Additionally, both of these vehicles come with similar transmissions as both feature 6-speed options. While both standard transmissions are 6-speed, there is a significant difference between them. The transmission of the Kona is an automatic transmission with SHIFTRONICÒ technology while the transmission of the Crosstrek is a manual. The 6-speed automatic of the Kona should provide you with an easier, seamless driving experience.

The Kona also has another available transmission in some trim levels. This available 7-speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission isn’t available on the Subaru Crosstrek and could help take your engine performance to the next level when equipped.

The Hyundai Kona has the Crosstrek beat when it comes to convenience, though. This model offers a dual-level cargo floor for ideal storage accommodations, as well as an available Heads-up Display. The latter projects important driving information right to your line of sight, so you don’t have to look away from the road in front of you.

The Hyundai Kona also has an available wireless personal charging pad to keep all your devices charged up without cords. Unfortunately, you won’t get this feature, the Heads-up Display, or the dual-level cargo floor in the Subaru Crosstrek.

However, the Kona comes standard with more features, including:

• Lane Keeping Assist
• Driver Attention Warning
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist

While the Crosstrek also offers an array of active safety features, many of the driver-assistive features are not standard.