Chevrolet HHR vs Kia Rondo
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Kia Rondo
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia RondoLX Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | LX Base |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia RondoLX Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $18,720 | $17,495 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia RondoLX Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia RondoLX Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 175 hp (best) |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 169 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia RondoLX Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 62.7 cu ft (best) | 35 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,155 lbs (best) | 3,333 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in (best) | 6.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 176.2 in | 179 in (best) |
| Width | 69.1 in | 71.7 in (best) |
| Height | 63.1 in | 65 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia RondoLX Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet HHR | Kia Rondo |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $18,720 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX Base $17,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Panel LS $19,030 MSRP | LX $18,495 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $19,720 MSRP | LX $19,495 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX $21,295 MSRP |
| 5 | — | EX $22,295 MSRP |