2025 Hyundai Kona vs. 2024 Kia Niro Review

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2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,350 to $33,400
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2024 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,940 to $35,340
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MPG - City 24 - 29 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 35 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 190 hp 139 hp
Exterior Length 171.3 - 172.6 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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

Convenience
The Kia Niro 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 Kia Niro.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Kona greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Kia Niro.