2022 Hyundai Kona N SUV Review: A Bit Too Much? [Car Obsession]

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2022 Hyundai Kona N SUV Review: A Bit Too Much?
Hello guys, and welcome back to Car Obsession. Last year I tested the new Ford Puma ST and whilst it had the face of an overexcited frog that would probably fail a drug test, it proved to be good fun and practical, making a solid all-round package. It's now under threat from this, though, the new Hyundai Kona N.
This is the result of what happens when you slipped a pumped-up Kona bodyshell over the same running gear from the very successful i30N hot hatchback. This means it's powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-pot, which is good for 280hp and 392Nm of torque.
This power is fed to the front wheels much like the i30N, but unlike the i30N, the Kona N is only available with the 8-speed DCT. 0-62 can be over and done with in as little as 5.5 seconds, and the top speed is approaching 150mph. Not bad for a car that started life out as a sensible, practical family crossover.
The problem is, is it all a bit too much?
Chapters:
0:00 Pre-Video Hook and Channel Intro
0:20 Video Intro
0:39 Engine Performance and Stats
3:13 DCT
3:57 Exhaust Note
4:47 Drive Modes/Ride
8:08 Handling
9:44 Talking about the power
10:44 Boot Space
11:46 Rear Space
13:12 Front Space
14:14 Price and Specification
15:35 Fuel Economy/Running Costs
17:22 Refinement
18:22 Wrapping Up
19:31 Conclusion
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Пікірлер: 13

@CarObsession Жыл бұрын

Good evening everyone. Welcome to my review of the new Hyundai Kona N, the small family SUV with a savage personality.

@lincolnwhitlow9835 Жыл бұрын

I have one here in the US. Its disgusting how many more features you get across the pond. I'm jealous!

@irockz9723 Жыл бұрын

I own one in the UK, I've done exhaust work, full forge intake and bigger turbo elbow, I absolutely love it, suprises many people and it's a riot to drive. Great video 👍

@CarObsession Жыл бұрын

Wow, I bet it sounds EPIC! Thanks for watching.

@brianreardon7700 Жыл бұрын

Hello great review just subscribed.. yes i have a Kona N here in the states love it.. it is abit of a hand full .. hahaha wheel spin all over lol.. hang on to the wheel! But i think that’s what make it so fun! And the jittery ride in N mode is silly fun! I had many vw golf gtis over the years before this.. and I loved them all .. but is just a riot haha

@CarObsession Жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment!

@andrewdent696 Жыл бұрын

I have the Puma ST and have to not only agree with you, but all the other comparison reviews who have compared these 2 cars against each other. The Kona N is a great car and fast as hell. Lots of goodies on top of what the Puma has as standard. I would also say it looks that bit better too. But that's were it ends. To live with the Kona N everyday with its harsh ride would not last very long before you swap it in. I had a test drive of both cars prior to buying the ST and although the N was fun, fast and decent inside etc, the ride put me off too much. Great video and a true report of the N.

@CarObsession Жыл бұрын

Hi Andrew, thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback 👌🏽

@DaveDVideoMaker Жыл бұрын

Not offered in Romania either. However, it’s offered in Bulgaria and Hungary. Even though I prefer the i30N more which is offered in Romania, I think it’s unfair that the Romanian market doesn’t get the Kona N, and yet neighbouring Hungary and Bulgaria get the Kona N which are in the EU like Romania.

@cyber_fujv-8675 Жыл бұрын

Do a mild off road video please

@CarObsession Жыл бұрын

You're too late I'm afraid, the car went back to Hyundai a long time ago. Thanks for watching.

@Liisjak 10 ай бұрын

It's not an SUV...it's a hatch with a bit more clearance. Once you think about it that way it makes sense.

@CarObsession 10 ай бұрын

Hi there, thanks for watching. I'll be honest, I've not come across anyone that's called it a hatch, even Hyundai themselves call it an SUV. This is from their website: "Featuring a more dynamic road presence, a futuristic new look, and a larger living space for all your adventures, this bold, upscaled SUV is still very much at home on city streets and country roads"