A SPICY BUBBLE! // 2024 Hyundai Kona N Line AWD Review

[@andrewdundas1637]

I love how Sarah always chooses an outfit that colour matches the car and theme of the review. Just another way to show us her attention to detail.

[@rockman4699]

Sarah has style for miles

[@smoguli]

The logo at the center of the steering wheel is 4 dots, which is the letter H in morse code. The fabric square on the left of the dash is not a speaker, there's a metal plate behind the fabric so you can use magnetic accessories (like sunglasses holders)

[@scraverX]

Came looking for this comment.

[@lorrmci]

I looked for this comment also. I have this exact vehicle in Burgundy. I was going to mention the steering wheel bar with the 4 dots is morse code for the letter 'H'. Regarding the fabric square on the left of the dash, funny enough I found out yesterday, that it was a magnetic square, but didn't know it was behind the fabric. I'll have to check how it detaches.

[@tonydacosta2273]

One of the very best car reviewers on KZbin. Thorough, authentic and absolutely enjoyable. Excellent review.

[@brianmiller6995]

"It's more fun to drive a slow car fast" I concur. In high school, my brother and I shared a used '78 Ford Fiesta. We extracted every ounce of fun that car had to give.

[@BradWilson1969]

My first car was an '84 Honda CRX, and to this day it's still the most fun I've had driving a car. To be fair, everything after that was a cheap hatchback or practical sedan or wagon or SUV, so I have no real experience with anything that's supposed to be fun. That said, my first new car was an '89 Daihatsu Charade, and that was pretty dang fun too. I guess I just like tiny cars.

[@jeffk412]

I second that! I had a first gen Scirocco, it was slow but handled really well and was so tossable! FUN!

[@nielsdebakker3283]

@@BradWilson1969 I had a 93 charade 1.3 tx, light and fast for that time. (there was also the GTti, another notch faster) And now to think that my base octavia 1.5 would run rings around it... how times have changed.

[@housepianist]

I agree 100%. In 2012, I owned a Honda Fit Sport and while it only had about 117 hp, it was one of the most tossible, fun car I had. The suspension was tuned for more handling duties so it was easy to push it to 8/10ths or higher and not worry about plowing into a ditch. It was a lot of DRIVING fun without the added worry of managing excessive speed.

[@gregmancave5757]

Well, yes and no. I drove a 3-piston Chevy Metro. Stick-shift 4 speed? And that was somewhat Fun, to drive. As my delivery car.

[@jihooncha-vs4om]

I bought a Kona last year and my wife and daughter are very satisfied. Hyundai Kona is a vehicle that I would really recommend.

[@aricp9173]

The "Oh Shit!" breaking test was unexpected, but made me laugh. Take care of yourself Sarah and have a good new year.

[@damieg82]

11:19 the bar on the steering wheel with the 4 dimples/dots are representative of an H in morse code. I think Hyundai debuted that design treatment on the Ioniq 5, in keeping with all of it's pixelated elements

[@manifestSD]

Some might say the Kona N Line has ... a new level of confidence. And power. Such ... adequate power.

[@brianwalker9185]

Youve done it again. You gave us facts, opinion and laughs. You are the best. Be well. Rest up...2024 is sneaking up on us.

[@Ebbyman413]

"Sound system didn't stand out until I listened to Pantera..." As if I couldn't love you more, you never fail to make my day!

[@Primus54]

Gotta hand it to Hyundai/Kia, they are killing it with their designs. They look more upscale than they actually cost. I’ve noticed you’ve reviewed a number of vehicles in these dark red colors… I like them. Hope you took a little break to watch a movie or two yesterday. Thank you, Sarah. 👍👍👍

[@infernoking7504]

Oh yeah killing with the most ugliest designs ive ever seen makes the modern chevys look nice 💀

[@tonygiraldes7848]

Just the greatest content and creator! Sarah is Numero Uno! 😊❤️

[@tonygiraldes7848]

And nobody looks better in stiletto heels 😘

[@mostcom]

🏁

[@joekluepfel1280]

FYI, The steering wheel logo is 4 dots, which is Morse code for "H". 🙂. Great review! I have the Limited version and it is 99% the same as the N, but the rear hatch does have auto open and has power open/close.

[@techpappee]

The four dots on steering wheel is morse code for the letter H. It’s taken directly from the Ionic line just like HVAC controls, gear selector etc. This was designed as a EV first then adapted to ICE.

[@gregorybourgeois9626]

Sarah knows how to accessorize!

[@Stiletto6inch]

Perfectly styled outfit and heels!😍 Had to watch this twice to actually focus on the usual great review. Stay quirky🤪

[@raullasvegas]

Sarah always dresses to match the vehicle. So the Kona N line is 🔥🔥🔥? Either way, I too had to replay the video from when those shoes came into the shot.

[@mikespangler98]

I had a 2006 Chevy Aveo for commuting. As you noted although it was gutless it was also fun to drive. It had a five speed which certainly helped. I could and did drive in the wrong way into a group of angled parking slots and make the greater than 90 degree turn to get into a slot.

[@tomperkins6389]

Driving a slow car fast. YES! One of the reasons I love my Miata

[@TediKay]

There is nothing more fun than pushing an under power car with skinny tires to it's limit. I learned this with my 1980 Subaru GL 2 door Hatchback. Which was not full time AWD and it had a quircky 3rd flip up headlight used when passing other cars.

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

."in a supercar you're just paying attention not to die". LOL! Your quotes from this video are superb, Sarah! Bravo!

[@MichaelT-lc5pk]

You look like a teacher n as always looking beautiful Sarah

[@Wurger52]

Best Christmas present ever... a new Sarah video! I thought that thing was going to catapult you in the braking test.

[@tonydacosta2273]

A spicy red bubble car review for xmas/boxing day. I have 2018 Kia Forte 5 sx 1.6 turbo, never had a problem. I change my oil every 4000 to 5000 miles with synthetic. Always did with every car I had. Treat them well and drive them well and you should practically never have a problem.

[@richardp5494]

Very Christmas, Sarah, red Hyundi, red matching top from you and another no holds,dam straightforward, extremely technical and funny car review, thanks Sarah that's made my Christmas 😂👍👍👍

[@trevin1691]

For sure!✌️

[@chrisgizmunt927]

I agree with the sentiment that it’s more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow. I have both a 718 GT4 (not a super car but very capable) as well as a mini countryman JCW with a tiny engine and a manual transmission. For the track, it’s the GT4 all day long. For anything else, the mini is a much bigger hoot to drive.

[@Peachcreekmedia]

Thanks for giving a very brutal but straightforward review. If I was in the market for a cheap car this would be adequate.

[@mikec-hamilton]

Thanks for posting over the holidays. We appreciate you.

[@notext2]

I love that you quoted weight savings twice 😄

[@SarahnTuned]

because satire lol, its not very light.

[@williamjohnson1317]

The bar with dots on the steering wheel is morse code for H. For Hyundai

[@Insightfill]

Great review. Thanks! We had bought a 2022 N Line for my kid last year and it was a ball to drive. Of note: At 6:26 you note it's a 1.6L but at 7:11 it's a 2.0L. It's a 1.6L since this is the "N Line" and not the beefier and more expensive "N." Hyundai really needs to clean up their naming system. On their corporate site, they actually treat the "Kona N" as a whole different car and not just a trim of the regular Kona. That's annoying and confusing.

[@lunason2001]

Sarah, you should do one of those TV shows where you have a team that restores cars. I'd watch.

[@SarahnTuned]

TV is dead

[@GregZentTrumpetMan]

Motor Trend TV claims 26 million viewers per month. Sounds like its far from dead.

[@ianthepelican2709]

Clearly the little Kona needs a 1.8 and possibly lowered stiffer suspension to really hit the mark, but well done Hyundai all the same. Another excellent review Sarah. Merry Christmanses and Hippy New Years. 🍻🐧❤🥂 ps. Hyundai missed an opportunity there with the opening of the front grills, should have had a scanning red led strip. 😂

[@mothmagic1]

Lower the suspension and ruin its ground clearance for off road work. Yes to the stiffer suspension. If it's not intended for off road work it doesn't need AWD.

[@puckcat22679]

I suspect that there will be an actual N coming out at some point, and that one will have considerably more beans, as well as stiffer and lower suspension. The N-line is more of an appearance and trim package.

[@trialbygaming4588]

I love that you asked for 1.8 and not a 2.0 or larger, too many people want to jump on here and talk about how it needs 300/hp/lbs when really for the price if it had 220hp/lbs most would be happy at the price point.

[@Torsee]

I like the nubbin shift doohickey! Reimagined!

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

We have the 1.6 turbo engine in the Kona in the UK, but AWD is not available here. But it is available in certain EU markets, such as Germany, Poland, Greece and Spain.

[@Datboywalleeee]

I love your review. I just found your channel and I love it! Really great information not found on other reviewers and so funny too! Keep em coming!

[@mikect500]

Sarah is awesome.!

[@gordonmackenzie4512]

Once again I must commend your marvellous colour coordination with said vehicle on test. Both accurate and elegant on this occasion 👏🏼

[@Jay-sb2xs]

I love that Red color is so beautiful and front end and rear end are amazing there’s a EV version as well

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

Sarah you've been BUSY ! Can't wait to watch this !!❤

[@umbertoyltp]

Those rotating cupholders are genius spacesavers!❤

[@stucook8622]

Thanks Sarah ⛄🐧🌻

[@MichaelBLevi]

Whoah the suspension on that little car was working hard! It's nice to see properly tuned ride quality in a wee family wagon like that.

[@trevin1691]

SO much class style and beauty! The little “N” car is cool too✌️😎

[@johnmbell4642]

Hey Sarah, great review love the color on this one. Great common sense remarks. Hope your Christmas was fun. Can’t wait for the next one.🐧🐧🐧👍

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

Flying foam finger makes the final cut. Great Stuff. Cool Review

[@leer.2137]

This current model, (writing about the Kona) looks like a nice utility vehicle - too bad they didn't make the engine a bit bigger - thank you Sarah for another helpful/entertaining review, and where's Waldo? ... I mean LIZ - I thought you Guys' were Besties

[@mrstoives2444]

The 4 dots Hyundai use are Morse Code for “H”

[@garyworokevich2524]

Nice catch.

[@benjohnson7170]

100% agree on underpowered cars are more fun and with less consequences. That goes double for bikes.

[@grabtharandhishammer8251]

The bit in the middle of the rear bumper is the push out for when a tow bar gets fitted.

[@j.markkrzystofiak9907]

You and Sir fruit cake are really making a great team. Sarah’s trademark quirky bits have somehow even improved.

[@nzahara]

Your car reviews are so cool and you’re so beautiful it’s awesome

[@petefranghis738]

I always love the flying finger, Sarah.

[@BradWilson1969]

I was seriously considering a Kona N last year before I saw this refresh. From what I can tell, it addresses my biggest problems with the last version, mainly the backseat can fit adults now, and the tech looks very modern instead of 5+ years old. I sure hope they bring back the N model with this new version.

[@teehenessy3020]

Whuuut.. the Kona N tech was some of the best in class... Second THIS IS NOT EVEN KINDA the Kona n... This is a Kona n LINE. The Kona n is no longer made, but THAT was the best vehicle Hyundai ever made, nothing "outdated" about it.

[@spdcrzy]

I have a 2021 Kona. BEWARE: this thing burns oil like nobody's business. Get your oil changed every 3000 miles, not every 5000.

[@SarahnTuned]

I change my oil on forced induction vehicles every 3k, that's just good maintenance practice! Also, if you're "getting your oil changed" I recommend buying your own oil and using a high quality product, not just the garbage they'll throw in it at a lube rack. if you can, just do the maintenance on it yourself.. you'll thank me later.

[@gopackgo69]

Amsoil

[@dethsyl907]

Does using synthetic oil would make a difference?

[@bongodave13]

@@dethsyl907 Yes.

[@amoni1959]

Kia! Too bad it’s a Kia! 😂

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

Yay ! A Sarah vid 🎉

[@c0ncentr8]

Sarah's outfit 👗😻

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

Sarah always dresses like the car is a accessory which is nice... The Seat cover was looking mighty Spicy as always !!! Happy New Year Sarah and to many more prosperous years to come !!! Awesome review there young lady !!!

[@iamcorneliu1097]

This is the coolest review I ve seen in a car

[@unkowndata2338]

This looks cool thank you for the review. Can this be stolen like other Hyundais? Worried about that. How does it compare to the turbo trims of the Mazda cx30?

[@SarahnTuned]

Any car can be stolen if the criminal knows what they’re doing.

[@chrisgabbert658]

👍😊 nice look , it’s fun driving a car fast or hard that goes that doesn’t try to kill you crash.

[@wyattoneable]

You are the best Sarah.

[@nomad57-u3x]

14:12 now get the chrome letters to spell hawaii under the kona spaced out equally on the lift gate so it looks like it was put here from the factory

[@michaelweilmuenster5754]

My 16 year old son and his friends would call this a "traffic car". Its a phrase I like and it perfectly describes a daily driver category of cars. Feel free to use it.

[@ed10523]

Hi Sarah..I Love How you Color Coordinate. Gorgeous!

[@rikiwakwak]

Hope you had a fine Christmas. Thank you for taking the time and making the effort.

[@jetsons101]

I know what you mean about driving a low-powered car.... I had a Vega that was so much fun to drive in the local hills and mountains.......

[@7motion985]

❤❤❤❤❤ pro review. I am currently leasing a limited version I love the car but the engine sounds like an ice maker at low RPM.

[@ManicSalamander]

Speaking of driving fast cars slow v slow cars fast (totally agree) there's a further dimension to that. Out in the desert it may be possible to ignore this a lot of the time, but here in the more densely populated Midwest, it seems that you need to make a choice between looking fast and going fast. If you do both, you end up losing your license. So I never ever prioritize performance when I purchase a vehicle. I prioritize something else I value like payload or reliability or simplicity, then I learn to drive it as hard as I can. If you look boring enough, the cops won't look at you. Unless you do something really spectacular. I am convinced I have more fun in my Toy pickup than supercar drivers.

[@foxtrot685]

I hope we get a Kona N on this generation. Hyundai is still up in the air on a full N version but they haven’t said no, it’d likely have the 2.5T. If you’ve never driven the current Kona N and you like aggressively sporty small cars, do yourself a favor; it drives even better than it looks

[@gregggoldstein3449]

Have you ever done a night time review behind the wheel with head lights on? To see how the LED projector lights work in areas on un lighted streets.

[@toobusy63]

Thank goodness you're doing a review on this❤ I wanna 24, but at the time, all they had was limited or N Line. I'm on my 3rd Kona now.(21,22,23)

[@SarahnTuned]

Get a leftover 2023 N, I think its getting discontinued so they're going to be SUPER rare.

[@toobusy63]

@@SarahnTuned 💞🙌

[@DemonViewLLC]

Great content, great video's, fantastic presentation... but enough about me, love this channel too....😁

[@dusyola35]

*11:14** they said four points on those logo is H letter in morse code...*

[@chrismorrison2512]

Sarah is so freekin 🔥🔥🔥

[@Ea-22]

Beautiful review but what about the N version...

[@raymondbrown1850]

Sarah, you nailed it!Happy new Year. Loved the outfit.

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

You have been BUSY ! Can't wait to watch ; you made my day🥳

[@silverfox__12]

Always top tier drip in ur car reviews

[@arkanaloth2617]

I was considering the 2024 Kona when I was car shopping but decided on the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek instead, still the Kona is a cute little car.

[@whyjustwhy2168]

I got the chevy trax

[@brokeboy87]

For a first car, I would probably get the SEL or the base trim. It's a subcompact car that deserves to be on most people's top 10 list.

[@rodlappin6147]

Almost bought a Kona in 2020, but the salesman sucked and I drove to Subaru and got a Crosstrek instead.

[@RigiLiquid945]

11:11 Morse Code for H is 4 dots on the steering wheel. Happy Yew Near! 🐢

[@thedrifter704]

Sarah looking classy in this one !👍🥰

[@cowx73pw]

This girl really has the best Car channel on KZbin !!!

[@Chiroman527]

Thank you, Sarah, for being the best car reviewer on the InterWeb. If it wasn't for you, I would pass on this review for sure. LOve the Slit skirt fashion statement in high heels. You add lots of Spice to differentiate your form the Ho HUM norm. You are Ageless. Happy New Year!

[@CJDiecast]

I'm starting to see the new Konas on the road and I have to say they're very sharp! I'm not too keen on crossovers but I do really like this one. I also never liked the first generation because it looked like a leap frog, especially in green! Now the new one looks like something from the future, especially with the LED lightbars front and rear, the sharp angles and wheel designs. IMO, the N-Line is the best trim because it's all body-colored. The plastic wheel arches and side skirts on the other trims is too much. Looks clean with everything painted. And you can't beat the price.

[@stewieuk1276]

Great review. Great outfit. Love this channel! Happy New Year!

[@sdry]

South Koreas have truly one upped their game. Hyundai/Kia was a laughing matter like 15y ago. Not anyomore. I need one.

[@ttinnovations3310]

Nice , sound clip on the Mando !!!,, though I was going crazy on the left ear lol

[@johnnyroese]

I love my Kona! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@aa-au]

Nice review Sarah. I also like your shoes, which probably makes you 6ft 3in now....

[@staceys1208]

I drive a lot of rental cars as part of work travel, and I will never turn down any car (unless it smells bad inside). I have genuinely laughed my ass off driving around in a Chevy Spark, those things are hilariously small, but surprisingly capable on American roads (I'm usually doing some freeway driving and city traffic). I think it would be hilarious as a review idea to just go rent random cars and review them just like you're reviewing brand new cars. The rental-fleet spec cars can be so random in their options, I've had complete stripped down no-option cars and fully loaded, every option cars as well.

[@gromit1971]

Happy Christmas from Glasgow. 👍😘😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿☃️🎅❄️

[@iLL3571]

Hesitation is from the torque converter spool, but I'd take that any day for reliability over dcts

[@oiygfdxssfgg]

I like Hyundai and you look great dressed up Sarah.

[@WilliamTaylor-h4r]

I been messing the Gran Turismo for ages and ages, Alon is kinda right, you only really need six gears because the curve is a worm gear, so it don't do crapola past 30 degree incline, you might save one dollar for 2mph. Sure ain't win no race with no 8 speed. Just got my hand controls installed in my luxury van, only problem is the accelerator is hella touchy, gotta hold my vape so my hand don't shake.

[@wbryanj]

OK, I'm confused. How does a 1999 cc engine become a 1.6 liter? Is this some trickery to make you think you will get better eekonomy? Most car companies would call it a 2 liter to make it sound more powerful. Thank you Sarah for being you!

[@SarahnTuned]

1591cc, I filmed two reviews in one day and said 1999cc by accident thinking of something else. Everything else is correct.

[@nealjohnson5059]

I like the outfit...always great reviews. 👍🏻

[@neoanderson7]

So fancy dressed for a Kona.. :-) I guess this is an alternative for those who are still on the fence whether they want a full electric or an ICE vehicle. Hope Santa was able to bring you something you wanted. ;-) If we don't see another vid, have a great New Year!! (hopefully be able to celebrate it a bit... ;-) )

[@infiniterift]

FIASSBOARD needs to be a thing from now on!

[@cindykeselowski899]

we travel about 25,000 miles annually so fuel consumption is a big deal. Would you recommend this or the Kia Niro hybrid? Thank you & your review was most informative!