2021 Subaru Crosstrek vs 2021 Hyundai Kona
Overview | |
MSRP$22,245 | MSRP$20,500 |
Average price$24,685 | Average price$19,511 |
Listings2081 | Listings1761 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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2021 Subaru Crosstrek Reviews SummaryThe Crosstrek applies the successful formula of the Subaru Outback to a smaller vehicle. Like the Outback, the Crosstrek is an ordinary car that gets a raised ride height and plastic body cladding to make it look like an SUV, plus standard all-wheel drive. But while the Outback is based on the Subaru Legacy, the Crosstrek is a derivative of the Subaru Impreza. Subaru launched the Crosstrek for the 2013 model year as a replacement for the Outback Sport. The current Crosstrek was introduced for the 2018 model year as the second generation of the model. The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is the same basic vehicle as before, but gets a handful of notable updates. A new Sport trim level joins the previous base, Premium, and Limited trim levels in a lineup, and a 2.5-liter engine is now available alongside the previous 2.0-liter engine. The 2021 Crosstrek also gets an upgraded version of Subaru’s EyeSight driver-assistance system. | |
2021 Hyundai Kona Reviews SummaryAfter three years on the market, the Hyundai Kona continues to wow with great features, strong styling, and decent specs. The 2021 model year brings subtle changes to the Kona lineup, including new colors, a new Night Edition with Rays semi-gloss black 18-inch wheels, and gloss black exterior and interior accents. Hyundai offers the Kona in several trims: SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Night Edition, Limited, and Ultimate. A Hyundai Kona Electric model is available as well, but we'll cover that in a separate overview. A high-performance Kona N will be available for the 2022 model year. The Hyundai Kona competes with subcompact SUVs that include the Kia Soul, 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 a long warranty and plenty of standard features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway33 |
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Engine Name2.0L 152 hp H4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque145 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.8 cu ft | Cargo Space19.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3117 lbs | Curb Weight2890 lbs |
Height63.6 in | Height61.0 in |
Length176.5 in | Length164.0 in |
Width71.0 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase104.9 in | Wheelbase102.4 in |
Maximum Payload1226 lbs | Maximum Payload1089 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,245 | $20,500 |
Average price | $24,685 | $19,511 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.9 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Crosstrek applies the successful formula of the Subaru Outback to a smaller vehicle. Like the Outback, the Crosstrek is an ordinary car that gets a raised ride height and plastic body cladding to make it look like an SUV, plus standard all-wheel drive. But while the Outback is based on the Subaru Legacy, the Crosstrek is a derivative of the Subaru Impreza. Subaru launched the Crosstrek for the 2013 model year as a replacement for the Outback Sport. The current Crosstrek was introduced for the 2018 model year as the second generation of the model. The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is the same basic vehicle as before, but gets a handful of notable updates. A new Sport trim level joins the previous base, Premium, and Limited trim levels in a lineup, and a 2.5-liter engine is now available alongside the previous 2.0-liter engine. The 2021 Crosstrek also gets an upgraded version of Subaru’s EyeSight driver-assistance system. | After three years on the market, the Hyundai Kona continues to wow with great features, strong styling, and decent specs. The 2021 model year brings subtle changes to the Kona lineup, including new colors, a new Night Edition with Rays semi-gloss black 18-inch wheels, and gloss black exterior and interior accents. Hyundai offers the Kona in several trims: SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Night Edition, Limited, and Ultimate. A Hyundai Kona Electric model is available as well, but we'll cover that in a separate overview. A high-performance Kona N will be available for the 2022 model year. The Hyundai Kona competes with subcompact SUVs that include the Kia Soul, 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 a long warranty and plenty of standard features. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 152 hp H4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 145 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.8 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3117 lbs | 2890 lbs |
Height | 63.6 in | 61.0 in |
Length | 176.5 in | 164.0 in |
Width | 71.0 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 104.9 in | 102.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1226 lbs | 1089 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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