2023 Mazda CX-30 vs 2024 Hyundai Kona
Overview | |
MSRP$22,950 | MSRP$24,250 |
Listings141 | Listings238 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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2023 Mazda CX-30 Reviews SummaryThe rear-seat room is cramped and the cargo space is tight in this subcompact SUV, but the tradeoff is an appealing design, a classy and high-quality interior, and enjoyable driving dynamics, especially with the available turbocharged engine. Imagine what a Mazda 3 hatchback would be like with a raised suspension and thick lower body cladding, and you'll get the gist of the 2023 CX-30. | |
2024 Hyundai Kona Reviews SummaryThe Kona debuted for 2018 and got an electric counterpart when the Kona EV hit the market the following year. Hyundai's subcompact SUV got a refresh for 2022, which also saw the addition of the hot-hatch Kona N to the stable. Now, the Kona kicks off a whole new generation, with a new look, new tech, and, naturally, a new price tag to match. In a crowded segment, do the new features match–or perhaps even exceed–the added cost? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.2 cu ft | Cargo Space25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3424 lbs | Curb Weight3005 lbs |
Height61.7 in | Height62.2 in |
Length173.0 in | Length171.3 in |
Width70.7 in | Width71.9 in |
Wheelbase104.4 in | Wheelbase104.7 in |
Maximum Payload957 lbs | Maximum Payload1085 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,950 | $24,250 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The rear-seat room is cramped and the cargo space is tight in this subcompact SUV, but the tradeoff is an appealing design, a classy and high-quality interior, and enjoyable driving dynamics, especially with the available turbocharged engine. Imagine what a Mazda 3 hatchback would be like with a raised suspension and thick lower body cladding, and you'll get the gist of the 2023 CX-30. | The Kona debuted for 2018 and got an electric counterpart when the Kona EV hit the market the following year. Hyundai's subcompact SUV got a refresh for 2022, which also saw the addition of the hot-hatch Kona N to the stable. Now, the Kona kicks off a whole new generation, with a new look, new tech, and, naturally, a new price tag to match. In a crowded segment, do the new features match–or perhaps even exceed–the added cost? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.2 cu ft | 25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3424 lbs | 3005 lbs |
Height | 61.7 in | 62.2 in |
Length | 173.0 in | 171.3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.9 in |
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 957 lbs | 1085 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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