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Decision summary
Hyundai Kona vs Hyundai New CRETA: the short answer
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Five key differences
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Specification
Kona
New CRETA
Maximum Power
Kona88 kW @ 5500 rpm
New CRETA-
Maximum Torque
Kona172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
New CRETA-
Engine Size
Kona998 cc
New CRETA-
Combined Fuel Economy
Kona15.5 km/l
New CRETA-
Ground Clearance
Kona165 mm
New CRETA-
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Model Introduced Year
2018
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Generation
Second generation Kona on Hyundai's K2 GEN platform; the design is more conservative than the first gen but better resolved
New-generation South African CRETA preview
Facelift History
Second generation launched globally in 2023 and brought to SA; softened styling compared to the sharper first gen, improved interior quality and tech
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Facelift Launched Since
2023
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Tare Mass Kg
1460 kg
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Body Style
Not confirmed
SUV
Model Year
Not confirmed
2026
Production Status
Not confirmed
upcoming
Segment
Not confirmed
Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
Not confirmed
Passenger Vehicle
Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Length
4355 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1570 mm
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Wheelbase
2660 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
165 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
466 l
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Kerb Weight
1460 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Doors
5 doors
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
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Power Windows
All
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Keyless Entry
Yes
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Push Button Start
Yes
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Wireless Charging
Yes
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Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
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Electric Tailgate
Yes
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Rain Sensing Wipers
No
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Auto Dimming Mirror
No
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Rear Window Defroster
Yes
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
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12V Accessory Socket
12V
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AC Type
Dual Zone Auto Climate
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Boot Opener
Inside
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Door Ajar Warning
Yes
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Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
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Engine Check Warning
Yes
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Engine Start Stop
Yes
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Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
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Front Armrest
Yes
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Front Power Outlet
Yes
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Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
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Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
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Headlamp Washer
No
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Power Mirrors
Yes
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Push Button Start
Yes
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Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
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Service Reminder
Yes
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Spare Wheel
Steel
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Tachometer
Yes
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Telescopic Steering
No
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Tilt Steering
Yes
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Trip Computer
Yes
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Vanity Mirror
Yes
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Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Auto Climate
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
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Sound System
8 Bose Premium
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Unlocking
Yes
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Wireless Charger
Yes
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Engine
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
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Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
998 cc
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Cylinders
3
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Cylinder Layout
Inline
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Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
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Aspiration
Turbocharged
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Fuel System
Direct Injection
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Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
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Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
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Maximum Power
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
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Maximum Torque
172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Not Applicable
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Number of Motors
Not Applicable
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Motor Location
Not Applicable
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Drive Type
FWD
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Transmission
7-Speed DCT
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Top Speed
185 km/h
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0-100 km/h
10.5 sec
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Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
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Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
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Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
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Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
60.3 kW/tonne
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
117.8 Nm/tonne
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Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Battery Type
Not Applicable
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Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
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Electric Range
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Engine Position
Front
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Gearbox
7-speed DCT Dual Clutch
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Drivetrain Layout
FWD
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LSD Available
No
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Paddle Shifters
Yes
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Claimed Mileage
15.5 km/l
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City Mileage
12.5 km/l
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Highway Mileage
19.0 km/l
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Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
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Emission Standard
Euro 6
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Distance To Empty
Yes
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Low Fuel Warning
Yes
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Fuel Tank Litres
50
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Airbags
6
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ABS
Yes
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Electronic Stability Control
Yes
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Traction Control
Yes
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Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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Hill Start Assist
Yes
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Child Safety Lock
Yes
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ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
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Brake Assist
Yes
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
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Engine Immobiliser
Yes
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Central Locking
Yes
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
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Speed Alert System
Yes
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Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
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BA
Yes
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Driver Airbag
Yes
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EBD
Yes
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Engine Immobiliser
Yes
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Passenger Airbag
Yes
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
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Stability Control
Yes
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TCS
Yes
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Cruise Control
Yes
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Lane Keep Assist
Yes
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Lane Departure Warning
Yes
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
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Rear View Camera
Yes
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360 Degree Camera
Yes
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
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Traffic Sign Recognition
No
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Auto Lights
Yes
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Auto Wipers
No
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Eco Mode
Yes
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EV Mode
No
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Sport Mode
No
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Around View Monitor
Yes
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Seat Material
Leather
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Seat Adjustment
Power Driver
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Heated Seats
Front
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Ventilated Seats
Front
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Steering Type
Electric
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Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
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Ambient Lighting
Yes
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Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
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Front Armrest
Yes
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Rear Armrest
No
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Cup Holders
4
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Steering Wheel Material
Leather
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Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
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Door Map Pockets
Yes
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60 40 Split Seat
Yes
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Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
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Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
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Cooled Seats
No
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Fabric Seats
Yes
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Front Headrest
Yes
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Leather Seats
No
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Memory Seats
No
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Rear Headrest
Yes
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
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Apple CarPlay
Yes
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Android Auto
Yes
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
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Number of Speakers
8 Bose Premium
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Navigation System
Yes
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Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
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USB Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
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Wireless Android Auto
Yes
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FM Radio
Yes
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
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Voice Recognition
Yes
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AUX Input
Yes
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Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
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Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
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Rear Usb
Yes
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Audio Speakers
8 Bose Premium
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
LED Headlamps
Full LED
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Daytime Running Lamps
LED
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Fog Lamps
LED
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Roof Rails
Yes
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Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch Alloy
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Rear Spoiler
Yes
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Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
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Rear Wiper
Yes
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Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
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Body Type
SUV
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DRL
LED
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Fog Lights
Yes
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Front Fog Lights
Yes
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Led Headlights
Full LED
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Daytime Running Lights
LED
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Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
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Front Fog Lamps
LED
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Headlamps
Full LED
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Headlight Type
Full LED
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Headlights
Full LED
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Exterior Colour Options
Not confirmed
Fiery Red, Titan Grey, Typhoon Silver, Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl
Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Terrain Modes
Not Available
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Locking Differential
No
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Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
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Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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Ground Clearance Max
165 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
165 mm
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Tyre Size
235/45 R18
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Wheel Type
18-inch Alloy
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Front Brake Type
Disc
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Rear Brake Type
Disc
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Spare Wheel Type
Steel
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Parking Brake Type
Manual
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Tyre Load Index
91
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Tyre Speed Rating
H
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Wheel Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
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Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
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Brake Type Rear
Disc
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Spare Tyre
Steel
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Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
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Wheel Diameter
18-inch Alloy
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Wheels
18-inch Alloy
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
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Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
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Chassis Type
Monocoque
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Power Steering
Electric
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Steering Column
Tilt
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Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
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Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
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Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
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First Service At
15000
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Service Plan Duration
4
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Service Plan Distance
4
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Alternator
120A
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Service Plan
4
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Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
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Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Warranty Years
5
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Warranty Kilometers
5
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Roadside Assistance
5 Years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
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Basic Warranty
5
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Roadside Assistance
5 Years
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Warranty
5
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
CO2 Emissions
120 g/km
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Start Stop System
No
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Variable Valve Timing
Yes
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
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Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
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Spec
Kona
New CRETA
Ownership Role
Not confirmed
Compact family SUV
Pricing Role
Not confirmed
Announced price not publicly listed
In depth: how these cars differ
This Kona and New CRETA comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
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What the evidence means
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