2020 Hyundai Kona Review: This is One of the Best Small SUVs Today

More and more, consumers are demanding crossovers in place of sedans and hatchbacks, and automakers are delivering with plenty to pick from. For those who aren’t quite ready to move on from the comfort and convenience of a car but are increasingly intrigued by the perceived ruggedness offered by a cladding-covered crossover, there’s the 2020 Hyundai Kona, a small CUV with the character of a compact car. It also just so happens to be one of the best little crossovers on the market today. Dan Ilika, autoTRADER.ca's Road Test Editor, goes through the driving dynamics, cargo space, tech, and powertrain of this small SUV and also makes some suggestions on how it could be improved.

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[pedroramirez]

I bought a 2020 kona on 10/01/19 and I absolutely love it. I find the rear camera really good contrary to what he said.

[ofusowre]

As most car reviewers he s missed the point of the car. And doesn't understand who s looking at the review. The audience doesn't care if it's leather everywhere or not. It's not a Ferrari...Only if it looks good compared to other similar cars or not. Most people would want it to be a family car. And/or a city car for practical use in which it seems to be perfect. Most people aren't even interested in the fully spec. version. We will buy the car because of the affordable price. And the size and a couple of extra features. (Size because it's compact and not a monster truck) Not everyone like a big SUV. My guess is that most will even buy the standard 2.0 engine and not the turbo. It s more affordable and still more powerful than other small crossovers. Thank you

[lukehanson]

I can't believe the reviewer dislikes the exterior of the Kona. I think it's a great looking SUV.

[stefaniesilva]

I think Kona is beautiful outside. The front lights are so futuristic for me. I love it!!😍

[kevcreates]

Test drove the Kona Ultimate a few times today and was immediately in love. Going to be paying the remaining balance tomorrow!

[TriniGamerGirl]

The volume should automatically lower when you’re close to your destination and you’re still not sure if you’re at it. Lol

[canadabear]

Dan thinks the Kona is small. Maybe he should try getting in a Mazda CX3! The Kona is class competitive and is the quickest car in this class.

[robertmorley]

Well, it is what it is. If you need more cargo space, buy a Santa Fe.

[lowlanz]

It won the car of the year in both Spain and US.
Europe and North America are two very different markets when it comes to automobiles.

This proves that Kona is a really good SUV.

[khcy]

the screen has better resolution than my 40 grand 2018Toyota 4runner sr5 premium

[KPussGT]

I am a 'driver' with over 55 years on and off the road in everything from 18 wheelers and highly modified mustangs to Nodwells. I own a 2019 'Trend' with the 1.6 L AWD and love it! I live in western Canada where AWD is welcome in winter. This is a compact SUV so you're not going to enjoy the spaciousness of a Tuscon but there is plenty of room for my wife, our 30 lb dog and me to travel comfortably even on long trips which was an important feature for us. I did spend a hundred bucks and sound-proofed the vehicle myself - much improved. Highly recommend if you want a COMPACT SUV.

[nervusbreakdown]

okay, he talks about cheap materials but does he want it to be diamonds?


This car looks great, I want the electric version.

[techpappee]

I've looked and couldn't find many that offered higher quality plastics to be honest. They seem to be inline with others in the category. Kona is middle of the pack in cargo space with the seats up and near the top with them down. It can be hard to compare by memory alone.

Kona does have more performance (HP/TrQ) than any other offered in it's category not including premium brands of course. The 2.0 is line with the rest, 1.6T leaves them all behind.

[cbraZ]

06:01, you bought a small crossover, what do you expect? Lol

[parkerray]

Would all you darn reviewers stop with the plastic trim! it's an entry level not a luxury vehicle.

[balintszollar]

Gallows, Gaslight Anthem, Glassjaw... a man of my own heart!

[plummerofficial]

For what you have the video titled as, I was really surprised at how critical you were of the vehicle.

[Loganchuggrules]

What!?! The rear view camera is far better then any others I’ve seen!! What this guy on??

[BadCaliph]

2:10 Hell yes for Gallows. Didn’t expect that.

[carfreak]

The size of figures in the heads up display are adjustable, and can be made bigger. You can also change the colour.