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2019 Hyundai Kona vs. Its Competition

2019 Hyundai Kona
Martin Padgett Martin Padgett Editorial Director

The Hyundai Kona picks some experienced competition as its targets, but there are some softer opponents.

The Ford Ecosport and Chevrolet Trax may appeal to traditional buyers, but we advise branching beyond the Ford/GM tree—there are better picks out there.

If style is a priority, the Jeep Renegade is a natural competitor.

It’s the only other quirky pick on the list.

Its interior feels a little cheap, but the Jeep is ready for rugged trails more than the Kona.

Same goes for the Crosstrek: it’s slow like the base Kona, and its interior is a little less zesty than the Kona’s, but it’s more durable than the Jeep’s.

The 2018 Honda HR-V should be high on any compact crossover buyer's shopping list due to its efficient space and engine.

The CX-3 is another stilted wagon, but it’s more cramped than the Kona.

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Browse Used Listings		2019 Mazda CX-32019 Mazda CX-3
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Quick Specs
6.2
The 2019 Hyundai Kona takes less of your money for more of its space; it’s a compact crossover SUV that shares our priorities, if not our sensibilities.
4.2
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax makes a compelling used car alternative, but rivals do many things better.
3.7
The 2019 Ford EcoSport wants for safety and styling that match even the lowered standards set by its price.
4.8
The 2019 Jeep Renegade’s new engine should help this likable crossover SUV use less fuel.
5.8
The 2019 Mazda CX-3 fails to launch in the crossover-SUV space race.
5.5
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek is as plucky as ever, but with more available safety gear this year.
MSRP From     
$19,990$21,300$19,995$22,275$20,390$21,895
Gas Mileage     
25 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy24 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy23 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy27 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Regular Unleaded I-4Turbocharged Gas 4-CylIntercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-3Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded H-4
EPA Class     
Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDSpecial PurposeSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD
Style Name     
SE Automatic AWDFWD 4-Door LSS FWDSport FWDSport FWD2.0i Manual
Drivetrain     
All WheelFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport UtilitySport Utility VehicleSport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
Automatic w/ODAutomaticAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODManual w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
 2019 Hyundai Kona vs. 2019 Chevrolet Trax2019 Hyundai Kona vs. 2019 Ford Ecosport2019 Hyundai Kona vs. 2019 Jeep Renegade2019 Hyundai Kona vs. 2019 Mazda CX-32019 Hyundai Kona vs. 2019 Subaru Crosstrek