The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Is A Practical Hot Hatch With German DNA

[@whatronplays]

I dumped my 2023 Acura Integra at a $2K loss to pick up the 2023 Kona N. Couldn't stand the CVT in the Integra, and there were many other annoyances in that vehicle. LOVE my Kona N. It will do precisely what you want it to do. You can redline in any gear, infotainment is great, and it looks great with tinted windows. Not sure why he said they only have three colors. I got the fourth color, Sonic Blue, which I think really sets it apart. It's not white...not silver...not grey...not blue, it's right in the middle. Nothing bad to say so far. I'm back to smiling every time I drive. Thank you, Hyundai!

[@OleMisss]

I think you made the right choice. Really starting to look into a Kona N for the wife. Bunch of them in Illinois for around $26k/16k miles. Great deal for what you get.

[@fibonacci5574]

@@OleMisssgot mine for 28 with 9.8k so that sounds about right

[@rebelliousgoat1557]

@@OleMisssjust got one for my wife for 26k with 15,000 miles! I love it! I have an STI so it was a perfect match for the wife!

[@Jumperman12mac]

The Kona N is what the Nissan Juke Nismo RS could've been.

[@Tinrs80]

how many years ago was that out? jus sayin

[@MrVuTran]

Even if Nissan offered the 1.8T would have been nice.

[@rstuff1605]

Meh , a juke is a juke. It'll juke you out. This Konami can actually hit 60 in 5.2 I was stoked it did

[@ajl6854]

Except you’d still have a Nissan.

[@dwadd7528]

DO NOT BUY A THETA II EQUIPED HYUNDAI OR KIA.

[@dlg5485]

I like how you centered the N on the brake caliper perfectly in the wheel opening for the intro. It's the little things, Redline. Well done!

[@kuyre2239]

hyundai car lose its value faster than FIAT.

[@matthewolson9704]

I noticed that almost immediately 😅

[@HoeplessAlexis]

@@kuyre2239 my 2013 Hyundai is selling for 4-6k more money than what I bought it at (and they come with wayyy higher mileage ) Even taking into consideration the crazy market for cars rn, that’s still pretty damn insane

[@fffwe3876]

@@HoeplessAlexis what model?

[@HoeplessAlexis]

@@fffwe3876 Elantra GT

[@oz88og40]

Kona N and Elantra N are my favorite models in the Hyundai performance lineup

[@wbwayne8887]

That's a good thing, since Hyundai just announced the Veloster N wouldn't be back for 2023.

[@newchannel1220]

veloster ?

[@ML-yn9yu]

@@newchannel1220 you know, the sports car that carried Hyundai since they killed off the Tiburon in O7. But since everything is leaning towards crossovers- sports cars are paying the price.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

Albert Biermann has done wonders to Hyundai and Kia in terms of the driving dynamics of their vehicles 👏👏

[@vaejoviscarolinanus]

I ❤my KN , I sold my VN and got almost what I paid for it ( early 22) and I still haven’t stopped smiling. It’s been a blast to drive around the city and really enjoy it when I get to go to the upstate area and carve out some mountain roads.

[@tim3172]

Wow! The N comes fully-equipped without 947 ridiculous trims and overpriced extras... take it or leave it. Nice.

[@fffwe3876]

hyundai JUNK catch fire/.

[@matthewolson9704]

Pick a color and roll with it 🤣

[@MJT-DA]

@@fffwe3876 found the poor guy

[@delinois2011]

Best review on KZbin. I love my Kona N, real under the radar land missile.

[@nsleeper3737]

I fly around everywhere and cops don’t even look at me! It blends in like a chameleon lol

[@jordancleal6380]

How’s it been treating you ? I’m a Toyota guy , but Toyota has been lacking in the fun sporty cars department . How’s the reliability ? Any issues ? Got some decent Miles on it ?

[@delinois2011]

@@jordancleal6380 so far so good. I just hit 7500 miles/6 months. No issues so far. I really like the car a lot. It's a great do all kind of car. I've done a cross country trip in it and averaged about 34 mpg. Around town I get about 28 when I stay out of boost. Recommend you go test drive one, you won't be disappointed.

[@jordancleal6380]

@@delinois2011 yeah right now it’s a toss up between the rav4 and this , leaning to a rav4 as I assume it’ll be better for the camping trips I love to do . But the kona looks like a blast , and I am sure it could handle a roof top tent if I wanted . It just lacks the AWD and doesn’t have as much cargo space as the rav4 .

[@jensurban5705]

Here in Germany, the Kona N has ACC (standard spec). 💪🏼 Every drive with it is a joy... we love it. 😍

[@michaele.7003]

Don’t forget sonic blue. That color is not advertised on Hyundais website but that’s the color of my 2022 Kona N

[@ObsessedAutoReviews]

Insane how much power a main-stream sub compact suv can have 😳😳

[@dnegel9546]

reminds me of the Dodge caliber srt-4 but that had more power 285hp/285tq in like 2008.

[@Jefferson-603]

@@dnegel9546 I had one. A 2008. Dodge offered an upgraded ecu from the factory pushed hp to 310. which i opted for lol. Bad ass!! It was a tin can lol and the clutch started slipping before 10000 miles. Now have a 2023 Kona N.

[@jessg.9368]

I’m a Toyota fan but damn this is what I want…

[@michaelwilburn1001]

I have a DCT Elantra N. I love the car. it doesn't get old. You're probably the first reviewer that I've heard praise the interior. it's almost as if you understand the price point of the car vs what you're getting 🤔. Love it. Thank you for this.

[@Specialist7]

I must say, pictures and videos don't give the Kona N justice. It looks better in person! Saw this a few days ago and test drove it while cross shopping with the Elantra N. While I ended up going with the EN, I was surprised with this vehicle. Sits higher than the EN and VN but it is a bit shorter than the EN so in comparison, size, and storage space, it is a larger sized VN. VN does still look better than the two IMO but you do get 4 doors, better infotainment (if thats your thing), the upgraded stock turbo, and the already blacked out front logo. This thing is fast! if you don't pay attention and press down on the gas you won't even notice you're already going 50-60MPH. You'll get a little bit more wheel spin and body roll when pushed than the EN and VN considering the size but you are sitting at a higher base. Price point, I think it could be better. You get more with the EN for slightly less (sun roof, dual climate control etc..) but you can see where it had to cut costs. Almost ended up with getting this if I couldn't find an EN available but I'm more of a sedan guy and I like sitting lower and back rather than higher up. Overall great review! It pretty much covered what I experienced!

[@RLTtizME]

Did you sell your SS?….(Saturn sedan)

[@CaliforniaKonaN]

Love your Kona N reviews. Helped me inform my purchase decision and been lovin the car ever since! Keep up the great work!

[@jordancleal6380]

How’s it been treating you ? I’m a Toyota guy , but Toyota has been lacking in the fun sporty cars department . How’s the reliability ? Any issues ? Got some decent Miles on it ?

[@CaliforniaKonaN]

@@jordancleal6380 It's been great so far! It's been my second daily (not my main one but the more fun one of course ha) so I can only give a 3k mile review and so far it's been a blast. Def was concerned about the reliability but the 10 year powertrain warranty is nice. No issues yet but the one issue i've seen common among other KN owners are the tires. Hope that helps!

[@martinelantraratedn]

Always driving my Elantra N in N mode. Its not that bad!!

[@peircentel]

refreshing to see a new car that's this fun to drive 👌👌

[@bonnieson4989]

Neat looking vehicle. Hyundai has been a styling phenom recently!

[@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall]

This is no where NEAR as attractive as their competitors. 😂😂😂 They had to make several changes to combat their ridiculous engine fire problems.

[@PhillioDoede]

Personally I think it would look a lot cleaner without the red accent trim.

[@Nudux]

It’s the Germans that they have working for them now.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

I think the Kona N should have an AWD option. But with AWD, it’s gonna use more gas, get worse gas mileage, it’ll cost more to build it so it’ll cost more, and it’ll cost more to repair cos there’ll be more things to break down. However, Hyundai is making an AWD N model the IONIQ 5 N. It’ll be all electric but the IONIQ 5 N will be the first Hyundai N model ever to have AWD (if Hyundai decides to launch the IONIQ 6 N before the IONIQ 5 N).

[@tonyb92681]

That seems like a great, fun car for the hills and Twisties of Glen Rock!

[@VijayPatil-ui1vx]

Great video! I always wonder though after watching so many of your videos - Is there a car whose door does not have a "soild sounding funk"? 😅

[@watchreport]

Thunk. But I’ve seen a few where he felt it wasn’t that good and felt cheap and lightweight.

[@luke2244]

You know it’s thunk, right?

[@DLPTonyATL]

Another great review! The wheel hop seemed to be much more pronounced in the FWD Elantra N. I'm guessing the E-LSD is actually working in this application?

[@briandusabe4406]

Hyundai Kia has been going crazy lately

[@cafn8ed74]

I like hatches. This is the first crossover SUV I've seen they really made me think "I could get into that." If I'm honest, though, I like it because it's more like a hatch than an SUV. Two things would make me want it more: 1) a manual transmission and 2) to never ever again have anyone tell me what "NGS" means.

[@davevolz6138]

No Got $$

[@FATmenDRIVEtrucks]

This is definitely just a lifted car like most "SUV" these days

[@gs98999]

This is a hatchback. We call it SUV in North America because people here think SUVs are cool and hatchbacks are not. Just like some people call SUVs trucks to make themselves feel better.

[@davevolz6138]

@@gs98999 Yep

[@janoycresnova9156]

Yeah it's basically a hatchback

[@ngrinshift4383]

Hyundai should put the 2.5L T-GDi and AWD in this thing. Since obviously it would cost more they can market it as the Genesis GV30 or something...

[@Mogsy28uk]

great review, in the UK there are 7 colour choices, so might expand in US/CAN soon. Looks very cool in Dark Knight Grey.

[@nmdesignco]

I have this in Sonic Blue which I believe is no longer available in the US. I wonder if 2023 will offer the more saturated Performance Blue or Cyber Gray?

[@clifhellner1493]

Test drove a sonic blue today. Didn’t realize it was no longer offered.

[@full.grain.]

It's not a hot hatch. not sure why it says that in the title

[@antoinelee-thomas9536]

That's what Hyundai's N Division wants to call it.

[@ericbrideau9642]

I own a black one. Just amazing car :). Nice review

[@RLTtizME]

So amazing that you sold it? Too much amazing is like that.

[@chuckashton9688]

This car looks like an absolute hoot to drive.

[@_-AJ-_]

Amazing car, instant classic. In a world where boring unengaging cars are becoming the norm, Hyundai is killing it.

[@henrikkoukku2896]

Acceleration 0-100km/h = (5.2) second, WOW!.💪🏻😎 NGS with boost?. 🤔

[@tonymj1973]

Looks great. I miss my Kona limited. Fun car

[@hunger993]

The Kona N has a mechanical diff! Its electronically controlled, not a fake brake diff.

[@TalismanPHX]

No all-wheel drive is a no buy

[@dlaz90]

I'd have bought this already if it wasn't a minimum of 40k everywhere. Smfh.

[@jagerking7020]

They are out there you have to contact the dealers and tell them you’ll be down to sign at msrp and no games

[@apexcobra.official]

Got mine in Florida for 35.6k with a roof rack included.

[@michaelfont7239]

​@@apexcobra.official where in Florida,I'm in the market for one.Can you please let me know.Thx

[@krane15]

It has a very attractive and tasteful engine cover. Definitely need more colors, with hues not available on the none N cars.

[@jimcachero]

I am seriously considering this

[@janoycresnova9156]

No AWD in this is absolutely baffling. It would have been much much better with it. Probably a sub 5 second 0-60.

[@jagerking7020]

It was purposely developed as fwd on the Nurburgring.

[@punemax]

If you get it octane learned you get an extra 4psi of boost.

[@durandalfeee1227]

If these were awd I’d get one in a heartbeat

[@thomasmiller9801]

How about the Harman Kardon sound system? Any good?

[@jamesd1420]

I hope they make an AWD for this

[@seanrobin6573]

“Absolutely Magnificent Review; Quite…. Informative and Entertaining

[@revilo9725]

Really toying with one of these for my next car. Think it's a beaut

[@TheBreakfastLover]

It just needs AWD and I would shortlist it for my next winter beater.

[@henrikkoukku2896]

And 350 hp with Twin Scroll Inline-5 turbo (V6) engine!.

[@ngrinshift4383]

​@@henrikkoukku2896 yea and a tron intercourse compressor right?

[@ngrinshift4383]

The Kona N is to an SUV, what an SUV is to a station wagon. Same thing but not really. In my humble opinion it's more of a large(r), if not lifted, performance hatchback. "CUV" maybe?

[@tenreyes]

Hyundai should add AWD and bump power to 300+ even with a price increase it would still sell out....

[@robertmcgee3616]

It’s technically already making over 300 to the crank, it’s been proven by many tuners that Hyundai under rated the power

[@henrikkoukku2896]

And...with 2.2-liter V6 Twin turbo engine!.

[@Chewygsxr]

Great review. I have to keep a eye out for one, so I can harass him in my 14 Fiesta ST, tuned of course. The Fiesta Flash 🤙🏼🍺🍺

[@elation8101]

2:50 They offer 6 different colors for Canada including the Performance Blue. Interesting.

[@1pt21gw]

Really wish it had a panoramic roof…

[@klasseact6663]

I am fairly certain that the Kona N Does in fact have adaptive cruise control

[@djscarletti]

Not in America.

[@ronforeman2556]

Cruise control, yes, but not adaptive. If you aren't prepared to apply the brakes when the vehicle ahead of you slows down, you aren't actually driving your car; your car is driving you.

[@klasseact6663]

@@ronforeman2556 I guess the non performance Kona has it

[@nmdesignco]

@@klasseact6663 I believe it's part of the Tech Package on "N-Line" and below.

[@peterhong526]

Adaptive cruise is available on the kona Ns in Korea, Europe, and Australia only...

[@MrCkntobias]

I got the Kona N Line and just added my own red trim at the bottom 😅 I think I may upgrade to this eventually.

[@clifhellner1493]

How do you like your N Line? Any issues with the DCT?

[@carloscervantes836]

Did you get AWD?

[@darrenpang1318]

2022 Ford focus RS & Toyota Corolla GR would be seeing more sales. Disappointed and disapprove all this mix breed so called "hot hatch". They even discontinued its real hot hatch, the Veloster. How stupid 🤣

[@Kiss__Kiss]

It definitely is a cute car lol. I would have LOVED to see AWD.. As that would have competed with the MB GLA 35 AMG.

[@davevolz6138]

Not quite

[@brianp9001]

My thoughts exactly…an AWD model opens the door to all kinds of off road mods and possibilities

[@TheKiing81]

Love this especially in white

[@Tbone2044]

They do make a kona N in blue.

[@robray7106]

Why in the world would they not offer the Kona N in performance blue. 🤔

[@canadianaviator]

Ikr

[@ronforeman2556]

The car is available in the USA in KONA-specific "Sonic Blue," which is much lighter than "Performance Blue." It's a great color for us here in Arizona, and I've been surprised at the color is the FIRST thing most people notice about the car.

[@trentcarlson1]

Isn't this a 2023 model? At least that's what on Hyundai's website as "coming this summer".

[@jaylefkowitz3408]

The Germans are at it, give them the Pieces they engineer by priority, I see this Versus a GTI, And while I would say today that I would buy the VW, But WILL look at the Kona

[@1209MArky]

I owned both. My GTI was a lease. Kona is waaaay more fun.

[@mtDNA_Refresh]

Same as Mark. Had a GTI and now this KN and this is way more fun

[@dsell37]

Love how the exhaust note doesn’t have any crackles/pops

[@ronforeman2556]

You are being facetious, right?

[@dsell37]

@@ronforeman2556 Nope. Haha

[@luke2244]

You should listen to one in person, then. Tons of crackles and pops.

[@jacobbio]

love the look of this car

[@snacking5908]

Next video up is the review for the Porsche Macan. They look the same from the thumbnail

[@DaveInCanada081]

No AWD? Ill take a Civic Si.

[@antoinelee-thomas9536]

Nothing wrong with that. The Civic Si is far bigger in its sport sedan than this car being super small in the subcompact SUV segment.

[@kadicocmf]

Awesome car but dealers are charging up over the MSRP. I saw many dealers offering this car starting $40 grand. Really disappointed! Too bad Hyundai!!

[@Therealamd1996]

Mine was 42K out the door with an upgraded warranty policy.... It tough but man its a fun car.

[@apexcobra.official]

Paid $35,600 for mine with a roof rack and ceramic coat last week.

[@janoycresnova9156]

I'd rather go with GTI for 10k less

[@apexcobra.official]

@@janoycresnova9156 GTIs aren't 10k less. Of you want one with the same features, such as DSG and leather, it's gonna cost you more. I like GTIs, but they simply aren't as fun or "cool" IMO.

[@ronforeman2556]

I bought a Sonic Blue Kona N on the last day of May 2022 for MSRP. I did NOT pay for any dealer add-ons (even though they already had been applied to the car), nor did I pay any "market adjustment" charge.

[@Blank00]

Isn't Hyundai already planning to redesign the Kona?

[@thebeddoctor4273]

Waiting for a Tucson N with 300hp

[@keytothegate68]

Sold in Europe for the last 10 years

[@klasseact6663]

They have a 4th color that is a lighter version of performance blue

[@delinois2011]

Sonic Blue, really nice color but I went with a Black one.

[@klasseact6663]

@@delinois2011 That sonic blue is crazy because it changes color depending on the light, kinda like the color of my car.

[@djscarletti]

They do not have sonic blue on the configurator anymore, only red, white and black.

[@delinois2011]

@@klasseact6663 yea I saw it in person, it's sharp.

[@delinois2011]

@@djscarletti oh, didn't know that. That's odd considering it hasn't been out that long.

[@okhera1]

Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!

[@goradhen]

Can't get past the looks. It's subjective but it looks like a toy. The Kona in general I believe will not age well visually. Wish it was more subtle. Reminds me of the type R or STI. Something a 18 years old would drive.

[@chynacash3138]

Yeah this definitely reminds me of the Fast & Furious days when all the teenage boys would put stickers, wings, and farty exhausts on their little tin can cars. At least this is legitimately quick, but still looks like a cheap toy to me like you said.

[@welbyroberto6581]

pedal shift ! that's mostly in premium cars only😊

[@miggz2020]

Would you take this over the Elantra N? Mark ups are horrible for both but I can save about 3K on the KN.

[@jagerking7020]

Yes. The Elantra is way too low and can’t even get in a driveway without ripping up the front bumper. Performance is the same between both cars. It’s also personal preference. The Elantra looks like it’s 90ft long

[@cyberspiral]

Where are you saving 3k

[@lpete531]

Love this car, great review 👍🏽 but the fuel mileage is a bit disappointing, overall it's a winner

[@nmdesignco]

My lifetime average after 1400 miles is 26.8 mpg (mostly city).

[@LeadfootLou]

The Kona is a subcompact SUV not a hatchback

[@krane15]

Oh? I though it was a CUV. See how that works?

[@Buck3366]

Odd that you can’t get the I20 or 30 N over there. Not that I’m sorry to say we don’t get the Elantra . That’s one overstyled ugly looking car ( in my opinion) compared to the very good looking UK I30N Fastback and Hatch.

[@kevinennis1631]

My 2021 Hyundai Kona was at Reliable Hyundai in Springfield Missouri for over 1 1/2 years. It only had 6500 miles on it and under full warranty. It had a transmission issue (s). The dealership experience was horrible. The excuse, week after week, month after month, was that the couldn’t get approval from Hyundai Customer Care. Only after getting an attorney involved, did they finally take the car back. During that time, they didn’t give me a loaner vehicle. I spent over $16,000 for 1 1/2 years of rental car expenses. I was expecting full reimbursement, but they only reimbursed $4000. What a scam! I finally went down the street and bought a Toyota Camry. I learned a lesson. I hope you avoid what I experienced.

[@davevolz6138]

Sorry to hear as i am considering trading TRD camry for kona N. I have to downsize for parking considerations. Hope i dont regret it.

[@rigoeats3654]

Hyundai has become what Nissan wanted to be.

[@Tinrs80]

2 years and been hearing wireless coming🙄

[@canadianaviator]

For a performance SUV, I still prefer the Urus! Tons of interior space with enough performance for some fun.

[@joegurt2957]

Bro that’s like comparing filet mignon to a hamburger

[@michaelfont7239]

​@@joegurt2957 exactly,is he nuts.🤣🤣

[@joegurt2957]

@@michaelfont7239 lol

[@mujjuman]

this is a cool car but the best version is the EV! just wish it had fast charging

[@GaryBoyd02]

Sounds hot! Oh the car too! LOL

[@ethenjordan2010]

Dropping the AWD is a disappointment

[@jagerking7020]

It was purposely developed as fwd.

[@ArthropodSpidey]

Does it have a Hyundai engine that's also going to explode?

[@henrikkoukku2896]

😯😲😳engine,...that really explodes. 🤔😁😅

[@krane15]

Yes, there's a stick of dynamite in one of the cylinders.

[@Retiredmco]

My friend you do great car reviews, but lousy math!!! 13 gallons times 5 ISN'T about $50 LoL 🤣😆🙃😜! Try $65 instead.

[@Rainbowrobb]

I mean, I guess his phrasing could have been better. But my brain immediately just went to buying 10gallons since we shouldn't be emptying our tanks all the time

[@Retiredmco]

@@Rainbowrobb $65 and $ 50 are to different Numbers. Pleaseeeeeeee don't make excuses! Are you related to him?? Lol 😂😆

[@Rainbowrobb]

@@Retiredmco No, but the very next thing he says, is that fuel efficiency isn't a main concern or priority for someone in that particular market. Go find a reason to be cranky somewhere else.

[@Retiredmco]

@@Rainbowrobb Go troll elsewhere 🙄! I didn't ask or request your opinion.

[@ronforeman2556]

@@Retiredmco two

[@superfreak401]

I guess the manufacturers don’t reimburse you for gas for these press cars?

[@AllyMcLesbian]

Is the engine one of the newer SmartStream models, or is it a souped-up version of the Theta II? The latter would be a deal killer, since the Theta II is such a tinder box POS. Otherwise great ride!

[@ronss1]

hyundai have engine problems in past..and the quality is not there

[@ronss1]

direct fuel injection...carbon build up

[@wleu049]

Fast car, but the ride is too hard/harsh and the interior material is really bad.

[@kjcl90]

Let that hairline go dawg

[@moondog3056]

Having the screen change depending on drive mode doesn't mean it's customizable.

[@ronforeman2556]

You customize settings on the OTHER screen.

[@GODiscomingsoonagain]

Type r the besst

[@antoinelee-thomas9536]

I can't wait until the new one is fully unveiled.

[@stevenkreiss2113]

Again Kia/Hyundai is on fire ....

[@Vision33r]

You could buy a 2020 BMW X2 M35i used for about the same price and it is not only faster, it is better all around inside and out.

[@getdestroyed1958]

Like it, but too plastic

[@ronss1]

short wheel base....boxy and small inside...no thanks

[@arelaththewhitewolf230]

For $35K, this car seems justified with the price and performance. I would never buy it because I only drive Mercedes AMG.. but this is surprisingly good with good weight and power.. I guess the German engineer really helped design this car.

[@amurika6336]

Its mutated

[@reqqwrq24]

Needs 4 wheel drive with front disconnect + 200HP then we're talking. Maybe Kona N Type R?

[@moribnd]

adaptive cruise control is awful and a waste of money.

[@krane15]

That depends on how well its implemented. To most, its a godsend.

[@arielmischa8136]

third