2020 Hyundai Kona Review | An AWD Crossover Under $25k

One of the best options out there for an inexpensive AWD Crossover for around $23k! In this video I'll go for a test drive & completely review the NEW 2020 Hyundai Kona! I'll test out acceleration, braking, steering feel, tech, rear legroom, sound system & much more!
Big thanks to Jack Giambalvo Hyundai in York, PA for allowing me to check out the NEW 2020 Hyundai Kona! For more information on their inventory please feel free to visit their website below.
www.GiambalvoHyundai.com
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[@uncleremus5046]

Bought one for my daughter. Great vehicle & best warranty out there!

[@HairySon92]

Lucky daughter!

[@cheskybaba4864]

Got one for my wife for Christmas. It's the big one.

[@BrodyJoeandBriars]

Great review! I've had my 2018 Kona SEL AWD for 14 months and love everything about it...it's the same as your test car, Pulse Red with black roof!

[@timleem3609]

Great review! I'm thinking of buying the Kona so this video really helps. Thanks from Phoenix, AZ.

[@jackkoffin1]

I've been driving a 2005 Accent forever now, really want to get a Kona for some reason. I can't explain it, but I suspect I would love this car. Thanks for the review.

[@ponymoonshadow]

Absolutely love my new 2021 Kona Limited AWD. HATED trading in my 2018 Elantra Sport, but my knee injuries from a crash in 2011 was making it too difficult to get in and out of a sedan, so I reluctantly had to move up to an SUV. I've never been anything but a coupe or sedan person, but when necessity requires, and I couldn't be happier with my choice! Couldn't ask for more value/features for the money, no better warranty available, reliability and quality, all best value for the money! This is my 3rd Hyundai in a row (2013 Elantra Coupe GS, 2018 Elantra Sport, now 2021 Kona Limited AWD), Unless Hyundai really does something untoward, I am a Hyundai loyalist for life!

[@muyaho420]

Did you experience 2.0L NA engine issues?

[@grade4ruaaafamily686]

I have a 2018 kona sel thunder gray and I love it!

[@cyberspd]

Our local Jeff Wyler Hyundai dealer had the Kona Iron Man edition. One of the coolest cars I've seen

[@yohofishingsneak-headfish242]

I do love it!!

[@dryleopardd]

I’m 12 and I really want this car

[@Formisdestiny]

Very nice job!

[@goldpony]

Thanks!

[@JP-ri4kt]

Love the reviews..has Hyundai fixed gdi engine issues..keep it gold 😎

[@tomboeddeker2465]

Info. Can you Flat-tow the Hyundai behind my motor home

[@tomboeddeker2465]

Info. Can you flat tow the hynKona behind a motor home

[@ambientbeauty604]

I like the black cladding on this and other new vehicles.

[@robertslimm9319]

Thanks for the video. I don't mind seeing all the features, but would like more about how it drives, how effective the awd system is, how it drives off road, etc.

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[@johnfranklin5277]

A tech package is available for the SEL, adds fog lights, sunroof, power drivers seat, and Infiniti audio system. And vanity lights.

[@delmar9972]

John Franklin does the Kona have power-lift gate?

[@Charles_Mulberry_7977]

Yo, York PA!

[@Rtcmanga_YouTube_Channel]

Hello Andrew! Nice review of the Hyundai Kona which I wasn't aware of so far. I also like the upper daylight running light and the lower positioned headlights, which gives a nice design touch. The fenders not being available in body color is a fair critique that I certainly agree on! The additional 1500 US$ for the 4WD option is quite inexpensive. How much is it if you want to add an X-Drive to a BMW? 3000-5000 US$?? :D Nice, solid shots as always a ton of work for you, including the research... my respect!! :)

[@goldpony]

Thanks Martin! 😁

[@Rtcmanga_YouTube_Channel]

@@goldpony :)

[@joeb2588]

I have 64k on my 18 Elantra with the same motor. Runs great. I have a manual, and in the warm weather, I get 47 plus mpg. In the winter with snows, I get 37-39mpg. Been real reliable. Oil cap says 5w20. Manual says either 5w20 or 5w30. I use 5w30. Synthetic and change it every 4-4500k. I wouldnt get the turbo and dual clutch set up. I'd get it in base motor and auto transmission

[@cheryldodd-marko9787]

I love my 2020 kona...

[@trishfarina104]

I have a 2019 SEL same color as the one in this video and I love mine

[@frankenelimtangco2400]

What trim are you going to get the turbo charge engine with dct?

[@desteneecrosby9636]

So does the SEL model have awd? Or is awd only available for the ultimate model?

[@PassionGrows]

I don’t usually like red cars but this one, with the black top and trims is gorgeous. Too bad it does not come with a spare storage.

[@OuchyWowchyFrybread]

Man I'm torn between the Kona SEL plus AWD and the 2020 Kia Soul EX with tech package for my next vehicle. Both are Unique vehicles and offer almost the same technology for the price. I have a 2017 Kia Soul + I love it so much, but not sure if I REALLY need the AWD haha. Your reviews are the greatest!

[@goldpony]

Thanks appreciate it! 😁

[@MoonInPisces1962]

The 2020 Kia Soul has a new CVT transmission. This transmission has no track record to recommend it. The 2020 Kona is still using the same, 6-speed, automatic that Hyundai has been using for several years. Also, the Soul does not have independent rear suspension in any trim level. In contrast, the AWD versions of the Kona have independent rear suspension. Incidentally, the Soul has a start/stop feature. If you do not like start/stop, you must deactivate it every time you start the vehicle. In contrast, Kona has no start/stop feature. The biggest advantages of the Soul are the much roomier back seat and better driver rear visibility. If these two advantages of the Soul are very important to you, than you will like the Soul better. Otherwise, the AWD, non-turbo, Kona, with its proven transmission, and independent rear suspension might be a better all around choice.

[@tonydiciero3864]

Go for a test drive

[@jabbadahuttful]

" B U T " is his go to word for sure ! 😁

[@pewpew9736]

1:44 should be on the screen. Some viewers want to know

[@joethebar1]

I drove a Kona and an Elantra GT today/ same motor and Powertrain. The Kona looks cool but was kinda dull inside and didn’t ride as well as the GT. Was also anemic with the 2.0 litre; the Elantra has 15 more HP and made all the difference.

[@ianmcculloch6839]

Just bought the Kona 2020, rides and handles well. A little tight in the back.

[@BonafideToolJunkie]

If you had to put a wheelchair in the back, would it be a problem? Thanks

[@theletterblacknote]

how's the speakers

[@theletterblacknote]

how's the speakers

[@TheRAMBO9191]

I'm driving a 2005 still. Sooo if I evemanage to get something like this I'll feel rich af hahahah

[@TheLadykay3]

Does the 2020 model have a digital speedometer?

[@jseaber]

I bought my 2019 awd with the tech package from Brian there great salesman!!

[@aethercrozma139]

Can you do a Chevy Silverado 3500 review?

[@molaroismorais1758]

Cool..

[@davidzavala337]

I really like the Kona, I line the space, the outside design, those plastic fenders (cheaper to fix when damage and no paint) but it needs a lower price, but I know you could haggle the price down. The negative are the following. 1. No theft deterrent on base model. Hyundais base model are very easily stolen, my 2017 Atlanta got stolen in 10 minutes using a screwdriver. 2. Get an electronic E brake. Since is to narrow that would free up a lot of valuable space up front. 3. Offer LEDs headlight at all trims and that would make a safer car. Hyundais are difficult with after markets headlights. 4. Better gauges, they super boring, nowadays we have digital instrument cluster that just like our android phones we can customized 5. Place the headlights were.the belong. Being down would get dirtier much more quickly. No the next is just a personal taste. I dont like dual clutch transmission. Dual exhaust Other than that is good vehicle IMO.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Hyundai ATLANTA?

[@siesiechampion]

Lol!! Ikr

[@rdgrf3527]

I would like to meet u in person I live in pa

[@Michael_Livingstone]

Can you review the Kona electric please?

[@goldpony]

I would actually love to if I can find one... Waiting for Jack Giambalvo to get one! 😁

[@ambientbeauty604]

@@goldpony I test drove one last month and fell in love.

[@kakakakyolele2464]

I got a pulse red but want a black roof. Can it be done third party?

[@johnfranklin5277]

Black roof...that car is going to be mighty hot inside especially in the summer.

[@NCWMedic]

I could swear when he says Turbo and turn signals he was saying "Turdbo" and "Turd Signals"! Anyone else hear that?

[@tonitruzone153]

Love my Ironman

[@waynewilliams1487]

Prefer the murano'styling and v6

[@mr.2cents.846]

I love this car. If you like this car, you will love the Intimate.

[@ashylarry4867]

I hope you mean the Ultimate! You just put a disturbing image in my head lol

[@charlesmilbourn6861]

Great review... Thumbs up... Small gripe... Next review please mention and show the spare tire... And will the wireless charger charge the phone with out the phone case... All phones need that... Thanks..

[@goldpony]

Good suggestions appreciate it! 👍

[@TheLadykay3]

I think you have to take the case off to use the wireless charger

[@thaabeetarot1478]

@@TheLadykay3 no you don’t

[@adoreslaurel]

God move was poaching the Audi designer and the "M" division man from BMW. So much German input and testing has to be a big plus.

[@syamagoose]

2020 sel plus has the better audio

[@kellynnd5361]

you poor americans... canadian ones come with heated steering wheels. i have an 18 "luxury", in the blue, 17" wheels, leather seats, and only difference(with 2020 luxury) since it's older is 1 usb port and no wireless charger (i use android auto anyhow). it's a great little beast survived its first canadian winter last year excellently.

[@jennyeagan1840]

Kona means 'princess' in Hawaiian. We have a family cat with the same name,adopted.

[@danielabowes3465]

I just learned that in Portuguese Kona is slang for vagina 😬

[@jerrinroyc]

Hehe.. kona means corner in hindi

[@adventureswithben5511]

Hi

[@grimacemcccheese]

What the heck. Is it me or was that a surprisingly meaty exhaust note for an entry level engine.

[@goldpony]

Haha correct! 👍

[@cherylbrantley4736]

So if you borrowed the car from the dealer you obviously are going to give it a positive review.

[@Maggie-tr2kd]

Is there a spare tire?

[@snooooopycomehome]

Sadly no spare tire in any of the trim levels. Yet the Elantra does....

[@sherrid5315]

Yea it does my 2020 has a spare tire!

[@TheLadykay3]

The salesman at the dealership put a spare tire in mine plus I have the kit

[@kiayungko7731]

🇰🇷🇰🇷

[@ToddTinley]

Looks like a lot of plastic around the wheel wells and sides of the vehicle.

[@stevog2277]

Less rusting

[@Electragirl5]

Hyundai has a better crossover SUV but Kia got the better sedan.

[@dasboot6935]

l wish my Ultimate would have come as a hybrid and with a heated steering wheel, USA misses out on all the good cars thx to Trumps Tariffs against the Asian Countries. Thx Don also again thx, for killing off ZTE now that l need another new ZTE phone model. Your the greatest Don!

[@wayyet567]

Not 7 seat

[@luizhenriquemartinsmendonc9913]

CARRO TOP DEMAIS IM FROM BRAZIL BRASILIA DF DISTRIC FEDRAL BRAZIL

[@Daham19]

Never buy a car with AMT Transmission, unless at least seven year warranty on clutch and transmission

[@rickferr1546]

Dosent it come with a 10 year warranty on power trans

[@fahd3228]

When will this crossover trend gonna end?! Its getting ridiculous

[@megaming7238]

What a strange looking car

[@willyr.phillips2014]

I agree! One on-line reviewer said it reminded him of the old Poniac Aztek. That was a design beast and I get the same vibe off the frontend of the Kona. Smaller Venue and larger Palisade have the same homely headlights/grill set-up. I wouldn't nix a vehicle choice on body color but I draw the line on butt-ugly sheet metal! Still....others will like the styling....room for everyone.

[@sherrid5315]

Only coming from a strange person ☺️

[@brandon6541]

Agreed this car is strange looking