The 2021 Hyundai Kona comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.New Night Edition trim.
PROS Optional turbocharged engine provides quick acceleration Nimble handling makes it enjoyable to drive Lots of features for your money
CONS Weak base engine Gear shifts from the turbo engine's transmission are often unrefined Interior is trimmed with a lot of hard plastic panels
The 2021 Hyundai Kona's #1 ranking is based on its score within the Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Hyundai Kona has a score of 8.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Upscale cabin Easy-to-use infotainment system Energetic turbocharged engine available Poised handling and comfortable ride
Cons Rear seats less spacious than rivals’ Subpar maximum cargo capacity
The 2021 Hyundai Kona wears like statement jewelry, and drives like a bargain.
Pros Squirty handling Standard automatic emergency braking Very good infotainment Reasonable fuel economy Kona Electric
Cons Busy to the eye Sluggish off the line Shifty dual-clutch transmission Snug back seat Value sags at the top
Pros Practical and well built interior Potentially long warranty Comfortable and quiet to drive
Cons Range is nothing special Some rivals can charge faster Rivals have more-user friendly infotainment
Pros Handling is spry, nicely-trimmed interior, compliant ride.
Cons Less range than rival EVs, doesn't offer the fastest charging tech, steer-by-wire system takes getting used to.
