2021 Mazda CX-30 vs. 2021 Hyundai Kona: More performance and more space in the Mazda
May 02 2021,
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 is one of the most modern new small sport utility vehicles to arrive on the market and it faces some tough competition like the 2021 Hyundai Kona. The good news is that the CX-30 has the goods to stand out, offering better performance and more interior space along with being a lot more fun to drive.
Performance
Mazda is known for the performance of its vehicles, and the CX-30 is no exception. It delivers more horsepower out of the gate while also offering better performance in its most powerful version than any small SUV including the 2021 Hyundai Kona.
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2021 Mazda CX-30 |
2021 Hyundai Kona |
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Base Engine HP |
150 |
147 |
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Base Engine Torque |
155 |
132 |
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Opt. Engine HP |
186 |
175 |
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Opt. Engine Torque |
186 |
195 |
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Opt. Engine 2 HP |
227 |
- |
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Opt. Engine 2 Torque |
310 |
- |
As you can see, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is pretty much more powerful across the board than the 2021 Hyundai Kona meaning improved passing and quicker accelerations in the Mazda.
Moreover, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 is offered with the advanced i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system. The 2021 Hyundai Kona doesn’t offer AWD in any trim which means that it is at a disadvantage when it comes to winter performance.
Interior space
The Mazda CX-30 isn’t just the most powerful option, it is also the most spacious option. Regardless of which way you look at it, the CX-30 has more space than the Kona.
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2021 Mazda CX-30 |
2021 Hyundai Kona |
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Cargo capacity (litres) |
572 |
544 |
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Rear legroom (mm) |
921 |
880 |
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Rear headroom (mm) |
973 |
961 |
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 is more spacious than the Kona in the back and in the trunk, giving buyers more versatility out of a small SUV that is also more fun to drive and offers all-wheel drive. To learn more, contact us today!
