Hyundai KONA vs. Honda HR-V
In comparing the Hyundai KONA's and the Honda HR-V's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. 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. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai KONA's and the Honda HR-V's specifications and ratings, the Honda HR-V is a better car than the Hyundai KONA.
Hyundai KONA vs. Honda HR-V Pricing
A used 2024 Hyundai KONA ranges from $25,686 to $34,546 while a used 2024 Honda HR-V is priced between $25,402 to $32,904. For a new model, the Hyundai KONA's price is between $26,106 and $34,987, with the Honda HR-V priced between $25,425 and $31,479.
Hyundai KONA vs. Honda HR-V Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai KONA loses 43.3 percent of its value and the Honda HR-V loses 34.2 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.
Hyundai KONA vs. Honda HR-V Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai KONA is 7.8 out of 10 while the Honda HR-V's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai KONA being ranked 4 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Honda HR-V being ranked 5 out of 20. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Hyundai KONA is ranked 27 and the Honda HR-V is ranked 28. The Hyundai KONA is also ranked 30 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Honda HR-V is ranked 31 out of 66.
Hyundai KONA vs. Honda HR-V Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai KONA is 5.9 out of 10. For the Honda HR-V the reliability rating is 5.6 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 Hyundai KONA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Honda HR-V base engine makes 158 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 Hyundai KONA and Honda HR-V are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Hyundai KONA and the Honda HR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26106 - 34987
Used Asking Price:
25686 - 34546
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.432554
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25425 - 31479
Used Asking Price:
25402 - 32904
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.342492
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.833333 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda HR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai KONA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 16Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 58Ranking
9 out of / 49Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
21 out of / 66Ranking
24 out of / 66Ranking
27 out of / 56Ranking
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30 out of / 66Ranking
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34 out of / 56Ranking
36 out of / 66Ranking
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46 out of / 56Ranking
53 out of / 66Honda HR-V Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 56Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 58Ranking
8 out of / 49Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
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11 out of / 20Ranking
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13 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 66Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
25 out of / 56Ranking
28 out of / 56Ranking
31 out of / 66Ranking
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38 out of / 56Ranking
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43 out of / 66Ranking
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46 out of / 66Ranking
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai KONA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Honda HR-V Trim Levels
EX-L, LX, 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):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
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
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
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
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
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
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 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17