New Hyundai Kona N in-depth review: the best N model to date?

[@Saytheodd]

I live in Atlanta and I have a Kona N and I absolutely love it! It is really a character to drive and everyone compliments the styling. Get one before you cant and the electric wave happens.

[@lotsofcurveslover]

What are the best and worst features?

[@xXYannuschXx]

"Get one before you cant and the electric wave happens." Got myself an i30N FL for that reason. Cars are about to get insanely boring and I want to end it with a blast, before its too late.

[@stevestevesteve946]

@@xXYannuschXx Jaguar XJ12...

[@khronin]

Where r U at--I live north of ATl and just got one.I also had a stinger and was a member of the club in ATl and will have to break the bad news to them soon.GA roads is one reason I got a kona cause you can go from smoothe pavemnt that you can go 150 MPH to roads in city of ATL or up in the mountains where you need the ground clearance.They also closed commerce so i had nowhere to run my stinger in the 1/4 and the stinger skyrocketed in value so I own my kona N and was able to pocket 10k.

[@khronin]

@@lotsofcurveslover Owned many cas and i would say it does need AWD would be my only gripe.Very few cars can do 150 mph plus on the top end and also get 30 mpg if you drive it normally and smoothly.

[@Lollakuk]

Nicola Hume are you single

[@cindysue5474]

Look at the ring on Her finger I would say no.

[@drone_tours]

The ugliest performance hatchover ever

[@NotLikeUss]

U wish, all I get is stares and questions lol “what kind of car is that?”

[@drone_tours]

@@NotLikeUss That's because car are just fashion statements now

[@ivegotkids8455]

Nicola are you Mat's lost daughter? One of the best car reviewer for CarBuyer after the departure of Mat. Keep it up. 👍

[@DriverJ-N]

My 1st 0-60 was 5.58 without launch control or going too in-depth on correct conditions…. not sure how ppl are getting 6 seconds + 🤔

[@avis1978]

0-60 is not 0-62. And there's usually 0.4 sec different. My stinger does 0-60 in 4.6 sec but 0-62 is 5 sec.

[@chriswebb7404]

Enjoyed your review….keep up the good work👍

[@carbuyer]

Thanks Chris. Keep on watching!

[@PetrolBeast]

Kona N is probably the most sensible, yet entertaining option in its class ;)

[@drumflip1253]

Traded in my Veloster n for this one

[@glenn4641]

Love watching Nicola's videos her personality is brilliant. I'll definitely keep watching

[@carbuyer]

Thanks!

[@tomattime]

If Nicola's reviews where compared to a screen's picture quality, they would be classified as 8K

[@vroomgc]

Agreed, first time Im seeing her but she did a good job on the review

[@richwood1736]

Great looking motor but prefer the i30n fastback

[@khronin]

I got one--it is a very easy car to drive very fast and a very capable hot hatch--in fact except for other hyundai products there are very few sports cars under 40k that can hang with it.The wet dct and brakes are also a step ahead of most cars under 50k.

[@joskjj3625]

Hyundai is doing awesome stuff these days

[@carbuyer]

Agreed!

[@andrephx90]

That´s definitely not the model name in Portugal... It´s Kauai here. I´ll let you google why ;)

[@cindysue5474]

lols.

[@carbuyer]

Ha! We've known this for a little while. Shhhh.

[@cindysue5474]

@@carbuyer I just don't understand why they sell the Kona N fully loaded but the US model is stripped down.Why a Krell sound system but the US and many other country's get Hardon system. Some get a spare where others get a stupid plug kit for a flat tire.

[@oceanstar1982]

Imagine driving Cona from abroad to Portugal,😁

[@anthonystevens8683]

A terrific review Nicola, you clearly enjoyed the car. Oh and that 'N' button for "Nicola" made me chuckle nearly as much as you when you pressed the red button. An SUV that answers back has me tempted. Nice one!

[@matteoclaeskens]

Nicola and Carbuyer are secretly becoming my favourite host and car channel #sorryMat

[@carbuyer]

YES!

[@Roun801]

Ganda Kona …. 😂 quem é tuga bem percebe . Este é o automóvel que eu não compraria no meu país

[@bernardopereira3804]

Eu tenho um 😂 mas eles alteraram para Kauai, espertos.

[@smusyk2859]

If a car can make you smile & laugh like that, I always say just buy it.

[@lehoff]

Now they just need to be AWD and it would be amazing!

[@b.b3642]

Absolutely unnecessary. It will just add weight and reduse the fun to drive factor. Owning one since 3 months already. It is amazing car.

[@lehoff]

@@b.b3642 I had a i30n for a bit and loved it. But I still feel it could do with AWD. I test drove the Yaris GR and it's a world apart, their N range could be market leading if they added that option. As such I got rid of my i30n and waiting for the GR. Again this is just an opinion. 25 years ago I'd have been on your side, but also the cars would also all be significantly lighter.

[@b.b3642]

@@lehoff I understand what you are saying. I guess it is a matter of personal preference. So far I can't say that I am missing the AWD and absolutely enjoy the Kona N.

[@lehoff]

@@b.b3642 totally agree the engine is lovely. And I love the Kona in general albeit it's a little small for an SUV for me however you can't take away from that wonderful engine and I also think it looks amazing. And if you don't need a large SUV I think this is a real contender especially for the price. You get a lot for your money. I'm not surprised you love it it's a good car!

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. The Best Hot SUV

[@carbuyer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bojankis5999]

Whit every new video, you look more and more beautiful.

[@georgeasi9498]

Does anyone know why some models of the Kona N seem to have different rims? I much prefer the spec shown in this video but can’t seem to find why they differ?

[@Abcesar02]

Yes the other silver wheels are for North America it seems, what a bummer because I really wanted these black wheels. We are also missing HUD and cooled seats which I was looking forward to.

[@markc6714]

You were probably looking at the N-line which is completely different from from the N.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

It’s missing all wheel drive. I want Hyundai to make an AWD N model, maybe a Tucson N with 4WD and an 8DCT.

[@carbuyer]

Carbuyer's Car of the Year? With an N badge on the bootlid? Sign us up!

[@molosomari]

Those hideous rear 'headlights' are a deal breaker...

[@andthen2123]

They are aren’t they… maybe a smoked lense would be better..

[@drumflip1253]

Own one love it! Traded in my Veloster N for one.

[@carbuyer]

Nice!

[@jamesmccormack3229]

Love the look of the Kona N, can see you really seem to enjoy the car, it's a great versatile family (ish) styled car, although when test driving I thought the interior well more the dash and centre console seemed a little cheap and dull, for the nature and style of the outside. I don't think the ground clearance is really suv clearance anymore on these small crossover style hot hatches. Handles well though and sounds so good wen u floor it.

[@stevencampbell1150]

I don't see the point in performance SUVs as they're a high riding car that has been lowered negating some of the ride height that one expects with such a vehicle and then doesn't handle as well as the hot hatch upon which they're based.

[@M67v]

Might as well just get a real hot hatch.

[@theimposter3984]

Great job Nicola. It's a pleasure watching you present.

[@bigtimepimpin666]

The styling is really attractive. But it is not really an SUV. It is a cool looking station wagon, i think the industry calls it a "cross over." The fuel efficiency is not very good. It is the worse of both worlds. Not the fun of a jeep or SUV, absolutely NOT OFF ROAD capability, but fuel efficiency also not very good... it's a g-d damn station wagon.

[@stevegorman2898]

Defo a future classic. Love the Grin button 😊

[@carloscervantes836]

My NA Kona N has a heated rear window but no heated side mirrors, facepalm. Missing heated and cooled front seat, heated back seat, no dimming rear view mirror, no hud, no forged wheels, no moonroof, no power side mirrors, no smart Cruz, this car’s performance isn’t good enough to make up for all the missing features in 2022. BTW 5.5/6.4 is not quick IMO, many sport front wheel drive cars can do that or better, nothing special. NGS is a gimmick, whatever you felt was due to the gear drop….

[@Mexxx65]

I ordered the Premium version of the Hyundai Kona N with the standard sunroof.

[@samrannngam7300]

I did not see the one that have a sunroof in

[@SuperWolffie]

Hai my name is Lewis (you know F1 bla bla)......i want my F1 Mercedes with a manual because it is Permormance !!!!! Sorry Hamilton , all racing cars TODAY are without manual. Biritish Touringcars, WRC and Formula1........read and learn cartesters and stop whining about THAT...LOL

[@barrysmith7291]

There is no way you will get 33 mpg I have the Tucson t-gdi n line which is the 1.6 and that’s only 180 bhp and only manages around 28 mpg my vw arteon 280bhp is better than Hyundai with a 100 bhp more it manages 35mpg

[@waynelogan8164]

Just bought a grey one.hope it is not to expensive to run

[@kung-fuhustle5755]

What a pisser, No manual gear box. Definitely would have had fun with this one on the circuit.

[@leepingfrog]

She never used n mode, when she hit the ngs button she was in normal mode white dials at 30-40mph, I like the car but thats not a review it's a lovely lady driving slow

[@MattOn1010]

Mmmh...not sure about this one. The power seem good and sounds of the engine is nice. Personally I want an SUV for the elevated seating position, practicality and being frugal would be good. Not looking for performance in an SUV but with adequate power and generally a good drive all round. The boot space is atrocious on this car being a compact one. The car that I would like to buy soon would be the new Kia Sportage AWD hybrid. The interior and exterior are really nice, decent power, frugal and has a 580L boot space. Granted the Sportage I mentioned cost £40k and is a little bigger, but it's in my opinion so much better all around apart from performance.

[@henrikkoukku2896]

(NGS) button is... MAXIMUM POWER!.💪🏻😎😉 👍🏼😁😎 Thanks this video, Nicola. Keep up the this good work, job!.😍

[@prussell7377]

Not sure about KIA, I’ve heard after sales horror stories, as in dealers not getting warranty work sorted very quickly or ignoring customers 😮

[@Mogsy28uk]

entertaining & informative as always.....👍

[@carbuyer]

Thanks Iain!

[@NotLikeUss]

Kona N is my favorite Car and I own 5.

[@benpenagonzales6014]

New to Nicolas vids. Vs the taycan review more technical insights. Great job, keep em coming. Love those wheels! But the info tabs all the same colour??

[@theme6590]

Visually interesting car + fav reviewer = thumbs up before even watching👍🏽 Ps...Nicola, elevate your rating from 9.9 to 10 by starting to include a rear window wind down test please😊

[@nicolahume]

Ah that’s such a good idea! Yep. Noted👏🏼

[@theme6590]

@@nicolahume Undate: Review as expected...😂😊🌟👏🏽👍🏽

[@topcat4265]

@@nicolahume do you read all your comments? It's kinda cool that you do. If your here looking for areas you can improve. Please don't change. If your being you in your reviews, just keep being you. Refreshing, funny, inoffensive & well informed. Love the content.

[@nicolahume]

@@topcat4265 ah just seen this. I try to check every now and again (sometimes I have to hold my tongue haha). Thankyou so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@andrejkumer4607]

She is lovely.......and Kona also😁😁

[@AzzamLah]

N Grin Shift more like the shift to make Nicola grin 😏😏😏 Nicola Grin Shift, geddit??? 🤣🤣🤣

[@JMB1891]

What exactly is the point of comparing this to other cars that are much bigger and complaining about practicality?

[@nosas66]

Pointless.

[@yuriiratushnyi7042]

I'll watch it in 5 years when I can afford a used one

[@carbuyer]

Good plan. We'll be here!

[@markc6714]

What a cutie..... Pity about that accent

[@andrewkennan8812]

That’s disappointing no manual gearbox such a good looking car, shame

[@pppcorn]

the replacement transmission sucks

[@frankie6849]

Great description if it was a teenager would answer back I understand the car now lol

[@jackpclem]

Apart from the car which is brilliant, you will be a great commentator.

[@hoagy_ytfc]

Looks interesting. Sounds like it’s pumping engine sounds through the speakers?

[@kubek555]

I wouldn't call it SUV, this is more crossover like

[@kennethjohnston3587]

Not 6 second try 5.2

[@xdaeq2]

I'm not an SUV person but I really really really like this car

[@sammygirlie345]

I have the 64kwh kona ev bloody rapid love it

[@carbuyer]

Great car!

[@laxlax9960]

Yeah we have one aswell. Nothing can come close.

[@kevinanderson5658]

N means nürburgring where its development based

[@MikeyBee1]

That review took a while to make it to air? Didn't you film it in November? It's a bouncy little beggar isn't it! :P

[@carbuyer]

Our production process is slick, but we've got an awful lot going on in the background! Still, better now than never?

[@mikemayers9353]

Is it really a damn suv?

[@cindysue5474]

No its a CUV.

[@jsph3209]

They should have just called it 'KONAN'

[@flametrace7627]

It's not SUV. It's Crossover or hatchback.

[@mikemayers9353]

I would not have released the konaN without 4x4

[@M67v]

Honestly

[@jameshblack]

Did not know you were in charge of releasing the cars

[@nedee]

@@jameshblack 😂

[@naferemix]

I wonder if my car would look that good in a forest

[@henrikkoukku2896]

Hp (Horse power) vs Bhp (Brake horse power)?. 🤔

[@stuartcraigon2003]

That ride looks fucking terrible!

[@whitemoor66]

In sure this is a good car, it certainly sounds great, but is the ride as bad as it looks on film!? Seems to be bouncing and hopping constantly.

[@carbuyer]

It's a little bouncy, true, but it's never harsh or uncomfortable.

[@alanswainson2683]

@@carbuyer have to disagree , the tyres make the ride awful ,when cold they don’t turn they just slide .

[@abumatuq8500]

The lady has such a lovely personality 😇

[@mickcundall4036]

No thanks. That's one ugly car

[@SvenTheSveed]

I got rinsed by one of these way back in September, sounds amazing in person.

[@laxlax9960]

Hahaha. I bet you are a dealership guy

[@brandonpollard8928]

Did I miss the horsepower and torque

[@random13627]

would be car of the year if it was awd!

[@ReneDelfgou]

My wife asked why I was laughing? Then I showed the video. 😂

[@mattb8734]

Love all the n hyundi cars

[@EdgarRenje]

Well, there is a full electric version of the Kona, not N, but a Kona.

[@carbuyer]

That's true!

[@alanswainson2683]

Nothing mentioned about the £1350 car tax when new !

[@carbuyer]

First year tax is included in the on-the-road price, so it's not particularly relevant.

[@richardjohnson8544]

lost me with the boot space

[@M67v]

1:42 Did she just say “Carwow”?😂😂

[@carbuyer]

Most definitely not!

[@M67v]

@@carbuyer lol

[@uniteentierly2773]

I love it.

[@Grandinfotainment]

😍❤

[@papitoricokim8475]

Real Nice

[@Br1anuk]

Hope those trainers never got muddy.

[@carbuyer]

Nothing a sponge and some Cif can't sort!

[@musavirk4354]

I hope that KIA and Hyundai are doing even better in UK and Europe because I heard in North America engines and transmissions fail. Sometimes they recall cars over fire hazards over in America.

[@topcat4265]

That suspension looked so stiff.

[@alanswainson2683]

It is and it’s spoiled by the awful Pirelli tyres !

[@topcat4265]

@@alanswainson2683 tyres are an easy fix.

[@alanswainson2683]

@@topcat4265 yes but expensive especially as the ones on there are nearly £200 a corner and will be similar price to replace .

[@cwuzii]

Won’t stop it being worth about £20 in 10 years…

[@wolvoman1]

''With no manual gearbox'' Isn't that a positive followed by a negative ?

[@n.b.2385]

Nobody needs these things anymore.

[@drink4711]

Great review as always! As for the exterior design of the Hyundai Kona N... I'm sorry, but what a hot mess. A dealbraker for me.

[@muckspreader1able]

Stick to a boring golf then lol

[@drink4711]

@@muckspreader1able No thanks, Muck.