Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012 Hyundai Kona Hyundai Kona 2018

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,475

Hyundai Kona Ultimate   
Difference: $10,365

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,220

Hyundai Kona Ultimate   
Difference: $8,665

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122018
ModelExplorerExplorerKona
TrimXLTLimitedUltimate
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $32,095 $37,855 $27,400
Base Invoice $30,027 $35,268 $26,170
Package 205A 2,800    
Blind spot warning system 595 595  
Navigation system 795 795  
Cargo cover 135 135  
Panoramic sunroof 1,595 1,595  
Floor mats     125
Package 205A 2,380    
Blind spot warning system 506 506  
Navigation system 676 676  
Cargo cover 115 115  
Panoramic sunroof 1,356 1,356  
Floor mats     100
Options (change) 5,920 3,120 125
Options (change) 5,033 2,653 100
Destination 825 825 950
Total Price $38,840 $41,800 $28,475
Total Invoice $35,885 $38,746 $27,220

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Hyundai Kona dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Kona Ultimate
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,135
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,401
Model Year201220122018
ModelExplorerExplorerKona
TrimXLTLimitedUltimate
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6290hp V6175hp I4
TransmissionT6T6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG17/25 MPG28/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8390, 12315, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18255/50-20235/45-18
Total Price$38,840$41,800$28,475
Adjustments for Features0-1,565-770
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,840$40,235$27,705
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,395$0
Total Invoice$35,885$38,746$27,220
Adjustments for Features0-1,451-736
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,885$37,295$26,484
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,410$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona

Model Year201220122018
ModelExplorerExplorerKona
TrimXLTLimitedUltimate
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app  $25
Remote climate control  $25
Remote start $150 
Remote start via app  $75
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200
Curve control$50$50 
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150
Forward collision warning  $200
Inflatable rear seat belts$200$200 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Lane departure warning  $200
Pedestrian detection  $50
Safety key$5$5 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500 
Trailer sway control$25$25 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200 
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
Apple CarPlay support  $100
CD player$125$125 
HD radio $50$50
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
SD Card slot$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Surround sound $250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0 
Wireless charging station  $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200
Compass  $0
Cornering lights  $50
Head-up display (HUD)  $350
Interior ambient lighting $150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Power-folding mirrors $50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Stowable third row seats$600$600 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Total Value of Features$5,430$6,995$6,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,565$770
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,451-736

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona

Model Year20122018
ModelExplorerKona
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in102.4 in
Length197.1 in164.0 in
Width78.9 in70.9 in
Height70.4 in61.0 in
Curb Weight4,557 lb.3,043 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in55.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in54.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in34.6 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft319.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft319.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft345.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Package 205A
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Unbranded, 8 speakers350No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
A/V input jacks25No
SD Card slot25No
Wi-Fi hotspot capability0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Total Requested187562%
Total Not Requested115038%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.