Lexus RX Hybrid vs Hyundai Kona
Overview | |
MSRP$49,400 | MSRP$24,250 |
Average price$34,032 | Average price$20,182 |
Listings3989 | Listings9047 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryDuring the past three years, the RX 450h hybrid has accounted for an average of 15.4% of all Lexus RX sales in the U.S. Now, a redesigned 2023 Lexus RX is set to go on sale by the end of 2022, and the automaker will offer three hybrid models: the RX 350h, RX 450h+, and the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Based on time spent driving two of these three new 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid models, we expect them to at least double, if not triple, the previous-generation RX 450h’s share of sales. As long as the price is right, of course. | |
Reviews SummaryThe previous-generation Hyundai Kona debuted for 2018 and got an electric counterpart when the Kona EV hit the market the following year. Hyundai's subcompact SUV got a refresh for 2022, which also saw the addition of the hot-hatch Kona N to the stable. Now, the Kona kicks off a whole new generation, with a new look, new tech, and, naturally, a new price tag to match. In a crowded segment, do the new features match—or perhaps even exceed—the added cost? | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City37 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City37 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4455 lbs | Curb Weight3005 lbs |
Height67.3 in | Height62.2 in |
Length192.5 in | Length171.3 in |
Width75.6 in | Width71.9 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1085 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3494 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $49,400 | $24,250 |
Average price | $34,032 | $20,182 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | During the past three years, the RX 450h hybrid has accounted for an average of 15.4% of all Lexus RX sales in the U.S. Now, a redesigned 2023 Lexus RX is set to go on sale by the end of 2022, and the automaker will offer three hybrid models: the RX 350h, RX 450h+, and the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Based on time spent driving two of these three new 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid models, we expect them to at least double, if not triple, the previous-generation RX 450h’s share of sales. As long as the price is right, of course. | The previous-generation Hyundai Kona debuted for 2018 and got an electric counterpart when the Kona EV hit the market the following year. Hyundai's subcompact SUV got a refresh for 2022, which also saw the addition of the hot-hatch Kona N to the stable. Now, the Kona kicks off a whole new generation, with a new look, new tech, and, naturally, a new price tag to match. In a crowded segment, do the new features match—or perhaps even exceed—the added cost? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 37 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 37 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4455 lbs | 3005 lbs |
Height | 67.3 in | 62.2 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 171.3 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 71.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1085 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3494 lbs | |
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