When it comes to one of the most affordable SUVs in the market, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 scores top points. However, the 2021 Hyundai Kona is also another vehicle that the customers have come to admire. Therefore, we at Gaithersburg Mazda in Gaithersburg, MD, have made this comparison page where we take a deep dive into the features and specifications of both SUVs, and give our final verdict on which is the better vehicle.
2021 Mazda CX-30 |
Vs |
2021 Hyundai Kona |
2.5 S, Select, Preferred, Premium, 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus |
Trim Levels |
SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Limited, Ultimate |
$22,050 |
Starting MSRP |
$22,500 |
2.5 |
Maximum Engine Displacement (liters) | 1.6 |
227 hp | Maximum Horsepower |
175 hp |
It is quite evident from the table above that the 2021 Mazda CX-30 comes with more trim levels than the 2021 Hyundai Kona, which means that in terms of different options at different price points, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 edges out over the 2021 Hyundai Kona. Moreover, the starting price for the base variant of the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is less than that of the 2021 Hyundai Kona. Therefore, if price is a major consideration for you, then the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is the SUV you should go for.
Now, if we look at the engine performance, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 takes the cake here as well. While the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is powered by a 2.5-liter engine that produces 227 horsepower, the 2021 Hyundai Kona comes with a 1.6-liter engine that puts out 175 horsepower. The city and highway fuel economy rating of the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is 25 mpg and 33 mpg, respectively. Meanwhile, that of the 2021 Hyundai Kona is 27 mpg and 33 mpg, respectively. Thus, the two vehicles are almost at par with each other when it comes to fuel efficiency.
In terms of infotainment system, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is equipped with an HD radio, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Satellite radio, MP3 player and many other impressive features.
Therefore, while the 2021 Hyundai Kona is a great SUV, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is the ultimate winner in our books.