Comparing the Kicks to the Kona

Both vehicles pack in the features into their small frames. That means maximum value for your dollar. So, which one is for you? Take a look at them in a side-by-side comparison. All specs in the grid below are standard to the lowest S and SE trim levels, respectively.

Feature / Spec	2022 Nissan Kicks	2022 Hyundai Kona
Starting MSRP	$24,680	$21,300
Standard Engine / Drive	1.6L 4-cylinder / FWD	2.0L 4-cylinder / AWD
Standard Horsepower / Torque	122 / 114	147 / 132
Transmission	Xtronic CVT® (Continuously Variable Transmission)	Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission
Fuel Economy in MPG City / Hwy	31 / 36	32 / 35
Safety Features	Some advanced features like Lane Departure Warning	Some advanced features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
Infotainment System	7" Color touch-screen display	8-inch color touchscreen display audio system
Max Cargo Space in Cubic Feet	53.1	45.8

The two cars battle it out in all areas. If roominess in the cabin and cargo area is what you need, the Kicks is the clear winner. A little more zip in the horsepower department is welcome in the Kona, but this one seems almost too close to call.