Browse over 9,000 car reviews

    guides

    adventureguide

    evguide

    familyguide

    tradieguide

    urbanguide

    0 Logout

    Browse over 9,000 car reviews

    Should I buy a 2024 Hyundai Kona Hybrid or a Kia Seltos Sport+?

    Hyundai Hyundai Advice Hyundai Kona Hyundai Kona Advice Hyundai Kona 2024 Kia Kia Advice Kia Seltos Kia Seltos Advice Kia Seltos 2024
    ...

    We’re tossing up between a 2024 Hyundai Kona Hybrid and a Kia Seltos Sport+. We like the Hyundai for a number of reasons, however, on the first test drive, I felt like it had a problem similar to the Captiva 3.2-litre petrol I owned a few years back. That is; no power when it counts.

    The Kona is a 1.6L with a small electric motor and many reviews I have read highlight this issue. For us, this seems the only drawback. Your comment would be appreciated.

    Answered by CarsGuide
    27 May 2024
    David Morley

    CarsGuide tested the Kona Hybrid late last year (you can check out the review and video here) and came to exactly the same conclusion: That the car was great around the city, but lacked a bit of overtaking oomph at highway speeds.

    This will not be a problem for many owners who will possibly never need to overtake on a country road, but for those who do, perhaps there are better choices out there.

    Your comparison with the petrol Captiva is a valid one, too. On paper, this car had plenty of urge, but the power was all stacked way up in the higher rev ranges and required some forward planning when overtaking.

    Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.
    Other Hyundai Kona Problems
    SELL ALL HYUNDAI KONA PROBLEMS
    Related cars for sale on CarsGuide
    See more Hyundai Konas for sale

    Comments

    Have a new question for the CarsGuide team?
    More than 9,000 questions asked and answered.
    Ask now
    Complete guide to Hyundai Kona 2024
    Complete guide to Hyundai Kona 2024 CarsGuide Logo
    Reviews, price, specs and more