Peg Perego Veloce vs UPPAbaby Kona
The Kona is 1.8 lb lighter. The Kona lists for $120 less. The Kona folds smaller (3.3 vs 5.6 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| Peg Perego Veloce | UPPAbaby Kona | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $769.99 | $649.99Lowest price |
| Weight | 23.8 lb | 22 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 16 × 20 × 30 in5.6 cu ft | 10.3 × 20.7 × 27.1 in3.3 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 35.6 × 20 × 41.3 in | 33.6 × 21 × 38 in |
| Seat holds up to | 50 lb | 50 lb |
| Child height up to | Not listed | 40 in |
| From birth? | Not listed | Yes, with bassinet (sold separately) |
| Seat recline | Not listed | Near-flat |
| Seat faces you or the world | Yes | Yes |
| One-hand fold | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Not listed | Yes |
| Fits airline overhead bin | Not listed | No |
| Converts to a double | Not listed | No |
| Basket | Not listed | 30 lb, Oversized basket; canopy pocket max 1 lb (manual) |
| Car seats | Not listed | UPPAbaby Aria V2 and Mesa V3 without adapters; Maxi-Cosi, Nuna, Cybex with adapters |
| Folds with the seat on | Not listed | Yes |
| Brake | Not listed | Foot brake |
| In the box | Not listed | Stroller, toddler seat rain shield, toddler seat bug shield (bumper bar included per feature list) |
| Warranty | Not listed | 3 years |
| Released | Not listed | 2026 |
| Handlebar height | Not listed | Adjustable |
| Wheels and suspension | Front 7 in, rear 10 in (sizes listed on page) | 7 in front, 9 in rear, with independent suspension |
| Canopy | Not listed | Extendable UPF 50+ with ventilation and peek-a-boo window |
UPPAbaby Kona
A new mid-size UPPAbaby stroller that folds small with one hand and works from birth in its flattest recline. Good for city families who want a lighter everyday stroller.
- Light at about 22 lb
- One-hand fold with seat on, either direction
- 30 lb basket
- Bassinet sold separately
- Adapters needed for non-UPPAbaby car seats
Veloce or Kona?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the Veloce or the Kona?
The UPPAbaby Kona weighs 22 lb, 1.8 lb less than the Peg Perego Veloce (23.75 lb).
Which folds smaller, the Veloce or the Kona?
The Kona folds to about 3.3 cubic feet, versus 5.6 for the Veloce.
Is the Kona cheaper than the Veloce?
Yes. The Kona lists for $649.99 and the Veloce for $769.99, a $120 difference. Sale prices change often.
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 50 lb.
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