2022 HR-V vs. 2022 Kona Comparison Near Bellevue, NE

2022 Honda HR-V

2022 Hyundai Kona

2022 Honda HR-V vs. 2022 Hyundai Kona

If you're in the market for a new SUV, you've probably considered both the Honda HR-V and the Hyundai Kona. They're both popular small SUVs, and both come from distinguished Asian carmakers. But which one is right for you? O'Daniel Honda compares the 2022 HR-V and 2022 Kona's performance, safety, and interior features.

Interior Comparison

The 2022 HR-V has more passenger volume with 100.1 cubic feet than the Kona, which has 94.1 cubic feet. That's a difference of 6 cubic feet of space. In terms of interior space, the HR-V edges out the Kona in the following:

• Front shoulder room by 1.3 inches
• Rear headroom by .5 inches
• Rear legroom by 4.1 inches

The HR-V's rear seats recline for added passenger convenience during extended travels. This isn't the case for the Kona.

• Whether the rear seats are up or folded, the HR-V offers a larger cargo volume.
• With rear seats up: 24.3 cubic feet (vs. 19.2 cubic feet for the Kona)
• With rear seats folded: 58.8 cubic feet (vs. 45.8 cubic feet for the Kona)

Performance Comparison

For simplicity, the 2022 HR-V's engine has a single overhead cam. The two overhead cams in the 2022 Kona's engines contribute to the engine's increased complexity.

The HR-V's standard tires are larger compared to the Kona (215/55R17 vs. 205/60R16). Larger tires mean better traction on the road.

In terms of handling, the HR-V can handle up to 0.84 g. The Kona SE can handle just up to 0.81 g.

The 2022 HR-V has 17-inch wheels for its standard trim. This allows for better handling, more efficient brake cooling, and an overall smoother ride. Compare this with the Kona, which has standard 16-inch wheels.

The HR-V Sport's minimum ground clearance is higher compared to the Kona (6.9 inches vs. 6.7 inches). This makes the HR-V the better off-road choice.

In addition, the chassis of the HR-V removes noise and vibration from the passenger compartment. The Kona doesn’t have this feature.

Safety Comparison

The 2022 HR-V has smart air bags. The car considers the speed of the car and the size of the person before the airbags deploy. If a child is leaning against the door, then the side airbag will not deploy. The Kona does not have smart airbags. This means that the airbag will always deploy with full force.

Better brakes allow for better response on the road. The HR-V's have larger brake rotors than the Kona:

• Front rotors: 11.5 inches (vs. 11 inches for the Kona)
• Rear rotors: 11.1 inches (vs. 10.3 inches for the Kona)

The HR-V also needs less road length to stop. The HR-V only needs 170 feet to brake from 70 miles per hour to zero. By comparison, the Kona needs 175 feet.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration measures the safety of new cars via crash tests. When hitting a barrier at 38.5 miles per hour or a post at 20 miles, the Honda HR-V is safer.

Find the 2022 Honda HR-V near Bellevue, NE

The all-new 2022 Honda HR-V is better than ever and sure to surpass the competition. It offers a roomier interior, a more responsive engine, superior handling, and added safety features than the new Kona.

If you're looking for an SUV that offers great performance and peace of mind, look no further than the HR-V. Contact O'Daniel Honda near Bellevue, NE, to schedule a test-drive.