2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 30.1 cm longer, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox is barely wider than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, with a tiny 1.9 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox stands 7.6 cm taller than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, which may offer a slightly easier entry point and potentially more headroom. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox sits 2.3 cm higher off the ground than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. The wheelbase on both vehicles is nearly identical, suggesting a similar level of high-speed stability.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
465.1 cm (+30.1)
Height
158.5 cm
166.1 cm (+7.6)
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
184.4 cm (+1.9)
Ground clearance
17 cm
19.3 cm (+6.5)
Wheelbase
266 cm
272.5 cm (+0.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
465.1 cm
12.5 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
166.1 cm
3.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
184.4 cm
0.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
19.3 cm
1.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
272.5 cm
0.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offers a 124 L lead in the boot and a slight 5 L (SAE) edge with the seats down.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
466 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,300 L
N/A
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
722 L
846 L (+124)
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,804 L
1,809 L (+5)
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
174.2 L per m
254.4 L per m (+80.1)
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
95.5 L per m²
137.9 L per m² (+42.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
846 L
107 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,809 L
62 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
106%
SAE: above class average (+6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
In terms of door count, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2023 Hyundai Kona are matched exactly, each featuring 5 doors. Both the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox and the 2023 Hyundai Kona have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. You’ll find the 2023 Hyundai Kona a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.8 m turning circle advantage. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox carries a substantial 190 kg weight increase over the 2023 Hyundai Kona, meaning it may feel more planted and robust, but also less nimble in everyday driving.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
11.4 m (+0.8)
Curb weight
1,295 kg
1,485 kg (+190)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,485 kg
147 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Hyundai Kona parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57.5 cm
2022 Chevrolet Equinox parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 42 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
42 cm
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