Hyundai Kona N Review: the most COMPREHENSIVE test yet!

[@cinch]

Is this the craziest crossover ever?! 🤔

[@andrewfinkelsteintennis1915]

Sounds like the kona n is more of a golf gti alternative than the i30n as its a bit more of an all-rounder?

[@drumflip1253]

Own one love it!

[@lotsofcurveslover]

Did you cross shop a Mark 7.5 GTI? They’re cheaper with lots of aftermarket so I’m trying to decide.

[@drumflip1253]

@@lotsofcurveslover I’ve actually owned 5 GTI’s. They are practical, fun but nothing like this and I love how much you can adjust on this car. It’s a driver focused track ready purposed built car.

[@lotsofcurveslover]

@@drumflip1253 thanks, that helps me make up my mind. Kona N it is.

[@1209MArky]

@@lotsofcurveslover I have a mk7.5 GTI. It’s nice but kinda boring. My Kona N is coming next month.

[@lotsofcurveslover]

@@1209MArky thanks, I've driven some GTI's and I agree. Modern German cars seem to all be a bit boring. Let me know what you think of the Kona.

[@gwanlee]

An excellent review of a brilliant car

[@stevethomas760]

Greetings from the US. The Kona N checks a lot of boxes for me. If it came with a manual I would be in line tomorrow. A very small percentage of buyers would want a third pedal so I understand Hyundai's decision. I keep coming back to this car just don't know if I would be happy in the long run. Looking for something to replace my aging WRX wagon this year. Especially after the plastic laden new model. Enjoyed your review!

[@lotsofcurveslover]

I used to be a manual lover but the dual clutch Evo X made me a dual clutch believer. I drove a Veloster N and was pretty impressed by the trans. I can fit in the Kona much better than the Veloster so this is #1 on my list right now. I had a 2016 WRX and was very disappointed by it. I think this is the closest thing to a modern reliable Evo that I can find even though it’s fwd.

[@cinch]

Thanks, Steve. We have to admit a manual gearbox would add to the fun, but the auto here is thankfully very good :)

[@gtrrealreels7339]

You would be very happy with this car long term without a doubt.

[@DriverJ-N]

17:02 😁love my kona N also that front end is damn mean looking and different

[@cinch]

It's certainly unique! We love how bold it is

[@gtrrealreels7339]

Let's get things straight, this is a hot hatch!!!

[@AshSolarion]

What color has it ?

[@cjtucker1950]

would you like to buy a kona ironman addition thats currently in for repair? just bought a kona N!

[@andrewmaple9863]

This or puma st ?

[@Tractorboy98an99]

Get that track back open!!

[@cinch]

We're working on giving it a bit of a refurbishment and spruce up. Then who knows...

[@Tractorboy98an99]

You’d make my year re opening that!!

[@danielkendall4882]

Rockingham needs racing back at that amazing track what a waste of a brilliant track

[@lotsofcurveslover]

Is a Mark 7.5 GTI with a stage 1 engine and trans tune a better choice? I’m trying to decide.

[@cinch]

That would be a fun option - but we think this Kona N would be equally as exciting. That it can also be a daily crossover is what has us most impressed. You can probably choose based on body type; do you want a hatchback or crossover more?

[@lotsofcurveslover]

@@cinch although I prefer the looks of the GTI, I think the Kona might be more fun to drive. German cars tend to be somewhat dull so I'm looking for something that's as close to an Evo X MR as I can find. I got a reply from someone who's owned multiple GTI's who said that the Kona feels racier. That sounds more like what I want.

[@khronin]

GTIs sit too low--I just got a Kona N and probably will never get a low slung car again because all it does is make the ride choppier and the skirts--rims--and low door sills get scuffed up too easy.Go look at at GTI's or any other cars that sit decently low and take a good look at the front skirts and door sills--nothing but nicks and dings unless you are anal about driving it.