2025 Buick Envista vs 2026 Hyundai Kona

$23,800 · Crossover

$25,350 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Buick Envista bursts onto the scene with standout design and a competitive entry price of $23,800, immediately appealing to budget-conscious style seekers. While it offers slightly less horsepower at 137 hp, its 162 lb-ft of torque paired with a traditional 6-speed automatic promises a familiar and adequate driving rhythm. Conversely, the 2026 Hyundai Kona ups the efficiency game, achieving 31 combined MPG compared to the Envista’s 30, and boasts superior space, hauling 25.5 cubic feet of cargo versus the Buick's 20.7 cu ft. Though the Kona carries a higher MSRP of $25,350, it compensates with a slightly punchier 147 hp output. The contrast boils down to Buick's focus on accessible style versus Hyundai's maximization of compact utility and slightly better mileage.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Hyundai Kona

The 2026 Hyundai Kona wins for commuters due to its superior efficiency, achieving 34 MPG highway versus the Envista's 32 MPG highway.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Hyundai Kona

Families will prefer the Kona as it offers significantly more practical storage with 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Envista's 20.7 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Buick Envista

Enthusiasts might find the shiftable 6-speed automatic transmission in the Envista more engaging than the Kona's continuously variable transmission.

💰 Best Value

2025 Buick Envista

The 2025 Buick Envista offers superior entry value with an MSRP that is $1,550 lower than the 2026 Hyundai Kona.

Choose the Buick Envista if...

You prioritize the lowest possible starting price, with an MSRP of only $23,800.
You prefer the feel of a conventional 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission over a CVT.
You are interested in utilizing E85 fuel given its flex-fuel capability.

Choose the Hyundai Kona if...

You require maximum utility, benefiting from 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You value efficiency, as the Kona achieves 34 MPG on the highway.
You want slightly more peak power with 147 horsepower available.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Buick Envista	Hyundai Kona
Length	182.6"	171.3"
Width	71.5"	71.9"
Height	61.2"	62.2"
Wheelbase	106.0"	104.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Base Engine Displacement	1.2 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 3	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	137 hp @ 5000 rpm	147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque	162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm	132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Number of Valves	12	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Transmission Type	6-speed shiftable automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Fuel Type	flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/32 MPG	29/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	31 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	369.6/422.4 mi.	359.6/421.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.2 gal.	12.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	—
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Driver Vanity Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Infotainment Display	11.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—

Power Feature

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
One-Touch Power Windows	4	1
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Front Head Room	39.4 in.	39.9 in.
Front Leg Room	41.9 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	56.8 in.
Front Hip Room	52.3 in.	54.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Rear Head Room	37.3 in.	38.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	38.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	55.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	45.8 in.	52.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	17 x 7.5 in	17 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/60R17	215/60R17
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Front Suspension Type	Independent	Independent
Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Buick	Hyundai
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Buick Envista and 2026 Hyundai Kona.

Which crossover is more fuel-efficient for long drives?

The 2026 Hyundai Kona is the more efficient choice, boasting a highway rating of 34 MPG compared to the 2025 Buick Envista's 32 MPG highway rating.

How much does the price difference affect the value proposition?

The Buick Envista starts at $23,800, which is $1,550 less than the Kona's $25,350 MSRP, making the Envista the immediate budget winner.

Does the increased size of the Envista translate to more cargo space?

Despite the Buick Envista being physically longer at 182.6 inches, the 2026 Hyundai Kona actually provides substantially more utility with 25.5 cubic feet of cargo volume versus the Envista's 20.7 cubic feet.

Is the transmission in the Buick Envista better for performance driving?

Enthusiasts may prefer the Envista because it utilizes a 6-speed shiftable automatic, whereas the Kona employs a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).

Which vehicle offers more actual horsepower?

The 2026 Hyundai Kona has a slight advantage in peak power output, generating 147 horsepower, while the 2025 Buick Envista produces 137 horsepower.

What type of fuel do these vehicles primarily use?

The Kona runs on regular unleaded fuel, while the Buick Envista is equipped as a flex-fuel vehicle capable of running on either unleaded gasoline or E85.