Hyundai Kona vs Ford Bronco Sport
Overview | |
MSRP$25,500 | MSRP$31,695 |
Listings387 | Listings600 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAmong small crossovers, the 2026 Kona is one of the biggest in size, passenger room, and cargo volume. Turbocharging and all-wheel drive (AWD) are available, and for this class, the technology is impressive. This year, Hyundai simplified the lineup, shrinking it down to four trim levels with mostly cosmetic differences. More safety features are standard this year, too. Verdict: With the 2026 Kona, Hyundai offers a terrific small SUV. Putting the polarizing design and the unimpressive base powertrain aside, there are few reasons to skip it and a long list of reasons to choose it. | |
Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.5 cu ft | Cargo Space32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3005 lbs | Curb Weight3458 lbs |
Height62.2 in | Height70.4 in |
Length171.3 in | Length173.0 in |
Width71.9 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase104.7 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1085 lbs | Maximum Payload1170 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,500 | $31,695 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Among small crossovers, the 2026 Kona is one of the biggest in size, passenger room, and cargo volume. Turbocharging and all-wheel drive (AWD) are available, and for this class, the technology is impressive. This year, Hyundai simplified the lineup, shrinking it down to four trim levels with mostly cosmetic differences. More safety features are standard this year, too. Verdict: With the 2026 Kona, Hyundai offers a terrific small SUV. Putting the polarizing design and the unimpressive base powertrain aside, there are few reasons to skip it and a long list of reasons to choose it. | Launched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.5 cu ft | 32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3005 lbs | 3458 lbs |
Height | 62.2 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1085 lbs | 1170 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2200 lbs | |
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