Hyundai Kona vs Honda HR-V: Performance

In addition to the 2021 Hyundai Kona offering an all-electric variant that gives it an upper hand in the fuel-efficiency department, the conventional Kona models offer one more engine configuration than the Honda HR-V. 

You can find either of these engines under the hood of the 2021 Hyundai Kona:

      •    2.0L MPI Atkinson Cycle engine: 147 horsepower, 132 lb-ft of torque

      •    1.6L Turbo engine: 175 horsepower, 195 lb-ft of torque

The Honda HR-V's single engine option outputs a 141 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque performance. While this is relatively close to the Kona’s standard engine, the Kona offers slightly larger figures—this makes all the difference in terms of acceleration and wheel power and traction. 

Hyundai Kona vs Honda HR-V: Safety & Technology

It’s no secret that both the 2021 Hyundai Kona and Honda HR-V are teched-out crossover SUVs. In fact, they both display a healthy amount of in-car entertainment. However, the Hyundai Kona features a 7-inch touchscreen display that is compatible with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration.

On the other hand, the Honda HR-V standardizes a 5-inch LCD screen display with Bluetooth® streaming integration. While this vehicle does offer Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ systems, they don’t come standard on all trim levels, like they do in the Kona. 

Safety First

Both of these crossover SUVs offer intricate and protective passive safety systems. However, if you’re looking for standard safety, the Hyundai Kona is the name of the game. Its advanced safety suite introduces these safety features on the base trim:

      •    Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 

      •    Lane Keeping Assist

      •    Driver Attention Warning

While the Honda HR-V's Honda Sensing® system offers comparable features, they’re only equipped on the second half of its trim levels. On the other hand, the Kona offers safety features on all trim levels and adds more as you explore the higher trim levels.