The 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric is the kind of electric vehicle shoppers want: a tall-riding crossover that doesn’t attract too much attention.
Pros All-electric powertrain Impressive, 250-mile range Usable cargo space Standard 7.0-inch touchscreen Automatic emergency braking on all trims
Cons Limited availability Is it really a crossover? Just front-wheel drive Small-ish second row
The 2019 Hyundai Kona ranked #1 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Hyundai Kona has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Potent turbocharged engine option Agile handling Upmarket cabin Intuitive infotainment system
Cons Less cargo space than most rivals Some road bumps disrupt ride quality
All-new electric version of the Kona.Hyundai has given the Kona Electric plenty of range and satisfying performance, even improving over the standard Kona in some ways.
Pros Long driving range of 258 miles Quick acceleration and sharp handling make it fun to drive Comfortable and quiet cabin Plenty of standard tech features
Cons Tight rear legroom Availability limited to just a few states
New 19-inch wheel design for certain trims.A-Spec Appearance package extended to four-cylinder model.
PROS Interior is quiet and trimmed with high-quality materials Comes standard with several desirable driver safety aids Back seat comfortably seats adults
CONS Four-cylinder engine is underpowered Competent but bland driving character No real zest or gusto
The 2019 Acura TLX is a sharp luxury mid-size sedan, but lacks the performance pedigree and options that others may offer.
Pros A-Spec option for 4-cylinder Quiet, refined ride Plenty of standard safety features Strong V-6 with decent fuel economy Responsive infotainment system
Cons Anonymous, muted design Cramped interior Dual-screen infotainment
The 2019 Acura TLX ranked #12 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Acura TLX has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 37 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good gas mileage Plenty of standard and available features Lower starting price than competitors
Cons Below-average trunk space Rivals are quicker Rivals handle better Rivals are more opulent
