2022 Hyundai Kona N - POV First Impressions

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MSRP: From $34,200
Horsepower: 276 hp
Curb weight: 3,340 lbs
Engine: Turbocharged 2.0 liter 4-cylinder
Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch auto, FWD
Tires: Pirelli P Zero PZ4 235/40R-19
Fuel Economy: City/Highway: 20/27 mpg
Dimensions:
Wheelbase: 102.4 in
Length: 165.9 in
Width: 70.9 in
Height: 61.6 in
Passenger Volume: 95 cubic ft
Cargo Volume: 19 cubic ft
Options: Lunar White paint, $400
Price as tested: $35,895
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@tenlmao Жыл бұрын

Love how Hyundai is giving their vehicle lineup the Hellcat treatment 😂

@notslocayenne 4 ай бұрын

they need to do the sonata

@carloscervantes836 4 ай бұрын

With the borla exhaust, it starts sounding more like one as well lol.

@bodivanbodivan3668 3 ай бұрын

they did @@notslocayenne

@aroundomaha Жыл бұрын

This thing looks like a riot. The fact that you took an extra long drive speaks volumes.

@eloneatmyshorts Жыл бұрын

“Most fun N car…” High praise indeed from The Topher!

@ChibiSky97 Жыл бұрын

I'm also a metro Detroit driver and I had a Civic Si on order for months (with markup) but I test drove a Kona N yesterday and it impressed me so much I drove home with it same day. There wasn't even a markup and I only paid $1k over what I would've paid for the Si! Like you said, I don't miss the manual too much because this car finds so many other ways to keep you engaged and the transmission is so responsive! It's such a coincidence that you uploaded this video the day after I bought my Kona N and hearing you praise the car so much makes me even happier with my purchase!

@jcgriffin4572 Жыл бұрын

You made a good choice IMO.

@EyeDoctorJoe Жыл бұрын

same exact scenario i was dealing with lol. si with mark up, traded in for KN

@rennsport1641 Жыл бұрын

You got a Kona N for MSRP? That is an amazing deal if so. Congrats and enjoy!

@forceuser609 Жыл бұрын

You need someone else to validate ur purchase you don’t love lol

@cavalierliberty6838 Жыл бұрын

Hey, chibi, how are you enjoying it? I'm a big guy and found out I can fit in a Kona, kinda want one. How is it holding upm

@rileymadden Жыл бұрын

Everything you said about this car is a fact, it’s exactly why I traded my 22 GR86 in for the 22 Kona N. You’re a legend Topher! Keep up the good work! People need to stop sleeping on Hyundai

@Apezilla Жыл бұрын

I gotta say, im quite impressed with Hyundai's N line. Great performance for the price.

@yourmanzach2307 Жыл бұрын

I JUST GOT THE N. ive owned many NEW cars to include, 2014 mustang, 2015 si, 2019 miata, 2021 wrx. This is by fare the best. FULL PACKAGE!

@michellehart6780 Жыл бұрын

Just wait until it’s recalled like the last two years..

@yourmanzach2307 Жыл бұрын

@@michellehart6780 ford, chevy, dodge always recall... so who cares?

@Mr.Thermistor7228 Жыл бұрын

@@michellehart6780 a recall is called back to *fix* an issue not previously known by the engineers. by your logic i take it you would rather them not recall and just let a problem they now know about, degrade and potentially do damage to persons or the car itself

@jeffc1753 3 ай бұрын

There will never be a car like this again. Have owned mine for over 3 months and just love it. It keeps me on my toes and find myself looking out for potholes because of the stiffer suspension and expensive tires, but that makes me more vigilant and I enjoy the challenge! I love the ground clearance and ride height. It has plenty of power for FWD. It’s a perfect DD. I’ve had a 2008 SI, 2014 WRX, Fiesta ST, Mustang Mach 1, and THIS is the most fun car I’ve ever owned.

@apexcobra.official 3 ай бұрын

2 years, 40k miles on my Kona N. Stage 2 tuned with bolt ons, absolutely fantastic and fun car to drive. My favorite car I've owned by far, and I've had some pretty sweet cars. Trading it in later this year when I hit 60k miles; still not sure I'm gonna replace this monstrosity with...

@cindysue5474 26 күн бұрын

@@apexcobra.official Hold on to it only made for 2 years not sure heard that only 6000 were made worldwide that's a low number I say its worth keeping as a 2nd car if you can afford it.

@EgyKics1t 4 ай бұрын

Put almost 40k miles into my Kona N since purchase, I love everything about this car.

@DriverJ-N Жыл бұрын

most accurate review of the Kona N such a underrated car this car is literally the best car I've ever been in... so damn fun the look on peoples faces when u let it pop.... like no one expects it and the cars that i have kept up with or beaten is surprising... i wanted a performance blue but unfortunately it wasnt available and the dealer only had a red one but i think i like the red one the most it sticks out and is the brightest red ive even seen on a car it fits it pretty well

@CaliforniaKonaN Жыл бұрын

Great review! Awesome to see it getting great praise and def proud to own this amazing N car!

@mare5335 Жыл бұрын

Used to work at a Hyundai dealership. This is definitely the best car Hyundai makes for your buck. Driving a decent amount of Hyundais in my time there, this is the most comfy and nice car of their's to drive in my opinion. Perfect amount of horsepower and perfect for a family.

@AJMILLER91 Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this good review as always 🤙🏽

@telelaci2 Жыл бұрын

Most strange thing, in Europe we get adaptive cruise control with Kona N, distances are not so huge here. In America and Australia, where people make long trips, there is no adaptive cruise control only a simple one. Who can understand this logic.

@sirblobbo3748 Жыл бұрын

I have one (Kona N premium) and it has adaptive cruise control, maybe it’s the non premium model which misses out?

@telelaci2 Жыл бұрын

@@sirblobbo3748 I donno, I just see the tests and Americans complain about non-adaptive cruise control. For reason I have to say. I live in Europe, I have ACC in my Kona and I very rarely use it, my country is smaller than California.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

@@telelaci2 we have no options really. Only options are between 3 paint colors and accessories like a roof rack. It really sours my purchase. Because we don’t have adaptive Cruz, we also get a less robust forward collision system, given it’s missing the radar. My forward collision system doesn’t seem to work. I would have paid extra for all the missing features. They are kind of lucky there’s a shortage and used cars cost lots or I would have looked for a 2016 Golf R.

@sirblobbo3748 Жыл бұрын

@@telelaci2 ah that’s unfortunate for American market, the Australian one has it… I wonder why they didn’t include it for them.

@peachulemon Жыл бұрын

@@sirblobbo3748 I'm going to assume Canada has it too Hyundai usually try and under cut everyone price with good interior and features. Recently there design has gotten better

@phillipp2442 Жыл бұрын

Finally!!! Love this Kona!!!! Great review!!!!

@jcgriffin4572 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Just came home from my Sunday morning thrashing ( like what you are doing in the video) of my Kona N and saw you finally made a review on one. I'm 50 and have owned all kinds of cars , type R's(not civics) , Mustangs, Camaros, CRX, etc. This is by far the funnest vehicle I have ever had. And like you say it does an excellent job with the split personality thing. The harder you push these things the more fun they are. I'm sure you were on 3 wheels a couple times 😂!

@frankENZC Жыл бұрын

Fun video/ride along! I'm really enjoying my 2021 Veloster n, DCT. 16,000 miles on it so far. Keep up the great videos.

@sbibbity_bobbity_bup Жыл бұрын

saw one of these things at a stoplight, but i heard it launch control first. i was like... huh? watched it take off wide open and never thought id look at a Hyundai like that

@jagerking7020 Жыл бұрын

Phenomenal review. The car really is this good. Unbelievable performance for the price and if you live in an area with bad roads the ground clearance is great. Elantra N you can even pull into a driveway without scraping the front bumper.

@JackiePrime Жыл бұрын

Bought one of these puppies. Your POV was a part of what influenced me. Thanks for doing these.

@rileymoon7286 Жыл бұрын

This was a really fun car to drive. The fact they call it an suv boggles my mind 😂

@oraclemiata845 11 ай бұрын

Owned my 23 since October, and still just so happy I bought this thing. I still love the GRC and the CTR, but this thing just speaks to me.

@michaelfont7239 Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this 👍🏻

@tiles3458 Жыл бұрын

Hyundai has really been stepping up their game!!

@racesuey Жыл бұрын

Kona N has shortest Wheelbase among all N cars while being based on facelifted i30N/Veloster N platform instead of being in Elantra N platform - this means best turn-in and rotation among all N cars. If you driven all three, you can see that car philosophy kinda changed with Elantra N (more focus in medium speed sweeping corner than short corner because that's wayyy faster in track and a lot stable) but as thopher mentions this car (and cars based on i30N/Veloster N) turns in and rotate a lot better (especially off throttle fwd oversteer) because they used WRC style short damper stroke in the rear so that people can throw the car in corner which I prefer for road. Also Veloster N has last gen turbo turbine hence the less power but that is not the case for FL i30N and Kona N so you are not losing much on power. Also I do agree with Topher on DCT, both of my cars are manual in US, E91 and Evora, but DCT is so superior for price point and manual is so average... I feel like you get more out of DCT because DCT is so good. Lastly, I agree that big missed opportunity is missing adaptive crusie, which is actually a selling point over Elantra N in Korea. I would have bought this car as Daily in US if they had Adaptive Cruise like Korea.... WHY HYUNDAI WHY

@Bp2181991 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like Hyundai needs to make a better manual… 😩

@racesuey Жыл бұрын

@@Bp2181991 I do believe that there's also choice of paying 5-7k more to CTR and add 1k on exhaust. But for 40k I keep seeing RWD cars...

@boygonewhoopdataZZ Жыл бұрын

@@Bp2181991 name one good manual transmission in any of the 2022 cars. You can't.

@racesuey Жыл бұрын

@@boygonewhoopdataZZ ahh GT3/4, Civic Type-R, any Camaro/Mustang with tremec all have decent manauls....

@chrisdellosa1139 Жыл бұрын

Great comment and not disagreeing with anything you said...just offering another perspective. I haaattee adaptive cruise control and for me a car that has it is almost a deal breaker. I was so relieved the manual doesn't have it!

@SFVMike2MIA Жыл бұрын

I just got a Kona N because of this video. Thanks, Topher

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

🙌🙌sweet! Enjoy!

@jasonmcgonigle8895 Жыл бұрын

Awesome review!!! Can't wait to pick mine up from the dealership on the weekend!!!

@ryanm9628 Жыл бұрын

I own the Kona N. I can fit my entire bike in the back when the seats are folded down. It’s built for the track for sure. What I enjoy about this car is that it’s a sleeper. I bought my Kona in Cali last April, and I have not seen another one as of yet? People look at my car and are confused! What is that??? Lol

@rickymahoney6664 Жыл бұрын

Thats one of the many reasons i want one. Ive been looking at Civic hatchbacks but there’s thousands of those around me. Ive also been looking at another VW but those are a pain in the ass to work on and expensive, (atleast mine was but that was 20 years ago lol. 92 VW Corrado SLC.) from what I’ve heard they’re still not easy engines to work on. This Kona is screaming my name right now! I was trying to stay under 25k but oh well lol

@NotLikeUss 5 ай бұрын

Facts man all I get is stares “what kind of car is that bro?” 😎 no one else in my local area has one

@ryanm9628 Жыл бұрын

The Kona N is a rocket on the track according to Car & Driver.

@patrickcameron2950 6 ай бұрын

That startup chime sounds so much like Mario Kart

@archieunevski Жыл бұрын

Great review 👍

@hyundaisonata8128 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic review!

@sunvol4503 Жыл бұрын

So what's the N Power Shift? It drags the clutch?

@battlepug3122 Жыл бұрын

"looks like a racing helmet"🤣

@delinois2011 Жыл бұрын

Finally someone understands my Kona N lol. Great review, took you long enough.

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

Yeah, been trying to get one for ages!

@Boomtowndogs Жыл бұрын

did you test drive first or order blind

@delinois2011 Жыл бұрын

@@Boomtowndogs I test drove it first. Only took 5 minutes to realize she was the one lol.

@Boomtowndogs Жыл бұрын

@@delinois2011 I might go in blind inshallah - doubt i can find one to test drive but she seems perfectttttt to me

@cindysue5474 Жыл бұрын

How did you get your info screen to look like that mine does not look like that at all.

@rickymahoney6664 Жыл бұрын

This seems almost perfect for what I’ve been looking for. I want a fun, reliable hatch but i also live in a area with rough winters and shitty roads that seem to always be under construction so this seems like a better option then others. I also wanted a manual but my girl can’t drive one so atleast i get paddle shifters with this. Ive been looking at Civic hatchbacks but i think I’d prefer this especially cuz there’s not already a thousand of them in my town. There’s enough Civics on the road. Can’t say I’ve ever seen one of these around here. I would really like a sunroof and i don’t know why the N doesn’t have one when cheaper Kona’s do 🤷🏻…Anyway you got a new sub from me, great video!

@imask1d Жыл бұрын

Weight Reduction, I believe it doesn't have a spare tire for the same reason

@Snafu2346 Жыл бұрын

how would this compare to a corolla GR? Or does it compete in a different segment?

@redadjerouni1524 Жыл бұрын

is the turbo boost noticeable compared to the VN?

@BrayZap Жыл бұрын

Honestly this car is so slept on its insane I never saw one on the road yet. For the price you can get it at brand new and what you get with it is truly incredible. Most cars like this are so much more expensive. The design is edgy, it's got a lot of room in it compared to other turbo 4s. Only thing is I hate the fake hood vents idk why they did that make them functional

@brandxn413 Жыл бұрын

The N line up is really good, I have a Veloster N it’s the best car I had so far!

@SB-mv2xv Жыл бұрын

Bought one a month ago. Lowered it with springs went to 18's with a 45 aspect and turned it into a hot hatch. This car is fun AF!!

@justjoshininjapan700 10 ай бұрын

When lowered on springs, does it effect the adaptive suspension a lot?

@SB-mv2xv 6 ай бұрын

Yeah, it's stiffer.I don't use the dampers at all. But still would do it again

@gauchegaucho Жыл бұрын

I bought this car in July and can't stop driving. It's so much fun it's ridiculous! Crazy that my ND Miata doesn't get driven much!!! and I absolutely love my Miata. Excellent review sir! I love how to switch to Eco mode when corners end 😂 i do the same! by the way that wasn't the launch control.

@CapFlipGaming Жыл бұрын

I'm debating on an ND2 Miata. I'd drive that thing all the time.

@gauchegaucho Жыл бұрын

@@CapFlipGaming i drive it all the time. ND gotta be one of the GOAT cars imo

@jayespi37 Жыл бұрын

I had so much fun watching this video, I'm gonna watch it a few more times🙂 all hale the "N" cars

@Tonycrossfit Жыл бұрын

Excellent video 👍

@louis-philippenault8741 Жыл бұрын

i'm getting the 2023 version in the upcomming weeks i can't wait

@L0rdVadr Жыл бұрын

Exhaust note reminds me of the Fiat 500 abarth. Pretty cool Kona. Nice review, that thing looks so fun. 😊

@CARBONHAWK1 Жыл бұрын

I’m a Honda guy but Hyundai need awards for the N line up.

@CTF33 Жыл бұрын

The Veloster N was Road and Track Performance Car of the Year. Only hot hatch to ever win that let alone a car under $100k.

@oz88og40 Жыл бұрын

Kona N is my favorite Hyundai performance vehicle in the N performance lineup plus the Elantra N as well and Veloster.

@auxil47 Жыл бұрын

I know I'm loving my Kona N and I just sold my 2016 GLE 63 S not for the Hyundai but because I couldn't pass up the money. One morning lets just say the Kona was shown to me in the same red that I wound up getting and I alway's listen to that little voice in my head that advises me and am loving the N. Not really missing the Merc except for the auto lift gate, massaging and heated and cooled seats.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

The car this replaced had cooled seats and it truly is a pain they aren’t available in the US model.

@scrutch666 Жыл бұрын

So kona n is better than the other n cars?

@TSB1408 Жыл бұрын

wonder how reliable the elantra and kona N are

@Tonycrossfit Жыл бұрын

Today 2/12/2023, I test drove the Kona N and was very pleased with the power, torque, and handling 😃. I was considering a Crosstrek, and the Mazda CX 30 turbo. I really like the warranty Hyundai has on its vehicles much better than the other brands. I really like the Wet DCT compared to the other models I was considering. I’m not in a hurry to pull the trigger yet since I have a 1997 Mazda Miata that enjoy driving around but don’t want to put too many miles on my baby.

@oraclemiata845 Жыл бұрын

I own a Mariner Blue NA6 and bought a Sonic Blue KN, five moths ago. They make excellent stable mates.

@JakeDrives1 Жыл бұрын

I had a 2020 Kona 1.6t limited AWD that I really enjoyed. I was in an accident and ended up replacing the Kona with a Volvo XC60. The Volvo is nice but it’s not very “fun”. I’ve been looking at the GTI and Golf R but given my love for my first Kona, I can very well see myself owning one of these. Thanks for this video! It really clears up some thoughts I had about the ride quality and cabin comfort.

@1209MArky Жыл бұрын

I went from a GTI mk7.5 to Kona N. GTI is more comfortable and refined but Kona N is way more fun.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

@@1209MArky after owning the Kona for about 9k miles, I would recommend the more refined GTI/R or GR. I’ve had my car for only 3/4months and already had turbo hose come off twice and a couple rattles show up. It’s fun to drive and I love the compact size but It’s a trade off for sure.

@enrique2990 8 ай бұрын

This or the Alfa ti sport 🤔 got a month before I decided which one to go for

@drumflip1253 Жыл бұрын

Traded my Kona N in for the Veloster N. Wanted the performance blue and manual. The Kona N is a riot to drive, great review.

@Driv300mph Жыл бұрын

Which car is more fun? Which feels faster?

@drumflip1253 Жыл бұрын

@@Driv300mph Veloster is way more fun, lower to the ground, better driver feel and handling, less body roll and more go kart feel. Kona N is slightly faster in a straight line but have driven both the fun factor and driver feel to be is way more important than a few tenths of a second

@NotLikeUss 5 ай бұрын

Kona N by far imo VN is great but everything about the Kona N checked out for me.

@drumflip1253 5 ай бұрын

@@NotLikeUss Kona N is great, I just prefer a manual.

@Ryy_Ryy Жыл бұрын

Loving my 2022 Veloster N DCT. Talked my mom into a Kona a few years ago and now trying to talk her into a Kona N as well! (The one thing i dislike about the car is the speedometer. That screen and section of the dash just looks weird to me. Besides that, love the Kona.)

@JackiePrime Жыл бұрын

I think it looks ok in person. Not the best though.

@ROBBBIIINNN Жыл бұрын

Question,I have a 22 wrx spt and whenever I drive with the the paddle shifters it starts to smell like something burning,is this normal?I ask because I see you drive these cars in the same manner

@CTF33 Жыл бұрын

That is not normal, it's burning clutches, there's a reason why they say subie transmissions are made out of glass. Be careful and good luck.

@wendyo2561 Жыл бұрын

Here in Australia the Kona Elite starts at the $35,000 mark. I just put a deposit on one and delivery is next April. I am Driving a I 30 now.

@scotts6702 Жыл бұрын

great video. would you own it? I need a practical fun daily. Currently in a 17 GTI sport that seems to fill the bill but would like something newer. this might be it. Suggestions?????

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

Core CR Corolla with LSD option? You gain AWD with Toyota peace of mind? I went from a 2008 IS250 to this 22 Kona N.

@jec0163 Жыл бұрын

Ugh. I want this, but also the upcoming. Carols GR…and Type R are all so good! I want all 3 😩

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

I have this and I would go GR because you gain AWD and Toyota reliability/quality. I’ve had turbo issues with a hose coming off twice and rattles inside and on the passenger side muffler. The US model is also missing lots of features available in the EU, you can’t even pay more for them, they aren’t available.

@michaelw2263 Жыл бұрын

This would actually be a very tempting vehicle if they offered it in manual!

@tonyc.4392 Жыл бұрын

Test drove one of these today. It scared me. I want one.

@cynthiadecker4959 Жыл бұрын

Great Video! I just traded my Veloster N for the Kona N and I really like it. The Veloster N was sooo much fun to drive I was just getting tired of the clutch. I think I still would get the same fun with the Kona N but with no clutch 😆

@Stclairm1 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Question, can you attenuate those awful turn signals on Hyundais??

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I don't think there's a way to adjust turn signal volume/tone like there is in Mazdas

@Stclairm1 Жыл бұрын

@@TheTopher funny, we drove the Mazda CX-3 Turbo AWD and thought the same of its turn signals!

@ExodusTM Жыл бұрын

The front lights remind me of Jeep Cherokee so so much.

@panagiotisf7228 4 ай бұрын

Does it have adaptive dampeners?

@doctorrobert60 Жыл бұрын

I used to have the WRX and WRX STI hatchbacks. Loved them but are gone and no longer sold. I could see owners of this Kona N putting coilover suspension and lowering it slightly and have a true hot hatch. Looks like a great fun driving car. Topher I know you normally give brief evaluation of a cars sound system. Guess the cars sounds were the music to your ears!

@SB-mv2xv Жыл бұрын

I've got an one and used lowering springs dropping it 1.5" and went to from the 19's with 40 aspect to 18's with 45 and it's basically the same stiffness but no body roll less wheel spin. I went from a Fiesta St to this and with it lowered... it's a hot hatch. So much fun!

@doctorrobert60 Жыл бұрын

@@SB-mv2xv Good Job!

@rsclaytv Жыл бұрын

@@SB-mv2xvhow does it compare to the fiesta? I have an fiesta st currently and I’m curious..

@Jonathan-hd8oo Жыл бұрын

How would this compare to a Sonata N Line in regards to performance and overall fun factor?

@602ouge Жыл бұрын

This is quicker and much better handling.

@EyeDoctorJoe Жыл бұрын

I love my KN

@richo2348 Жыл бұрын

Great review...im in Oz...have a 2019 kona highlander which i love....so close to gettng the N...hehehehe

@Kysk Жыл бұрын

the N line is amazing

@freelife9512 Жыл бұрын

재밌게 타네요 ㅎㅎ

@Beeberthead Жыл бұрын

No leather seats? No moon roof?

@jakubbalog8610 Жыл бұрын

actually european spec has adaptive cruise as well as forged wheels, headup display and most of all ventilated seats which is super unusual for a car in this price range

@elib2670 Жыл бұрын

Ventilated seats?! That would be my dream come true.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

I would pay extra for those features but sadly we are stuck with a chopped version in the US, no way to add them. Who decided to do this at Hyundai? Why lol

@QeenoyAsli Жыл бұрын

Mr T, will this Kona N be a great replacement for my mk7 GTI? Mine’s modded a little - springs/strut/shocks, exhaust, stage 2. I’ve always like the oddity of the Kona N.

@apexcobra.official Жыл бұрын

Test drive one and find out! I've always been a GTI fan, have driven and ridden in several, and ultimately bought the Kona N. Upgrade the tires, add a rear motor mount or Powerflex torque bushing, upgrade the plugs, and slap on a piggyback or tune and you have a ridiculously fun and amazing car at a very good price point. I've done those mods to mine, and having had a good amount of performance cars previously including AWD sedans making ~560hp, and I honestly think the Kona N in its current state is the most fun out of anything and provides the most satisfying overall driver's experience. All said and done with vehicle cost, tax, and mods included well under 40k and drives like something an entire price class or two above it.

@QeenoyAsli Жыл бұрын

I would, the closest thing to me right now is the Elantra N. The same dealer had a used Kona N but it was gone with in days. My GTI is tuned right now. So maybe the Kona N is the car to get. I keep watching the local dealer to test drive one.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

Wish I got a white one, clean. All the missing features are such a shame tho, I would have payed extra to get smart cruz and cooled seats for sure. I don't find 1st and 2nd shifts smooth on mine. I wish turning radius was better, I have to back up on roads where my bigger IS250 would turn in one go. The suspension needs an actual comfort mode.

@MarkCordy1 Жыл бұрын

I just bought one this week... I like the way Topher drives it, bouncing between eco and bonkers N mode is like night and day,

@MattGarcyaDC Жыл бұрын

how is it on long drives

@MarkCordy1 Жыл бұрын

@@MattGarcyaDC I'm driving up way north from South Carolina soon... I'll let you know

@IlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIllIlIlIlI Жыл бұрын

They have one of Best DCT under $50,000(or higher) market. Specially down shift with rev match.

@Krissyfoxtrot Жыл бұрын

How long for your Type-R to come in?

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

No idea, but just got the invite for the press event - Embargo lifts mid November, so hoping cars start hitting dealers around then!

@RHODEISLANDSUCKS Жыл бұрын

Did you go to the auto show? Heard it was practically empty.

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

I missed it this year, decided to film the GT3 we had this week hahah

@tpetro33 Жыл бұрын

Great review!! This or MINI JCW as a daily driver???????

@peterbhb Жыл бұрын

Had jcw. Was great but hated Bmw indicator system and no android auto. Dct in kona brilliant

@adams1696 Жыл бұрын

Wifes Kona N is amazing love it. DCT went replaced on warranty at 16k miles so hopefully was just a faulty one from the factory.. otherwise car has been amazing fun to drive.

@EyeDoctorJoe Жыл бұрын

was it the recall or did it actually have issues?

@johnleewins3814 Жыл бұрын

Kona N DCT vs Elantra N DCT which would you pick 🤔

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

Kona N, just for the thrills. But if you need rear seat room for kids, gotta go with the Elantra N, the Kona is tight back there.

@macron-hs4jh Жыл бұрын

Next pov of 99 civic SI Edit :- you just said that you ordered a new type R !?!

@preemdeen 7 ай бұрын

haha love the giddy laugh after the pulls

@mogulmayhem Жыл бұрын

How would this handle a bumpy dirt road?

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

Suspension goes from stiff>super stiff>go cart. On your body’s end, might not be very enjoyable XD

@jcgriffin4572 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!! Great review!

@1209MArky Жыл бұрын

That wasn’t launch control on the first attempt btw

@redadjerouni1524 Жыл бұрын

which is more fun to drive this of the vn ?

@CTF33 Жыл бұрын

The VN is more fun, it's lower and has much better turn in, drives like a go cart.

@ariyarose 11 ай бұрын

Something I SERIOUSLY need as a daily. I just think it'd be a great compliment to my mk5 Soup. Any long-term owners with opinions?

@apexcobra.official 9 ай бұрын

28k miles of pure abuse on mine and zero issues so far. Had it for like 16 months, excellent car!

@mikeyinid 9 ай бұрын

My dealer has one on the lot. Soooo tempted to go snag it. I do prefer the Elantra N exhaust but after watching your reviews on both I think I'd prefer the Kona.

@TheTopher 9 ай бұрын

Get it before they stop making them! No new Kona N 😞

@mikeyinid 9 ай бұрын

@@TheTopher good to know. Thank you 🙏

@krisschedler 9 ай бұрын

the 2024 is the N Line, not the N, some are saying they may bring an N to the lineup in 2025.. and the 2024 went away from DCT and is now an 8 speed Automatic... Congrats on the N. Did ya get a good price?@@mikeyinid

@lfontaine2987 Жыл бұрын

How does this and Elantra N compare to the GR Corolla you just drove?

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

Hands down more fun. GR has an awesome 6-speed manual and a killer AWD system, but if you're looking for grins this is the car. GR Corolla probably can' be beat in winter though, I'm dying to drive one on loose surface.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

@@TheTopher if only the GR was available when I purchased the Kona, I would have gone with Toyota. I think the core with LSD might be the best value but I haven’t seen pricing for it yet.

@schleiftnix2196 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I got the last Kona N with comfort seats. According to the dealer nothing more follows. The new Kona shouldn't be available as an N version and to be honest I don't like the look of it either. I hope that the Kona N 2022 will retain its value. Soon there will be no more petrol cars, let's take advantage of the time. ;)

@jeffc1753 3 ай бұрын

There will never be a car like this again, I’m convinced of that. Treasure yours, I sure treasure mine!

@crushthis123 Жыл бұрын

Hyundai builds a vehicle at every level for every price range except expensive. I don't think a single one of them is a poor choice.

@jacobfitzgerald6050 Жыл бұрын

anyone have any problems with hyundias i've been looking at those but since the cylinder deactivation thing is a a problem they all burn oil so never really looked into them much even though they are fun period

@EnormousSmartass Жыл бұрын

Have you driven the i30n or is that not available where you live?

@icky_thump Жыл бұрын

Not available in the U.S.

@adamek9750 Жыл бұрын

@@icky_thump isnt the elantra n a variant of the i30n?

@icky_thump Жыл бұрын

@@adamek9750 I guess, but looks wise it seems more like the Veloster N. Which is why I can understand why the i30n never got sold here.

@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын

I would have gone i30N instead if it was available in the US

@atdhemorina3348 Жыл бұрын

@thetopher I'm dying to hear your opinion and comparison between this and the Veloster. didn't talk about it much this video

@TheTopher Жыл бұрын

I love the Veloster N but tbh think the Kona N is the most fun out of the bunch, even without a manual option. It adds another level of playfulness that no other hot hatch has right now

@atdhemorina3348 Жыл бұрын

@@TheTopher damm thanks for the reply!

@atdhemorina3348 26 күн бұрын

Ended up going with the Veloster N I just can't get over the looks. thanks for all the videos!

@MrImaWizard 11 ай бұрын

I just wish they gave us AWD

@mustasheolll2020 Жыл бұрын

I know a lady who has one of these, she leases new cars cause she says they depreciate when you buy them? What do you think?

@nihilisticsoup2919 Жыл бұрын

When you lease a car it's the depreciation difference your paying....what do you think a lease is?

@mustasheolll2020 Жыл бұрын

@@nihilisticsoup2919 Ik that lady is so ignorant I feel sorry for her 😂

@mustasheolll2020 Жыл бұрын

@@nihilisticsoup2919 My mom didn’t know how lease payments work either and she leasing cars routinely. And no she isn’t good with money when it comes to cars. She just isn’t that good with negotiating that’s the problem, and she was also willing to pay a 5k to 10k markup on our RAV4, and unfortunately we did 🤦🏼‍♂️. I plan on leasing cars too in the future but I’ll make sure I buy the vehicle for what it’s worth lol, work too hard for my money.

@mustasheolll2020 Жыл бұрын

@@nihilisticsoup2919 I also met a person who bought a used Volvo (European luxury car) but sold it shortly after because the repairs were making him broke. How I know all these stories I used to work as a bagger and I talked to the customers about their cars a lot.

@microtransactions2661 Жыл бұрын

Leasing can be cheaper depending on the type of car. For ex in 2018 I leased a civic until 2021 for 200 a month. My Yearly ownership costs are 2400 not including filling up and occasional tire rotations and oil changes which were infrequent and cheap. Far less expensive then buying some shitbox. Don't have to worry about the engine going out or unexpected bills and I can enjoy a reliable car.

@l3MTA3l 11 ай бұрын

10:03 With Michigan's endless Road protrusions, bumps and potholes, you'll need that 7 inches of clearance.😅

@ChipsA17 Жыл бұрын

Well crap, I just bought my Ford fusion which I do like a lot. But my grandpa just bought his new car which is the Kona n and I like it so much better. It's comfy and fun and makes a great sound for a 4 banger. Well done Hyundai.