Chery C5 vs Hyundai Kona
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Hyundai Kona: we're still completing kerb weight, seat count, 0-100km/h and warranty.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The Chery C5 starts from $27,500 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai Kona opens at $26,600. That makes the Hyundai Kona the more affordable entry point by $900.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $30,250 and $29,260 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Hyundai Kona by roughly $1,000 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Chery C5 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai Kona gets a 8-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Hyundai Kona counters with wireless charging that the Chery C5 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Chery C5 uses a Petrol producing 108kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed dual clutch to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.
The Hyundai Kona lines up making 110kW and 180Nm, paired to a smartstream intelligent variable transmission (ivt) with sequential manual mode driving the front wheels.
The Hyundai Kona has the clear power advantage at 110kW vs 108kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Chery C5 measures 4,351mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, 146mm longer than the Hyundai Kona at 4,205mm (2,600mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Chery C5 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 370L in the Chery C5 and 374L in the Hyundai Kona, giving the Hyundai Kona a 4L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.6m to 11.2m
Based on 11.2m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 10.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,967/year for the Chery C5 and $1,767/year for the Hyundai Kona. That is a $200 annual difference in favour of the Hyundai Kona.
Estimated annual total: $1,967 (Chery C5) vs $1,767 (Hyundai Kona). The Hyundai Kona saves you roughly $200 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chery C5 if: You or prefer Chery's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Hyundai Kona if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Hyundai Kona takes 5 of 5 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The Hyundai Kona will save you roughly $200 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Chery C5 and Hyundai Kona?
The Hyundai Kona is the cheapest at $26,600 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Chery C5 by $900.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Hyundai Kona uses the least fuel at 6.2L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Chery C5 all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Hyundai Kona has the largest boot at 374L.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai Kona has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,300kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Hyundai Kona makes the most power at 110kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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