Hyundai KONA vs. Jeep Renegade
When we compare the Hyundai KONA's and the Jeep Renegade's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and overall quality score. The Jeep Renegade has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai KONA's and the Jeep Renegade's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Renegade is a better car than the Hyundai KONA.
Hyundai KONA vs. Jeep Renegade Pricing
A used 2024 Hyundai KONA ranges from $25,686 to $34,546 while a used 2023 Jeep Renegade is priced between $25,164 to $34,995. For a new model, the Hyundai KONA's price is between $26,106 and $34,987, with the Jeep Renegade priced between $26,075 and $36,421.
Hyundai KONA vs. Jeep Renegade 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 Jeep Renegade loses 34.4 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Renegade retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai KONA.
Hyundai KONA vs. Jeep Renegade Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai KONA is 7.8 out of 10 while the Jeep Renegade's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai KONA being ranked 4 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Jeep Renegade being ranked 12 out of 20. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Hyundai KONA is ranked 27 and the Jeep Renegade is ranked 37. The Hyundai KONA is also ranked 30 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Jeep Renegade is ranked 42 out of 66.
Hyundai KONA vs. Jeep Renegade Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai KONA is 5.9 out of 10. For the Jeep Renegade the reliability rating is 6.0 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Renegade a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai KONA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai KONA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Jeep Renegade base engine makes 177 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 shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Jeep Renegade has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai KONA has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Renegade, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 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:
26075 - 36421
Used Asking Price:
25164 - 34995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.344325
Hyundai KONA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.833333 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Renegade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 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
27 out of / 56Ranking
30 out of / 66Ranking
31 out of / 56Ranking
34 out of / 56Ranking
36 out of / 66Ranking
38 out of / 66Ranking
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42 out of / 66Ranking
46 out of / 56Ranking
53 out of / 66Jeep Renegade Rankings
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1 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 56Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 16Ranking
13 out of / 56Ranking
14 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 22Ranking
16 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 58Ranking
19 out of / 49Ranking
20 out of / 66Ranking
31 out of / 56Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 56Ranking
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41 out of / 56Ranking
42 out of / 66Ranking
45 out of / 56Ranking
50 out of / 66Ranking
53 out of / 66Ranking
55 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
Jeep Renegade Trim Levels
(Red) Edition, Altitude, Latitude, Limited, Trailhawk, Upland
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:
5 years / 60000 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):
4 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:
177 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 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:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
292 / 368 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:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
118.6 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:
3320 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
166.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 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