Hyundai Kona; Bonkers fast!

[@stephencharles6615]

I have recently bought one. I love the performance and handling. I don't find the suspension too hard.

[@guest5659]

Test drove this and the puma st and purchased a kona. Puma was a very well rounded performance suv but didn't have the excitement factor or dna of the kona n and as a 2nd car wasn't fussed over the puma having a slightly bigger boot. No doubt these two are out on their own in a world of bland group platform suvs..

[@paulwardzynski3265]

Great review, thank you. Accurate generally but it's best to rejoice in its duality. Remeber, the Puma is manual only! I also think it is good value for money as the equipment level is very good with everything standard except metallic paint. It has character, there's no doubt about it!

[@drumflip1253]

I’m that particular buyer. Owned several GTI’s, mini jcw, mazdaspeed3, and AMG gla45. The Kona N is now my daily, performance, great road feel, practical and really enjoy driving it! A lot of car for the money.

[@CarGurusUK]

Thanks for sharing!

[@surferbone82]

Ive driven only peformance oriented MT cars for the past 13 years, and am considering the KN. Is the DCT good enough where I won't miss rowing my own gears?

[@drumflip1253]

@@surferbone82 I think you will love it. It feels a lot like a manual when you use the paddles. Lots of torque, great road feel and surprisingly great in corners.

[@crazyforiegner2]

Having test drove this and the i30n, the i30n feels more sporty, has a more comfortable ride and even has more room in the back for three passengers. However, the i30n doesn't get all the latest tech such as adaptive cruise, head up display etc. that the Kona N gets.

[@timothywalker6410]

Love my Kona n

[@pigeonpoo1823]

I like that they even bothered. 35k gives you a lot of other options. personally, this would be way way down my list, but if you want one, rag it while petrol is still there to turn into noise and fun and never regret the decision.

[@philipc239]

Modern Korean cars don't need introduction nor any explanations

[@154300]

Only thing I don't like about my kona n is the horrible juddering when turning in a car park or out my driveway. Also had the same issue with the i30 fastback n.

[@brendankelly4494]

Probably the Pirelli’s on it, horrible tyres, never had the issue again when I switched to Michelins

[@willsmyth639]

Honestly not the right person for this review as Rebecca reviewed the i20N and the I30N and she goes in without a preconception of the car then let’s the car do the talking but this guy looks up what a minority has complained about and Emphasises them

[@guest5659]

Totally agree, he's reviewing it objectively I feel. I test drove this and the puma before buying a kona. The puma probably better rounded car but didn't have that excitement, that dna.

[@Jefferson-603]

I agree! This has to be the most negative review of this car that I've seen.

[@gooeykev]

As a previous mark 7.5 GTI owner I can honestly say that I really enjoy the Hyundai Kona N much better in terms of the transmission/ engine output and exhaust note 🎵 what the interior lacks in terms of soft touch materials, it makes up for it in performance.

[@rinbine2713]

Double click the N mode button. You can access N custom mode.

[@telelaci2]

That's i30N. On Kona the blue buttons are programmable, you can have 1 press custom1 on the right one and 1 press custom2 on the other one if you want so. The blue buttons are much more flexible.

[@oraclemiata845]

KONAN is legend.

[@ttinnovations3310]

was at the California dealer today, they wanted $10K markup to buy one, I looked at them and walked out LOL !!! that is like 33% mark up on a $35K car

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

£35 grand even that will be outside the average road hooligans that speed from City to Shire up my way - plus for the same amount of money others would have us buy Electric cars that seemingly are all the rage or are intended to be once Governments get their fingers out.

[@shortair84]

This guy clearly hated this vehicle lol

[@Jefferson-603]

Agree

[@b.b3642]

What about the 2 individual modes. Or the ventilated seats, or the heated rear seats, or all of the driving assistance systems the car is full of. It doesn't hurt to read the manual prior making a review of a car. Or just checking the other KZbin reviews. 😉

[@TheHutchRuns]

Great video, one 'N' car too much perhaps? I'd love an i30N or i20N but would take Puma ST over this any day

[@craighawkins2443]

Turn it in I purchased a Kona N in March this year not seen 1 other on the road plus I traded in a i30N for it before that was a focus ST & I can honestly say this is 1 scary vehicle.. Forge induction kit & dump valve fitted the car sounds amazing n feels like your gonna put it in some poor buggers front room every time you put your toe down... Love it.... ❤️🥰

[@rahuljayachandran4128]

Loved the review.You guys deserve way too more subscribers,absolutely love your content.Keep them coming

[@CarGurusUK]

Much appreciated! Glad you are enjoying our content

[@davidpalin1790]

Like my juke nismo rs but more

[@davidpollard4051]

You'd have to drive it to know what it's really like. Sounds like it'd be fun the first time you drive it but living with it day to day would probably see it's appeal diminish.

[@guest5659]

It really doesn't diminish its appeal..

[@DriverJ-N]

I thought this before I got it but 11k miles in it still excites me just as it did the 1st day I got it 🤷‍♂️

[@grantt5211]

Way past the first drive and it’s still a hoot to drive every time.

[@jimmyquinn9639]

Nice car 🚘🚙🚗👍👍👍👍👍

[@adamk4662]

I have had one on order since Sept 2021 ( Australia), still no idea when I will get it.

[@grantt5211]

Unlucky for you. I ordered mine (an N, not an N Premium) in Queensland, Australia in the last week of January and got it six weeks later, although I was told when I placed the order not to expect it before mid-May or later. When you finally get yours, you will love it!

[@adamk4662]

@@grantt5211 im in Brusbabe too, ordered from North Lakes Hyundai

[@grantt5211]

Mine was bought from Sunco at Maroochydore. I think someone must have cancelled their order for me to get mine so quickly.

[@keeylanhume5714]

Just got mine yesterday - Luckily grabbed an order that someone abandoned. You won't regret the wait.

[@jimmyquinn9639]

Nice car 🚗🚙🚘👍👍👍👍👍

[@CarGurusUK]

It sure is!

[@davidwalters313]

Good review. I wonder if it is better than a mini countryman jcw?

[@robertlloyd7493]

Loved the honesty of your review 👍

[@CarGurusUK]

Thank you 😊