2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2026 Hyundai Kona
Overview | |
MSRP$21,700 | MSRP$25,500 |
Listings3228 | Listings1723 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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2026 Chevrolet Trax Reviews SummaryThe Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
2026 Hyundai Kona Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.6 cu ft | Cargo Space25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight2983 lbs | Curb Weight3005 lbs |
Height61.4 in | Height62.2 in |
Length178.6 in | Length171.3 in |
Width71.8 in | Width71.9 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase104.7 in |
Maximum Payload1162 lbs | Maximum Payload1085 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,700 | $25,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
MPG City | 29 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.6 cu ft | 25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2983 lbs | 3005 lbs |
Height | 61.4 in | 62.2 in |
Length | 178.6 in | 171.3 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 71.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1162 lbs | 1085 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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