Compare 2025 Hyundai Kona vs 2025 Hyundai Tucson

Performance

Both SUVs bring impressive performance, but their strengths differ depending on your lifestyle and driving habits around Elk Grove.

2025 Hyundai Kona Performance

The Kona is ideal for quick commutes, city driving, and everyday agility:

• Standard 2.0L 4-cylinder engine with 147 horsepower and smooth CVT
• Available 1.6L turbocharged engine with 190 horsepower and 8-speed automatic transmission
• Standard front-wheel drive with available all-wheel drive for extra grip on rainy Sacramento days

2025 Hyundai Tucson Performance

If you need more room and power for road trips or family use, the Tucson delivers:

• Standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and 8-speed automatic
• Available hybrid powertrain with 1.6L turbo engine + electric motor for 226 combined horsepower
• HTRAC all-wheel drive available for added stability

The Kona offers quick handling and compact efficiency, while the Tucson provides enhanced capability and comfort for drivers who need more space and strength.

Appearance

Both SUVs feature modern Hyundai design, but they express it in distinct ways.

Kona Styling Highlights

• Compact body with rugged cladding and urban edge
• Bold LED light bar across the front
• Sharp grille with metallic trim and eye-catching angles

Tucson Styling Highlights

• Taller, more sculpted body with clean character lines
• Parametric grille integrated with LED lighting
• Signature hidden DRLs for a sleek, upscale appearance

The Kona turns heads in tight city spaces, while the Tucson makes a strong impression with its bold midsize SUV silhouette.

Features

Both models offer premium features and cutting-edge tech, but the Tucson adds extra luxury and utility.

2025 Hyundai Kona Key Features

• 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation
• Bose® 8-speaker premium audio system
• Surround-view camera and blind-spot monitoring
• Wireless phone charging and Digital Key
• Heated steering wheel and adaptive cruise control

2025 Hyundai Tucson Key Features

• All Kona features, plus:
• Leather seating with memory settings
• Panoramic sunroof and hands-free power liftgate
• Tow hitch and enhanced cargo space
• Rear cross-traffic assist and parking collision avoidance

The Kona is a great choice if you prioritize modern convenience in a small footprint. If you want more cargo, comfort, and travel-ready features, the Tucson is a better choice.

Whether you're interested in the agile 2025 Kona or the spacious and feature-rich 2025 Tucson, Elk Grove Hyundai has the selection and expertise to help you make the right call. We proudly serve drivers from Sacramento, Stockton, and surrounding areas looking for top-rated Hyundai SUVs near them. Explore our 2025 Kona and Tucson inventory online, and visit Elk Grove Hyundai for a test drive today.