When you want something more than a sedan for the same price, compact SUVs are the answer you're looking for. Chevy and Hyundai have a solid foot in the market with popular vehicles that people know they can count on for greater utility on a budget. Know everything you need to know about the new 2025 Chevy Trailblazer and the 2025 Hyundai Kona in this detailed comparison put together by your local Chevy dealers at Chevrolet of Wooster. Explore a fine selection of new compact SUVs near you.

2025 Chevy Trailblazer vs 2025 Hyundai Kona

The Kona has been making a name for itself in recent years, but it can be popular for all the wrong reasons. For a similar price range, the new 2025 Chevy Trailblazer has more to offer to fit into your unique lifestyle. Read on to learn more about how the Trailblazer delivers more power and advanced tech, hand-selected from the modern age of driving capabilities.

Performance

The introduction of the ACTIV trim is the highlight of Chevy's SUVs in 2025. This includes the new 2025 Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV. Equipped with an ECOTEC 1.3L Turbo, this model gains 155 horsepower and 174 lb.-ft. of torque. Hit up practically any landscape without hesitation with off-road suspension tuning and a dual-outlet exhaust system. Every drive is complete with a 9-speed automatic transmission system and up to 3 dynamic drive modes to adapt to the road ahead.

The base Kona falls short in power with a 2.0L 4-cylinder that only reaches 147 horsepower. The available 1.6L turbo delivers 190 HP, but the Trailblazer is already exceptional without needing to scale up. The Kona's 8-speed automatic transmission system also can't beat the Trailblazer's 9-speed. The only thing you'll find similar between the two is a fuel rating of 29 in-city and 34 highway miles per gallon.

Safety Features

Chevy Safety Assist is just the tip of the iceberg. While you can rest assured that the new 2025 Trailblazer carries all of your essentials, you can add even more if you want to drive with greater reassurance. An available feature that many Trailblazer owners find the most useful is the Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert. When driving a car of any size, merging into traffic can put you in a stressful situation. This intuitive system helps you out with a second pair of eyes so you can make it to the next lane over with confidence. Other useful add-ons in the Trailblazer include Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Rear Park Assist.

Hyundai is happy to shove the standard SmartSense package at every new vehicle they make. That's not a bad thing as you need your essentials, but the 2025 Kona leaves little room for improvement for those who don't mind spending the extra cash. Available safety options for the Kona are limited to a surround-view monitor and a blind-spot view monitor with the latter seeming very useful on the road. However, Chevy's Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert feature is made to be more intuitive with active alerts and awareness rather than just being another camera angle.

Interior

The Trailblazer is beloved by many for being both stylish and practical, and that spirit lives on into the 2025 model year. Despite being compact, the new Trailblazer feels roomy and spacious. Smooth and fold-flat seats deliver that "perfect fit" satisfaction and the atmosphere is elevated to greater heights with the available moonroof to let in the fresh Ohio air. The 2025 Trailblazer is also equipped with everything you need to tackle boredom on the road. An 11-inch infotainment screen is just the right size to navigate your media, the 8-inch driver display puts your vital information front and center, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto also come standard for getting connected and hitting the trail in a matter of minutes.

A main component that the Trailblazer has that the Kona is lacking is its unique interior. While the Trailblazer's cabin borders iconic and one-of-a-kind, the inside of the Kona can easily be mistaken for any other SUV. Appearance aside, the two share similar interior amenities like a heated steering wheel, moonroof, and wireless connectivity. Some available upgrades are also shared, like wireless device charging and a Bose audio system.

Bottom Line

The new 2025 Chevy Trailblazer is the epitome of what a compact SUV should be. A distinct ride in a niche segment, offering a consolidated yet roomy interior with a unique look that can only be found in its particular model. When you ride in a Trailblazer, no other vehicle can compare. Get to your destination with just enough power, safety, and utility to make your drive effortless.

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