Honda HR-V vs. Hyundai KONA
When we compare the Honda HR-V's and the Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Honda HR-V's and the Hyundai KONA's specifications and ratings, the Honda HR-V is a better car than the Hyundai KONA.
Honda HR-V vs. Hyundai KONA Pricing
A used 2024 Honda HR-V ranges from $25,402 to $32,904 while a used 2024 Hyundai KONA is priced between $25,686 to $34,546. For a new model, the Honda HR-V's price is between $25,425 and $31,479, with the Hyundai KONA priced between $26,106 and $34,987.
Honda HR-V vs. Hyundai KONA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda HR-V loses 34.2 percent of its value and the Hyundai KONA loses 43.3 percent of its value. This means the Honda HR-V retains 9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai KONA.
Honda HR-V vs. Hyundai KONA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda HR-V is 8.0 out of 10 while the Hyundai KONA's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Honda HR-V being ranked 3 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Hyundai KONA being ranked 5 out of 20. Out of 55 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Honda HR-V is ranked 26 and the Hyundai KONA is ranked 30. The Honda HR-V is also ranked 28 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Hyundai KONA is ranked 32 out of 66.
Honda HR-V vs. Hyundai KONA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda HR-V is 5.6 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 Honda HR-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda HR-V’s base engine makes 158 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 leg room, and cargo space. The Honda HR-V has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Honda HR-V and Hyundai KONA are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda HR-V and the Hyundai KONA have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,425 - $31,479
Used Asking Price:
$25,402 - $32,904
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$26,106 - $34,987
Used Asking Price:
$25,686 - $34,546
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.3%
Honda HR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda HR-V Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 55Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 62Ranking
9 out of / 53Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 66Ranking
25 out of / 55Ranking
26 out of / 55Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 55Ranking
40 out of / 55Ranking
42 out of / 66Ranking
42 out of / 55Ranking
44 out of / 66Ranking
46 out of / 66Ranking
46 out of / 55Ranking
49 out of / 66Ranking
57 out of / 66Hyundai 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
6 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 62Ranking
10 out of / 53Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 55Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 66Ranking
30 out of / 55Ranking
30 out of / 55Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
33 out of / 55Ranking
34 out of / 55Ranking
38 out of / 66Ranking
42 out of / 66Ranking
43 out of / 66Ranking
47 out of / 55Ranking
48 out of / 55Ranking
53 out of / 66Ranking
57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda HR-V Trim Levels
EX-L, LX, Sport
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:
3 years / 36000 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):
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:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 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:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 448 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.1 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:
3159 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 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 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted 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
