2025 Hyundai Kona vs. 2024 Mazda CX-30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Kona

2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,350 to $33,400
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Picture of the 2024 Mazda CX-30

2024 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,800
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MPG - City 24 - 29 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 35 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 45.2 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 190 hp 191 - 227 hp
Exterior Length 171.3 - 172.6 in 173.0 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Kona as you will with the Mazda CX-30, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Whether you pick the Hyundai Kona or the Mazda CX-30, it's going to cost you about the same.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Kona and the Mazda CX-30.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Mazda CX-30.