The 2023 Hyundai Kona is an efficient subcompact SUV that's built for city life in Dayton while giving you the capability to go out on the highways and save significant money on gas. If you're looking for a subcompact SUV that's also easy to maneuver, the new Hyundai Kona is a great choice. In fact, we think it's a better option than strong rivals like the new Nissan Rogue. Here's why it makes sense to select the new Hyundai Kona as your next small crossover at Voss Hyundai in Dayton OH.
A comparison of engines
The new Hyundai Kona gives you more choices than the Nissan Rogue when it comes to engines. The Kona comes with a standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. In addition, the Hyundai Kona offers a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that can generate 195 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque.
At the high end, the Hyundai Kona N offers a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that cranks out 276 horsepower and 289 pound-feet of torque. The Nissan Rogue offers only one powertrain, a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine that gives you 201 horsepower.
A comparison of performance
Both these compact crossovers have available all-wheel drive and both can give you 30 MPG in the city. The Hyundai Kona delivers 35 MPG on the highway and the Nissan Rogue is a little better at 37 highway MPG. The Nissan Rogue, however, offers only a generic automatic transmission while the new Hyundai Kona gives you multiple transmission choices including a seven-speed dual clutch transmission with Hyundai’s SHIFTRONIC® system.
A comparison of interiors
The new Hyundai Kona gives you up to 46 cubic feet of cargo space which is more than respectable for its subcompact class. The Nissan Rogue is actually a compact SUV so it provides more cargo capacity. But the Hyundai Kona gives you unique advantages like hidden storage compartments in the cargo area to help families get more room to store essentials on board.
Both SUVs give you heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Nissan provides a dual panel panoramic moonroof while the new Hyundai Kona gives you a power sunroof. The Nissan Rogue gives you quilted semi-aniline leather seating surfaces and the Hyundai Kona lets you choose between aniline sports seats or leather-trimmed seats. The Hyundai Kona has a cabin that's more minimalistic and suitable for Dayton drivers who appreciate digital screens.
A comparison of technology
The 2023 Hyundai Kona provides wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility as a standard technology feature and so does the new Nissan Rogue. That provides Dayton drivers with safe, hands-free access to their favorite smartphone apps. The Hyundai Kona has a standard 8-inch color touch screen and an available 10.25-inch touch screen with navigation. The new Nissan Rogue also offers an 8-inch touch screen standard but it allows you to upgrade only to a 9-inch touch screen so the Hyundai Kona wins the battle of the touch screens.
The Nissan Rogue offers wireless device charging while the Hyundai Kona lets you re-charge your smartphone on a Qi-compatible wireless charging pad. Nissan’s system simply can't match Hyundai’s Bluelink® Connected Car System setup.
A comparison of safety technology
Both these smaller SUVs offer a reassuring list of standard safety features including a rear view camera, a forward collision warning system, blind-spot monitoring and a rear cross-traffic alert system.
Test drive the winning Hyundai Kona at our dealership
The new Hyundai Kona offers you a long list of advantages and starts at thousands of dollars less than the new Nissan Rogue. Find the Hyundai Kona you like most in our new inventory and arrange a test drive at Voss Hyundai in Dayton OH.
