2020 Hyundai Kona vs 2021 Kia Seltos
Overview | |
MSRP$20,300 | MSRP$21,990 |
Listings179 | Listings265 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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2020 Hyundai Kona Reviews SummaryThe Hyundai Kona subcompact SUV is one of the smallest cars you can buy with all-wheel drive. It competes in a class of four-door hatchbacks with the lifted suspensions and higher driving positions that crossover buyers want—and with the same generous list of convenience and safety features that come on larger crossovers. We last tested the Kona when it came out for 2018, but a new trim level and more standard driver assists are the major changes for 2020. For what Hyundai charges, the Kona is cramped and the interior disappoints, yet exterior style and on-road performance are spectacular. | |
2021 Kia Seltos Reviews SummaryThe subcompact SUV segment has now grown to 18 vehicles and counting. It is one of the fastest-growing vehicle segments among new cars. This is in large part due to the combination of usable cabin space, efficiency, price, and confidence-inspiring ride height. But even within this segment, there are two classes of vehicles. There are ones that feel somewhat watered down, such as the Ford EcoSport, Chevrolet Trax, and Nissan Kicks. And then there are subcompact SUVs that do not force the buyer to compromise. Options like the Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, Honda HR-V, and Subaru Crosstrek scale down the size of the SUV without paring back on the quality or features. The all-new 2021 Kia Seltos, slotted below the compact Kia Sportage and midsize Kia Telluride and Sorento, is very much in the latter group, and it may lead the pack out of the gate. The Seltos provides a high-quality cabin, the latest infotainment and safety technologies, and driving dynamics that go well beyond the segment status quo. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.2 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight2890 lbs | Curb Weight3087 lbs |
Height61.0 in | Height63.6 in |
Length164.0 in | Length172.0 in |
Width70.9 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase102.4 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1089 lbs | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,300 | $21,990 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Hyundai Kona subcompact SUV is one of the smallest cars you can buy with all-wheel drive. It competes in a class of four-door hatchbacks with the lifted suspensions and higher driving positions that crossover buyers want—and with the same generous list of convenience and safety features that come on larger crossovers. We last tested the Kona when it came out for 2018, but a new trim level and more standard driver assists are the major changes for 2020. For what Hyundai charges, the Kona is cramped and the interior disappoints, yet exterior style and on-road performance are spectacular. | The subcompact SUV segment has now grown to 18 vehicles and counting. It is one of the fastest-growing vehicle segments among new cars. This is in large part due to the combination of usable cabin space, efficiency, price, and confidence-inspiring ride height. But even within this segment, there are two classes of vehicles. There are ones that feel somewhat watered down, such as the Ford EcoSport, Chevrolet Trax, and Nissan Kicks. And then there are subcompact SUVs that do not force the buyer to compromise. Options like the Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, Honda HR-V, and Subaru Crosstrek scale down the size of the SUV without paring back on the quality or features. The all-new 2021 Kia Seltos, slotted below the compact Kia Sportage and midsize Kia Telluride and Sorento, is very much in the latter group, and it may lead the pack out of the gate. The Seltos provides a high-quality cabin, the latest infotainment and safety technologies, and driving dynamics that go well beyond the segment status quo. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.2 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2890 lbs | 3087 lbs |
Height | 61.0 in | 63.6 in |
Length | 164.0 in | 172.0 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1089 lbs | 1080 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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