2021 Nissan Rogue vs 2021 Hyundai Kona
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,050 | $20,500 |
Average price | $27,004 | $21,568 |
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User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Redesigned from the top down for the 2021 model year, the third-generation Nissan Rogue features numerous improvements, including in areas that aren’t obvious: on top of its engine and exterior and interior design, the platform and chassis are also entirely new to this nameplate. This means that all Rogue buyers benefit from the best of its improvements, not just those who can afford the top trim. This overall value contributed to making the new Rogue a Canadian award winner in its segment as judged by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). | After three years on the market, the Hyundai Kona continues to wow with great features, strong styling, and decent specs. Hyundai offers the Kona in several trims: Essential, Preferred, Trend, Luxury, Urban Edition, and Ultimate. A Hyundai Kona Electric model is available as well, but we'll cover that in a separate overview. A high-performance new Hyundai Kona N will be available for the 2022 model year. The Hyundai Kona competes with subcompact SUVs that include the Kia Soul, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taos, Mazda CX-30, Subaru Crosstrek, Nissan Kicks, Hyundai Venue, and Toyota C-HR. Given its size and price, buyers may also cross-shop the larger Hyundai Tucson. New car buyers have many other choices, then, but the Kona still stands out as a value-forward crossover with plenty of standard features. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 181 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 181 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 3 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.6 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3371 lbs | 2890 lbs |
Height | 66.5 in | 61.0 in |
Length | 183.0 in | 164.0 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 102.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1115 lbs | 1089 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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