Kona vs Vitara: Subcompact crossover showdown | Philhyundai

Kona vs Vitara: Two famous subcompact crossovers come from Korea and Japan. Which one is your worthy choice?

Good news for you, Kona and Vitara are respectively Suzuki’s and Hyundai’s latest offerings in a series of subcompact crossovers. Nevertheless, which one is better for you? Kona vs Vitara – which option is your worthy future companion?

In a below head-to-head comparison, such useful information and specifications will give you all you need for your terminal decision.

Kona vs Vitara: Exterior

Kona vs Vitara: Subcompact Crossover Showdown

The designs of these two models are dissimilar. Vitara seems to be "conservative", while Kona is more liberal. Regardless, both Suzuki and Hyundai brands already have their business strategy when launching two such rival lines.

Upfront, both are equipped with projector halogen headlamps yet are in different positions. We could observe these under reference pictures. Vitara with the lighting system in the usual space, in contrast, the emitters of Kona is mounted in the bumper. Moreover, Vitara has DRLs, but Kona has a pair of halogen lamps.

Several specifications: the Hyundai Kona is 4.165mm in length, 1.800 in width, and 1.500 mm in height; in comparison, the Suzuki Vitara is 4.175 mm in length, 1.775 mm in width, and 1.610 mm in height. On the other hand, the Vitara’s wheelbase length gauges about 2.500 mm, shorter than that of Kona - 2.600 mm.

In brief, the Hyundai Kona is shorter, and the Suzuki Vitara is taller yet narrower. Kona, with a sharp and refined look, while the other is a bit more vintage. By all means, each buyer will tend to choose their car based on specific criteria, as long as they look good.

Regardless, a conservative chill one like the Suzuki is the best choice for anyone like this feature. Otherwise, whether you indulge in boulder trendy, the Kona is undoubtedly good for you.

Kona vs Vitara: Interior

Inside, all leather seats can be folded easily to increase cargo space. Other modern features consist of key-less entering, push-button start, cruise control, off-line navigation, steering wheel-mounted control, a trip computer, and charging port accessory equipment.

Vitara's AC system is automatic, while Kona's is manual. The crossover from the Korean brand has a central armrest and the cup holder is installed for the rear seats.

The 10-inch Android touch screen comes with the Linux operating system. Users can connect it easily via Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth.

Inside the Hyundai Kona 2020, speakers and audio can easily connect to the Bluetooth. The competitor from Japan is worthy of the "child" - Vitara of Korea has a system of 6 high-tech speakers. But Kona does not have a touchscreen. 

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The Vitara’ interior – a plethora of plastics, yet its head unit make up for it

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Kona vs Vitara: Safety features

One of the traits that are quite identical between Hyundai Kona and Suzuki Vitara is that it is equipped with six airbags in the driver, passenger, side, and curtains position. Also, they encompass speed sensor door locks and ISOFIX connectors.

It can be said that both Kona and Vitara meet safety standards with an anti-lock braking feature thanks to self-electric brake distribution, engine fixation, and stability control. However, the crossover from the Korean brand will have more gains with the hill descent control, the hill starts assisting, and the system monitors the tire pressure.

On the flip side, Vitara has a pedal release system, a reverse camera with parking sensors, a free-key cylinder, and a gear switch.

Kona vs Vitara are both equipped with six airbags

Kona vs Vitara: Engine and Fuel Saving

Kona, with the 2.0L engine, is lower than that of Vitara - 1.6L. Along with that, Hyundai's engine can produce 147 horsepower and 179 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, Suzuki's engine makes 115 hp and 156 Nm of twists. Both machines of these two models come with a six-speed gearbox, yet the Vitara has paddle shifters, while Kona has to do with its lever.

What’s more, compared to the highway, it is easy to see that the Kona is efficient with the 2.0L engine since it does not need to handle the same level of power as the 1.6L engine. In some tests, Kona managed 21.5 km / L, whilst Vitara reached 20.1 km / L.

Kona, with the 2.0L engine, is lower than that of Vitara - 1.6L

Despite the lack of a touchscreen head cluster, Hyundai Kona's 2.0-liter MPI 4-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine is more powerful than the Vitara propulsion. It produces 149 hp and 179 Nm of torque, while Vitara's M16A inline-4 engine produces 115 hp and 156 Nm of torque.

The Hyundai Kona is also lower to the ground level than the Suzuki Vitara, resulting in better-paved roads. Both the Kona and Vitara have front-wheel drive, and both use a six-speed automatic transmission.

Note, however, that the Suzuki Vitara 2020 does not have any paddle shift. Both also use MacPherson struts for the front suspension and a spin bar for the rear, 17-inch wheels (16-inch for the base Vitara), and surrounding disc brakes.

Hyundai Kona vs Suzuki Vitara: Price list & Variants available

Suzuki Vitara 2020 Price in the Philippines

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Reach a verdict: Hyundai Kona or Suzuki Vitara?

It seems that Vitara is the better trade out of the two. The obvious decision is to see with the features offered, plus the updated model. With prices ranging from P913,000 to P1,148,000, Vitara has plenty of room for consumers to choose which variant is best for them, so far as they are willing to waive a few features in exchange.

Kona is short on what you pay for and the only variant in the lineup that costs P188,000. The only variant is not as equipped as the Vitara, and values more than P50,000. Regardless, whether you demand a car that performs better on the road, the Kona should be your choice.

In brief, for more well-being, you ought to opt for the Suzuki Vitara. Meanwhile, the Hyundai Kona must be considered for those who care about a fun experience in versa.

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