Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2018 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: $14,695

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,220

Hyundai Kona Ultimate   
Difference: $14,011

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerExplorerKona
TrimXLTLimitedSportPlatinumUltimate
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $34,020 $42,090 $45,950 $53,940 $27,400
Base Invoice $32,489 $40,196 $43,883 $51,512 $26,170
Technology Feature Bundle 935        
Safe and Smart Package 1,295 1,295 1,295    
Package 202A 4,100        
Panoramic sunroof 1,695 1,695 1,695    
Cargo cover 130 130 130 130  
Floor mats         125
Technology Feature Bundle 888        
Safe and Smart Package 1,230 1,230 1,230    
Package 202A 3,895        
Panoramic sunroof 1,610 1,610 1,610    
Cargo cover 124 124 124 124  
Floor mats         100
Options (change) 8,155 3,120 3,120 130 125
Options (change) 7,747 2,964 2,964 124 100
Destination 995 995 995 995 950
Total Price $43,170 $46,205 $50,065 $55,065 $28,475
Total Invoice $41,231 $44,155 $47,842 $52,631 $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: $12,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,509
Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerExplorerKona
TrimXLTLimitedSportPlatinumUltimate
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6280hp I4365hp V6365hp V6175hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6T6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7390, 12390, 12500, 12315, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18255/50-20255/50-20255/50-20235/45-18
Total Price$43,170$46,205$50,065$55,065$28,475
Adjustments for Features-2,620-4,985-6,410-10,4500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,550$41,220$43,655$44,615$28,475
Cost Above Minimum$0$670$3,105$4,065$0
Total Invoice$41,231$44,155$47,842$52,631$27,220
Adjustments for Features-2,502-4,764-6,125-9,9880
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,729$39,391$41,717$42,643$27,220
Cost Above Minimum$0$662$2,988$3,914$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona

Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerExplorerKona
TrimXLTLimitedSportPlatinumUltimate
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100$1100 
7-speed automated manual    $1200
FWD$0$0  $0
AWD  $1700$1700 
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 $100 
Active noise reduction   $0 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600$600$600 
Cruise control    $150
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100$100 
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100$100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50$50$50 
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350 
Power-adjustable pedals   $125 
Remote start$150$150$150$150 
Remote start via app    $75
Remote window/roof operation $15 $15 
Semi-automated parking system   $500 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 $250 $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350 $350 
Universal garage door opener $100 $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25$25 
Automatic braking, low-speed    $200
Curve control$50$50$50$50 
Driver drowsiness monitor    $150
Hill descent control  $250$250 
Inflatable rear seat belts   $200 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150$150 
Pedestrian detection    $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Safety key$5$5$5$5 
Side curtain airbags    $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500$500$500 
Terrain selector  $200$200 
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25 
Wide-view front camera $150 $150 
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch  $250$250 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)  $150$150 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125$125 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400$400$400 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0  
Black grille (optional)  $0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200 
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40 
Sunroof    $900
Tow hook(s), front  $40$40 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0 
App support$0$0$0$0 
CD player$125$125$125$125 
HD radio $50$50$50$50
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25 
Surround sound $250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation    $225
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Wireless charging station    $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Cornering lights    $50
Head-up display (HUD)    $350
Interior ambient lighting $150 $150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250$250$250 
Power-folding mirrors $50 $50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300 $300 
Door sill trim plates $100   
Heated second row seats $200 $200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200$200 
Leather door panel trim   $250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Massage, driver seat   $100 
Massage, passenger seat   $100 
Memory system, driver seat $200 $200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power-stowing third row seats $1000$1000$1000 
Stowable third row seats$600    
Tailgating position, third row seats $50$50$50 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000 
Wood trim   $300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350  $350
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200
Machined alloy wheels  $350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100 
Total Value of Features$7,645$10,010$11,435$15,475$5,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,620$4,985$6,410$10,450$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,502-4,764-6,125-9,9880

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Kona

Model Year20182018
ModelExplorerKona
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in102.4 in
Length198.3 in164.0 in
Width78.9 in70.9 in
Height70.0 in61.0 in
Curb Weight4,458 lb.2,891 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.4 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.5 in55.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom40.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in54.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.8 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 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 Legroom33.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft319.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft319.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
81.7 ft345.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Technology Feature Bundle
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD player125No
MP3-compatible player50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested70080%
Total Not Requested17520%
Safe and Smart Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested120070%
Total Not Requested52530%
Package 202A
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Remote start150Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Unbranded, 7 speakers350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Heated steering wheel100No
Remote climate control25Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Remote app25Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Total Requested200056%
Total Not Requested155044%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Safe and Smart Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested120070%
Total Not Requested52530%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport

Safe and Smart Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested120070%
Total Not Requested52530%

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.