Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport vs Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive 10.4 s Runner-up: 11.2 s
Power winner Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive 141 hp Runner-up: 130 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive 466 L Runner-up: 320 L
Price winner Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive $28,750 Runner-up: $30,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport against the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 10.4 seconds, compared with 11.2 seconds for 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport. 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the higher listed output at 141 hp; 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport is rated at 130 hp, a difference of 11 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive at 265 Nm and 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport at 185 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the lower recorded consumption at 4.7 L/100km; 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport is listed at 5.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 466 litres versus 320 litres, a difference of 146 litres. Their listed towing capacities are equal at 750 kg. 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive is 175 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the lower listed starting price at $28,750, compared with $30,500 for 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport. 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive2025
Performance
0-100 km/h11.2 s10.4 s
Top Speed170 km/h165 km/h
Power130 hp141 hp
Torque185 Nm265 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank36 L42 L
Efficiency5 L/100km4.7 L/100km
CO2 Emissions114 g/km107 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,180 mm4,355 mm
Ground Clearance170 mm178 mm
Cargo320 L466 L
Curb Weight1,245 kg1,395 kg
Towing750 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.4 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$30,500$28,750

Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport vs Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 10.4 seconds, versus 11.2 seconds for 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport has the higher listed top speed at 170 km/h (106 mph), compared with 165 km/h (103 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has more power at 141 hp, a 11 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has more listed cargo space at 466 litres (16.5 cu ft), versus 320 litres (11.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

Both cars have the same listed towing capacity of 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive is heavier at 1,395 kg (3,075 lb), while 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport is listed at 1,245 kg (2,745 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $28,750 USD, compared with $30,500 USD for 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid AWD GR Sport or the 2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive?

2025 Hyundai Kona 1.6 GDi HEV Executive leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.