Honda HR-V vs Hyundai Kona
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Hyundai Kona
Overview
| Spec | Honda HR-VLX | Hyundai KonaSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda HR-VLX | Hyundai KonaSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,600 | $25,350 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $23,510 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $29,415 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $33,522 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 22 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda HR-VLX | Hyundai KonaSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 26 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal (best) | 12.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Honda HR-VLX | Hyundai KonaSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 158 hp (best) | 147 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft (best) | 132 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda HR-VLX | Hyundai KonaSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 55.1 cu ft | 63.7 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,159 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 7 in (best) | 6.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.5 in | 104.7 in (best) |
| Length | 179.8 in (best) | 171.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 71.9 in |
| Height | 63.4 in (best) | 62.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda HR-VLX | Hyundai KonaSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | 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 | Honda HR-V | Hyundai Kona |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $26,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $25,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $28,100 MSRP | SE $26,850 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $28,400 MSRP | SEL Sport $26,675 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport $29,900 MSRP | SEL Sport $26,675 MSRP |
| 5 | EX-L $30,450 MSRP | SEL Sport $28,175 MSRP |
| 6 | EX-L $31,950 MSRP | SEL Sport $28,175 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SEL Premium $28,275 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SEL Premium $28,550 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SEL Premium $29,775 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SEL Premium $30,050 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Limited $32,535 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Limited $32,650 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Limited $34,035 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Limited $34,150 MSRP |
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