2021 Hyundai Kona Vs Chevy Trax
The compact SUV class sure has gotten crowded these days. And with so many amazing vehicles out there, it can be tough to make a decision when you're in the market. This is why the Pearson Hyundai team wanted to provide you with a detailed comparison of two competing compact SUVs; the Hyundai Kona and the Chevy Trax. Both vehicles are impressive in their own way, but it's been determined that the Kona comes out on top due to its extensive list of safety features, three engine options, advanced technology, and more! Continue reading to get the inside scoop on these two vehicles!
2021 Hyundai Kona Power & Handling
As mentioned above, the 2021 Hyundai Kona comes with three available engine options. The first of which is the default engine. This is a 2.0-Liter Inline-4 cylinder engine producing 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque while getting an average of 30 MPG. The second engine option is a more powerful 1.6L turbocharged I-4 kicking out 175 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. Last up is a plug-in electric motor. This pushes out 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque while maintaining an average of 130 MPG. All Kona engines are linked to a smooth 6-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive is optional.
2021 Chevrolet Trax Power & Handling
The 2021 Chevy Trax has one engine option. This is a turbocharged 1.4L I-4 kicking out 138 horsepower, 148 lb-ft of torque, and providing an average of 27 MPG. Similar to the Kona, the Trax engine is linked to a 6-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is also standard, while all-wheel drive is an available option.
2021 Hyundai Kona Features & Design
The Hyundai Kona has been redesigned for the 2021 model year. These upgrades include a refreshed exterior design with a new front fascia and new subtle details sprinkled around the vehicle's exterior. Inside, the Kona comes standard with a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, keyless entry, 60/40 folding rear seats, cloth seats, and driver assists like lane keep assist and automatic emergency braking. Available features on higher trim levels include heated front seats, leather seating, a power sunroof, remote start, premium audio, automatic climate control, blindspot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, and much more.
2021 Chevrolet Trax Features & Design
While the Kona has six main trim levels, the Trax only has two. The first trim includes a 7-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration, single-zone climate control, a 60/40 folding rear bench seat, and a flat-folding front passenger seat. The second trim adds cruise control, remote start, leatherette upholstery, tinted rear windows, and LED daytime running lights. Only available as added options are things like heated seats, keyless entry, and blindspot monitoring.
Conclusion:
While at first glance, the Hyundai Kona and Chevy Trax may seem like a close competition, as you take a closer look, the Kona becomes the obvious choice. The Kona has more standard features than the Trax has combined with its optional features. And with three available engine options in the Kona, you can be sure to get exactly what you need, whether it's power or fuel economy. Come on down to Pearson Hyundai and take a spin in the all-new Hyundai Kona and see for yourself why it's sitting at the top of its class! We look forward to seeing you!
