Model Year | 2019 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Kona | Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@5500 195 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.9 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 164.0 in | 183.9 in | -19.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 74.6 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 70.9 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3256 lb. | 4290 lb. | -1034 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 58.4 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.4 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.9 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.3 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.9 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 51.0 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 31.3 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.2 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 | -8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 45.8 ft3 | 66.8 ft3 | -21 ft3 |
2019 Hyundai Kona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Hyundai packaged the Kona fairly efficiently, but only so much was possible given the crossover's compact exterior dimensions. At 5-9 I can barely sit behind someone else my height, my knees nearly touching the front seat back. Put taller people in the front seats, and the rear seat would become viable only for small adults and children. The Honda HR-V has a much roomier rear seat (but much less comfortable front seats, at least for me, as their headrests jut too far forward). Most other competitors fall between the two. One exception: the Mazda CX-3 has an even tighter rear seat than the Kona. For those who fit, the Kona's rear seat is mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Hyundai Kona review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Hyundai Kona.
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |