2025 Hyundai Kona vs. 2025 Hyundai Tucson Review

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2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,350 to $33,400
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2025 Hyundai
Tucson

MSRP*: $28,355 to $39,795
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MPG - City 24 - 29 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 35 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 80.3 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 190 hp 187 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 171.3 - 172.6 in 182.7 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Tucson than in the Hyundai Kona, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Kona and the Hyundai Tucson.

Convenience
The Hyundai Tucson requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Kona, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Kona will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Hyundai Tucson.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Kona is much slimmer than the Hyundai Tucson, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Kona, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Hyundai Tucson.

Handling
The Hyundai Kona has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Hyundai Tucson, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Kona and the Hyundai Tucson.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Kona transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Hyundai Tucson.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Hyundai Tucson. The Hyundai Kona has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Tucson.