Compare the Hyundai Kona 2025 Essential 2.0L FWD VS Hyundai Kona 2021 Essential 2.0L FWD

Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
MSRP: 26249$
MSRP: 21299$
Features
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Body
Sport
Sport
Doors
4
4
Fuel
Sequential MPI
Sequential MPI
Transmission
CVT w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Engine
2.0L MPI DOHC 16-Valve Inline 4-Cylinder
2.0L MPI 4-Cylinder DOHC
Emissions
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
G/km Of CO2 Emissions
177
187
Transmission
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
-
1.00
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
6.05
3.51
First Gear Ratio (:1)
2.68 - 0.39
4.64
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
-
1.39
Reverse Ratio (:1)
2.82
3.38
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
-
2.83
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
-
0.77
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
-
1.84
Trans Description Cont.
CVT w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Trans Type
1
6
Vehicle
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
EPA Classification
Small SUV 2WD
Small SUV 2WD
Interior Dimensions
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Front Head Room
39.9 (in)
39.6 (in)
Front Hip Room
54.3 (in)
53.3 (in)
Front Leg Room
41.7 (in)
41.5 (in)
Front Shoulder Room
56.8 (in)
55.5 (in)
Passenger Capacity
5
5
Passenger Volume
99 (ft³)
94.1 (ft³)
Second Head Room
38.3 (in)
37.8 (in)
Second Hip Room
52.4 (in)
52.2 (in)
Second Leg Room
38.2 (in)
34.6 (in)
Second Shoulder Room
55.2 (in)
54.5 (in)
Weight Information
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Base Curb Weight
3005 (lbs)
2890 (lbs)
Total Option Weight
0.00 (lbs)
0.00 (lbs)
Mileage
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
EnerGuide Estimate - City
8.1 (L/100 km)
8.6 (L/100 km)
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy
6.8 (L/100 km)
7 (L/100 km)
Engine
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Displacement
2.0 L/122
2.0 L/122
Engine Type
Regular Unleaded I-4
Regular Unleaded I-4
Fuel System
Sequential MPI
Sequential MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
147 @ 6200
147 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
132 @ 4500
132 @ 4500
Type
2.0L MPI DOHC 16-Valve Inline 4-Cylinder -inc: idle stop and go null
2.0L MPI 4-Cylinder DOHC null
Electrical
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
150
150
Suspension
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Tires
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Front Tire Size
P215/60HR17
P205/60HR16
Rear Tire Size
P215/60HR17
P205/60HR16
Spare Tire Size
-
Compact
Wheels
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Front Wheel Size
17 X 7 (in)
16 X 6.5 (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size
17 X 7 (in)
16 X 6.5 (in)
Spare Wheel Material
-
Steel
Spare Wheel Size
-
Compact (in)
Steering
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
34.8 (ft)
34.8 (ft)
Brakes
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11 (in)
11 (in)
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
10.3 (in)
10.3 (in)
Fuel Tank
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
47 (L)
50 (L)
Exterior Dimensions
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Height, Overall
62.2 (in)
61.6 (in)
Length, Overall
171.3 (in)
164 (in)
Min Ground Clearance
6.7 (in)
6.7 (in)
Track Width, Front
62.6 (in)
62 (in)
Track Width, Rear
63 (in)
62.4 (in)
Wheelbase
102.4 (in)
102.4 (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors
71.9 (in)
70.9 (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
63.7 (ft³)
45.8 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
25.5 (ft³)
19.2 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
25.5 (ft³)
19.2 (ft³)

Equipment

Mechanical
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
150 Amp Alternator
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
4057# Gvwr
47 L Fuel Tank
6.05 Axle Ratio
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 2.0L MPI DOHC 16-Valve Inline 4-Cylinder -inc: idle stop and go
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
SACHS Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/SHIFTRONIC Sequential Shift Control
Transmission: Intelligent Variable (IVT) -inc: shift-by-cable and drive mode select
150 Amp Alternator
3.510 Axle Ratio
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control and Hill Hold Control
50 L Fuel Tank
915# Maximum Payload
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 2.0L MPI 4-Cylinder DOHC
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
GVWR: 1,805 kgs
SACHS Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and SHIFTRONIC Sequential Shift Control
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic -inc: OD lock-up torque converter and electronic shift lock system
Exterior
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Grille
Black Side Windows Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Clearcoat Paint
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Laminated Glass
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Lip Spoiler
Metal-Look Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tire Mobility Kit
Tires: P215/60R17 All-Season
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Aluminum
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille w/Chrome Surround
Black Rear Bumper w/Body-Coloured Bumper Insert
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Rear Window Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Lip Spoiler
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: P205/60R16 All-Season
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels w/Silver Accents
Wheels: 16" x 6.5J Aluminum
Entertainment
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Voice Activation
Radio: AM/FM/XM/MP3/HD Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability, Blue Link connected car system, 12.3" touchscreen audio display (ccNC Lite), 3-amp USB-C power/data outlet, shark-fin antenna and OTA software updates
Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control and Steering Wheel Controls
Radio: AM/FM/MP3 Audio System -inc: 6 speakers and 7.0" colour LCD touchscreen, iPod/USB and mp3 auxiliary input jacks (centre console mounted), Bluetooth hands-free phone system, Android Auto and Apply CarPlay
Streaming Audio
Interior
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
1 12V DC Power Outlet
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Bluelink+ Tracker System
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Seat Trim
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
Driver Seat
FOB Controls -inc: Remote Start
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Heated Front Bucket Seats (3-Steps) -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat
Illuminated Glove Box
Immobilizer
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Interior Accents
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Valet Function
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
2 12V DC Power Outlets
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Seat Trim
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Seat
Engine Immobilizer
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat
Illuminated Glove Box
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Interior Accents
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
Rigid Cargo Cover
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Safety
Hyundai Kona 2025
Essential 2.0L FWD
Hyundai Kona 2021
Essential 2.0L FWD
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) Blind Spot
BlueLink
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/Pedestrian Detection
Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Keeping Assist
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams