Compare 2021 Subaru Crosstrek vs 2021 Hyundai Kona

Serving Kennesaw, GA

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is a high-performing vehicle with impressive credentials. The Crosstrek shines inside, outside, and under the hood with a strong engine, sophisticated powertrain, and many conveniences. The Crosstrek is a rugged SUV made for outdoor adventures, but it is also a consumer-friendly vehicle that is loaded with amenities for a relaxing and enjoyable ride, including top-ranked safety aids and cutting-edge technology. The Crosstrek gets some notable updates in 2021, including a new base engine with a greater power output and even more standard safety aids. There are some styling updates for the Crosstrek too, including a new bumper design and a new front grille. You can schedule an online test drive of the Subaru Crosstrek at Subaru of Kennesaw, where you will be able to take the Crosstrek for a virtual spin to see all its features. You can also see how it compares to the 2021 Hyundai Kona, which is a primary competitor. However, the Kona isn't as strong in the area of performance and handling. The interior of the Subaru Crosstrek also has a nicer appearance and higher-end materials, along with more standard safety amenities.

However, the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is the new midsize crossover SUV that has provided close completion to the Kona. Both vehicles offer a wide range of features and elements, making them among the best three-row SUV. Deciding on the best to purchase may be challenging, but at Troncalli Subaru, we will highlight the similarities and differences.

Performance

The Subaru Crosstrek has a choice of two engines in 2021. This year, the base engine has been upgraded to provide even more power than the base engine in the past. The new base engine is a 2.0L with four cylinders. It is a gasoline-based engine with a power output of 152 HP. The second engine is available on select trims. If you want more power, you can ask to try out the Sport and Limited trims through an online test drive. These trims get their own separate engine with a power output of 182 HP. The base engine comes with a manual transmission that has six speeds. You can also select an automatic transmission instead. Advanced all-wheel drive is standard. The Hyundai Kona's base engine produces 147 HP at most. Its maximum torque is 132 LB-FT. The Kona can be ordered with a more powerful engine as well, but its maximum speed is 175 HP. Front-wheel drive is the Kona's standard drivetrain.

Interior

In comparison to the Hyundai Kona, the Subaru Crosstrek has a more spacious interior and a cabin filled with higher-end amenities. The Subaru Crosstrek has thoughtful touches and ample storage capacity across all trim levels. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and leather upholstery are just a few higher-end touches that you will get in the Crosstrek. Custom accent stitching is available on select trim levels, too. The Hyundai Kona has a more basic interior design with more plastic rather than higher-quality materials in its cabin. The Subaru Crosstrek has more space in the cabin for occupants, and it has more storage room in the trunk than the Hyundai Kona.

Safety and Technology

When you arrange for an online test drive of the Subaru Crosstrek, you'll see that the Crosstrek is filled with premium safety and technology. The Crosstrek earns top scores in safety crash tests as rated by reputable government safety test agencies, including the NHTSA. The Crosstrek is equipped with Subaru's EyeSight technology, which has lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and more advanced safety aids. The Kona has fewer advanced safety aids that come standard. Its base safety aids include forward collision warning and lane departure mitigation. More advanced safety aids are only available as add-ons or by upgrading to a higher trim level. The Crosstrek has a more generous base technology package that includes a USB charging port. A USB port is not included on the entry-level Kona. The higher trims of the Crosstrek also have more USB ports than the equivalent trims on the Kona.

If you think that the 2021 Crosstrek sounds worth exploring in greater detail, you've reached the right place. Contact Subaru of Kennesaw today to schedule an online test drive for the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek.

*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.