GMC Terrain vs Hyundai Kona N
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Hyundai Kona N
Overview
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Hyundai Kona NN |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Elevation | N |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Hyundai Kona NN |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,400 (best) | $34,950 |
| Lowest listing price | $19,599 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $26,831 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $44,130 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 8 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Hyundai Kona NN |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Hyundai Kona NN |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 276 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 289 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Hyundai Kona NN |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.5 cu ft (best) | 45.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,404 lbs (best) | 1,091 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,446 lbs | 3,340 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 181 in (best) | 165.9 in |
| Width | 74.5 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 65.8 in (best) | 61.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC TerrainElevation | Hyundai Kona NN |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
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 | GMC Terrain | Hyundai Kona N |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elevation $30,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | N $34,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Elevation $32,400 MSRP | — |
| 3 | AT4 $39,100 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Denali $42,200 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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SLT
Marine Metallic•Jet Black, Perforated Leather-Appointed Seat Trim78,610 mi$23,999Jay Hatfield GMC of Pittsburg
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Sterling Metallic•After Dark, Premium Cloth Seat Trim44,355 mi$26,831Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
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GMC Terrain vs Hyundai Kona N FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Terrain vs 2023 Hyundai Kona N on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Terrain starts lower at $30,400. Live GMC Terrain listings start at $19,599.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- The 2027 GMC Terrain leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,400).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- The 2027 GMC Terrain leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- The 2023 Hyundai Kona N leads on horsepower in this comparison (276).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Terrain or 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- The 2027 GMC Terrain leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 GMC Terrain vs 2023 Hyundai Kona N?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Kona N (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).