2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2023 Hyundai Palisade
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2023 Hyundai Palisade?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 64.6 cm longer, 2023 Hyundai Palisade sits well ahead of 2023 Hyundai Kona in terms of body length. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is 15.1 cm wider than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, which could make for a tighter squeeze. Standing over 16.5 cm higher, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2023 Hyundai Kona. Sitting with 3.1 cm higher ground clearance, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. With an extra 24.1 cm between the wheels, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
499.6 cm (+64.6)
Height
158.5 cm
175 cm (+16.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
197.6 cm (+15.1)
Ground clearance
17 cm
20.1 cm (+24.1)
Wheelbase
266 cm
290.1 cm (+1.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2023 Hyundai Kona offers a massive 212 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2023 Hyundai Palisade counters with a huge 643 L lead for total hauling 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 (+212)
510 L
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
2,447 L (+643)
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
237.8 L per m (+63.6)
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
120.3 L per m² (+24.9)
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
510 L
229 L less 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
2,447 L
576 L more 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%)
92%
SAE: below class average (-8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2023 Hyundai Kona and 2023 Hyundai Palisade each built in a 5-door format. Opting for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade greatly expands your passenger options, thanks to its 3-seat advantage over the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2023 Hyundai Kona is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 1.2 m tighter than the 2023 Hyundai Palisade. From an agility perspective, the 2023 Hyundai Kona wins by a landslide, weighing 597 kg less than the 2023 Hyundai Palisade.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
8 (+3)
Turning circle
10.6 m
11.8 m (+1.2)
Curb weight
1,295 kg
1,892 kg (+597)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier 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
92%
8% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2023 Hyundai Palisade 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
2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 38.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
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