 30 out of 66.
Ford EcoSport vs. Hyundai KONA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford EcoSport is 5.8 out of 10. For the Hyundai KONA the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai KONA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford EcoSport.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford EcoSport’s base engine makes 166 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, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford EcoSport has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai KONA has higher safety ratings than the Ford EcoSport, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22993 - 29828
Used Asking Price:
19989 - 28467
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.445544
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26106 - 34987
Used Asking Price:
25686 - 34546
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.432554
Ford EcoSport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.066667 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.833333 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford EcoSport Rankings
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3 out of / 20Ranking
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57 out of / 66Hyundai KONA Rankings
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1 out of / 20Ranking
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3 out of / 66Ranking
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9 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
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19 out of / 56Ranking
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53 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford EcoSport Trim Levels
S, SE, SES, Titanium
Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
4 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:
166 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 4450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 394 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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 Equipment
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:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 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:
3360 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
161.3 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 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:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17