Compact SUVs like the Subaru Crosstrek and the Hyundai Kona offer so much versatility. They’re safe, roomy, and fun to drive. Which one is right for you, though? The team at Subaru of Utica has put together this Subaru Crosstrek vs. Hyundai Kona comparison to help drivers near Yorkville, Utica, Rome, and New Hartford, NY decide. Let’s go!
STANDARD HORSEPOWER
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
The engine is the heart of your car. It keeps you on the move and determines how fast you can go. When you’re getting an SUV, powerful engines are to be expected. Both the Crosstrek and the Kona meet these expectations. There’s only one that surpasses them, though.
The Subaru Crosstrek has a standard 2.0L 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine that gets up to 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque.
The Hyundai Kona is also standardly powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, and it’s not quite as powerful. It can only get up to 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque.
You’ll have total control over your drive with a 6-speed manual transmission in the Crosstrek. An efficient Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) is also available. It delivers a smooth ride and gives you the opportunity to drive manually with paddle shifters.
The Hyundai Kona, on the other hand, is available with either an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) or a 7-speed EcoShift Dual-Clutch transmission.
Both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Hyundai Kona offer comfortable seating for five riders. Whether you’re driving the kids to school or carpooling with friends to a game, everyone will be able to relax in their ample cabins.
Both models have spacious interiors. The Crosstrek offers a bit more room to stretch your legs, though. It features 43.1 inches of legroom up front and 36.5 inches in the back row.
The Hyundai is a bit more cramped with only 41.5 inches of front legroom and 35.2 inches in the second row.
Each compact SUV also offers plenty of convenient cargo room. For example, the Subaru Crosstrek has a wide trunk. With 20.8 cubic feet of cargo room, you’ll be able to carry lots of bags. Plus, by folding the second-row seats, you can get up to 55.3 cubic feet of cargo room.
The Hyundai Kona can’t carry as much luggage for your next vacation. While its trunk is only slightly smaller at 19.2 cubic feet, folding down the seats only yields up to 45.8 cubic feet of cargo room.
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| Cargo Room Behind Row (front/rear) | 55.3 cubic feet/20.8 cubic feet | 45.8 cubic feet/19.2 cubic feet |
| Headroom (front/rear) | 39.8 inches/38 inches | 39.6 inches/37.8 inches |
| Legroom (front/rear) | 43.1 inches/36.5 inches | 41.5 inches/35.2 inches |
Getting from Point A to Point B is a journey in and of itself. Whether you’re just driving across town or exploring unfamiliar roads, you can have peace of mind with standard safety features in both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Hyundai Kona.
The Subaru Crosstrek is designed to help keep you safe and in control. It comes standard with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, so you’ll be able to enjoy traction and stability in any condition.
It’s also prepared for bumpy roads and trails. With its 8.7-inch ground clearance, you’ll be able to safely get up and over anything that stands in your way. The Crosstrek is also available with smart safety features that can help prevent accidents.
EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology in the Subaru Crosstrek gives you more awareness during your drive. This system includes the following features:
- Pre-Collision Braking System
- Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
- Lane Departure and Sway Warning
- Pre-Collision Throttle Management
The Hyundai Kona offers some similar driver-assistance features, but it comes with standard front-wheel drive. While all-wheel drive is available, the Kona sits lower to the ground with a 6.7-inch ground clearance. For greater traction, control, and safety, the Subaru is the better option.
Visit Subaru of Utica to test drive the safe and spacious Subaru Crosstrek. It offers peace of mind and a comfortable ride to drivers in Yorkville, Utica, Rome, and New Hartford, NY. Contact us to learn more about our Subaru Crosstrek vs. Hyundai Kona comparison or schedule your test drive.
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