EVERYTHING'S BETTER! 2024 Hyundai Kona N Line Review

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@georgedoolittle7574]

Stealth technology! Polarizing is what is understated especially given what is outgoing.

[@dark6c159]

I got a 2018 in December. It has less than 7k miles on it and has been back twice for dropping to limp mode from a knock sensor code. That's once before they changed the sensor and once after. The car can't handle rpm load when passing or merging onto the highway. Both times the car dropped to 40mph almost immediately, almost causing pileups. DO NOT BUY A THETA II EQUIPED HYUNDAI OR KIA.

[@savethisforlater]

Robo&Cop The YuJak Horsemen Edition

[@xXYellie12Xx]

A polarising design for sure but I absolutely love it. Finally a car company actually doing something ambitious with their designs.

[@BoopSnoot]

This N-trim doesn't make a lot of sense though, as the Limited has WAY more features for almost the same price.

[@devizesolstice4617]

It makes a ton of sense. The N line Is there racing model. It's to look sporty and feel sporty. What irritates me about it, though? Is that it could use more power and a faster 0-60, for what it's supposed to be.

[@xXYellie12Xx]

@@devizesolstice4617 yeah wish they had done an actual N model, not just an N line

[@xXYellie12Xx]

@@devizesolstice4617 what they should have is a ‘N’ model like they did with a previous model, not just as N line.

[@maximeparent3004]

The design may not be for everyone (including me), but Hyundai doesn't fail at shaking the whole automotive industry with their bold and striking design.

[@FunkatronicDingus]

Yeah, a different design every generation because they can't settle on a cohesive design language.

[@user-dibribhsvj36d]

Dont worry they will change out again in 4 yrs. They have zero heritage. They keep changing their design and trying to hide their H emblem.

[@stuntmonkey00]

Hyundai's war on logical and aesthetic front bumper/headlamps and trunkline/rear-indicators continues.

[@razorraysolarsavings70]

lol definitely not for me either.

[@dark6c159]

KIA boi specia;l

[@David6000-0]

Looks a car the Lorax would drive

[@originallyik]

Best description I've heard for this car lmao

[@cabral.peterpearce1575]

?????😭😭😭😭😭Hilarious

[@likethewords]

Legit!

[@JiPappaJi]

Why is this so apt and making so much sense?

[@OddGamerCA]

He’d drive the electric version

[@sdspecto]

The HUD on the Hyundai. Santa Fe is nice IMO. It’s super helpful for cars with automatic radar cruise control/lane keeping - so you don’t have to look down to know if your car is on full auto or if it doesn’t recognize the lane borders.

[@ProjectM97]

Went to Portugal a few weeks ago and saw a bunch of Honda HR-Vs but they were not the HRV-s we know in North America. They were good looking early 2000s off roaders. It turns out Honda has been using that name for a long time in other countries.

[@sirseriously]

I love the hud in my '20 Kona. Once you set up the height it works pretty flawlessly.

[@stevelouie5928]

Looks like it should be lowered. Looks okay but I like the previous style better. Also, I would rather get a Mini Cooper for the money.

[@H.K_R]

Hyundai are really on a roll with their designs!

[@jbm0866]

Robocop is the perfect analogy. Hyundai's latest cars look like what 80's Hollywood effects/set teams would come up with trying to make futuristic cars for the year 2000 or something. (They were only about 20 years off so not bad!😂) Not sure these will age well, but it's kinda cool in 2024.

[@opplants8302]

The Aztec is back from the grave! Cant wait to see this in the Breaking Bad reboot 4 years from now.

[@tomdolgin5441]

Looks like this should be the new Pontiac Aztek!!

[@XhectorX1417]

I can't justify " extreme contact sport tires " for a 190hp car

[@psewgobind]

Could be a nice upgrade from my 2021 Kona Luxury (which also has a regular torque converter automatic). However, the new N-Line would have to have more premium upgrades to compete with the old Luxury version... Since Albert Bierman is no longer in the driving seat, I wonder if future N's will have the same level of magic.

[@kennethstark9349]

Yuri mentioned heads up display. Extra points! Tho this model and trim does not offer said feature

[@ranthony2714]

Overall looks good, less the light strip in the front.

[@VinoDeRio]

I'm in Canada Ontario and I just got a 2023 Elantra N line ultimate in july and I love it! The new Kona robocop look is very cool but we'll see how hyundai does the refreshes in the next 5 yrs when I'm in the market for a new car again.

[@alvinsimba734]

5 years man and with prices in Ontario you are better off long term which is why Toyota is always my pick any day. I agree for a brand like Hyundai and others 5 Year ownership is a good timeline.

[@carloscervantes836]

As a Kona N owner, I also find this good looking but prefer the smaller and more aggresive design of the old N design.

[@abmtz8537]

I can’t keep up with Hyundai and kia’s line up. It feels like they come up with a new cross over every month.

[@DeadheadInABed]

Ngl I googled "spoiler sex" and it did not disappoint.

[@davidcohen2762]

The good news is you can fix that exhaust sound with a $500 midpipe that bolts on and off np.

[@dbeckMSP]

is this a preview of new Hyundai/kia interior design? so nice to see the dual use climate/radio screen is gone

[@MJT-DA]

Cant wait for you guys to review the new Santa Fe. I think it may he the first car I buy new not used.

[@hanswurst6742]

it does look like robocop. man this as a sports would look tight

[@jazzfan7491]

Looks pretty good. I'm interested in the electric one and would like to hear about the sound system. Everyone says the sound system in the Ioniq 5 is mediocre at best.

[@Saytheodd]

Go to Settings/ vehicle / cluster and then select show RPM

[@RD-vb9cr]

Been a while since your intro made me 🥰🥰🥰🥂

[@richardnavratil9661]

15:47 I think Nolan from Donut actually had a video on this, that dull colors usually go together with times of economic downturns...

[@allenncrystalking8517]

If I was to get any Hyundai it would have to be a N not a N line. Really still want a manual Voloster N

[@joaopinho2361]

Cheers, Yuri’s uncle! But why weren’t you subscribed already? 😂

[@nonoswervo]

See it isn’t fair that Hyundai skimped out on a lot of features for the US N-Line model, like the full LED head/tail lights and cooled seats

[@mrd5024]

Every year, cars look more and more like something for your kitchen

[@ethenjordan2010]

Not a huge fan of the front, the back is okay still. We want the true N!

[@chengalex6844]

More space, more asthetic and looks way modern then old Kona as well❤ more $ for that👍

[@quinnthompson]

As Toyota & Honda back track on the over styling, it looks like Hyndai is embracing it. Reminds me of Japanese cars from 8 years ago & it makes the vehicle look older than it is, before it's even on the road.

[@freddybell8328]

This car would look sick with a bright orange and dark grey wheels.

[@Adam-xs4eo]

The front end bugs me

[@keitjongting3609]

Is Jakub the "apparently"- kid that got interviewed decades ago?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Apparently

[@ryanm.3681]

Jacob, if you wanna be cool, say "low key" instead of "not gonna lie" and then make your point

[@blacksky2112]

Does it have the 360 camera and the blind spot monitoring by camera on cockpit? In USA is only available on LIMITED Trim

[@miljan86]

Spoiler sex? I barely knew her! Also, I've been digging near and far for the details of the new Kona N, it might be dead!

[@morstyrannis1951]

Jakob’s hair sure grows fast. It was much shorter yesterday…😉

[@TheStraightPipes]

Wait till you hear our Keeps sponsor plug

[@SODTAOE]

PLEASE review a Kia Forte GT

[@jd_99]

It hasn't so much been tapped by the ugly stick as hammered by an thousand-strong janggu ensemble

[@Roddy451]

A long while ago I referred to the Ioniq 5 as "Origami Styling". IMHO, it applies here. It's a Hyundai thing...

[@slvrcross]

Wait how did you manage to get the N Line in Mirage Green?!

[@zcat1006]

I'm getting some Aztec vibes.

[@diydrivenGA]

Nope the brand still sucks and their engines are suspect. I'd rather buy an EV from them than a ICE. Also this thing would get gapped by the new Prius. Prius gets 37-42mpg, the Kia 18-22mpg Hardest of passes.

[@user-xw4vg1vy5e]

Where do you get 18-22mpg?

[@PhillyDee215]

Is this Kia made to be reliable?

[@connorelliott7881]

their whole business model is to save every cent wherever possible, so no

[@PhillyDee215]

@@connorelliott7881 .....🤣

[@brokeboy87]

Very few affordable vehicles are reliable. Nissan and Chevy aren't much better. I would imagine getting 150-200k miles out of it.

[@PhillyDee215]

@@brokeboy87 200k is pushing it for any Kia

[@pruett89]

Wait is this different than the actual Kona N that competes with the GTI and WRX and hot hatches?

[@Timmymtd]

Yes the n line is not as fast. The N is the true performance line

[@vtecondeck3065]

What?? Ehy take this over the gr corolla? The ride height?

[@joshua.2865]

Baby Tucson

[@123lfghhhhs6]

Will huyndai make N version of the this new Kona???

[@mikeymikerules]

Tbh I'd still prefer it if we just got the Elantra hatch

[@Grimesitty]

Elantra N hatch would be dope !

[@connorelliott7881]

wonder how many kids hyundai needed to produce this one

[@Dreadpirateflappy]

Same amount it took to produce your phone...

[@connorelliott7881]

@@Dreadpirateflappy touche

[@Exbiffteen]

Does the lightning not count for double robocop?

[@duebinalemon]

Those truck wheel arches ruin it for me

[@vishakhks915]

Pontiac Aztec vibes??

[@robertkirkpatrick6741]

I’m literally sitting on the toilet 😂

[@aliali-ce3yf]

word to big bird, this is krunk!!

[@disfrutalavida123]

Me watching this from the bathroom 👁️👄👁️

[@frankjasutis6669]

I just leased this exact car..u didnt tell me anything I didnt know..wtff?

[@RealInternetStalker]

Spoiler alert....I googled that..!

[@jackbauer4607]

and I thought the last Kona was ugly, daaamn

[@ericthompson4820]

Except the gas mileage and price.

[@nikolacvetanovic68]

6th gen Elantra was beautiful car but Hyundai redesigned it to be ugly. 1st gen Creta was just fina, some would say cute, but 2nd gen is a huge downgrade when comes to design of exterior. Same story is with Kona.

[@3rdGUMObro]

It's not a Robocop. It's the N line...

[@robertogarciajr.8618]

.. the new '24 kona waaaayy diffrent & bigger Smh.. it looks ehhhhh not for my liking Lol.. im hoping i can find a really good deal on a '23 Kona sel plus ;) i dont want to drive a Sedan anymore😂 need a nice small suv i can drive n park anywhere. Lol

[@ShoOterEhce11]

reminds me of robocop

[@JuanGarcia-fv9ph]

I actually frigging LOVE this front end. Its so refreshing to see something cool in a boring shape if they arent gonna give us sports cars

[@fffwe3876]

Hyundai is Hyundai. after 5 year ZERO resale value.

[@Grimesitty]

@@fffwe3876not with how the used car market is today, used cars are only going to get more expensive along with everything else

[@aoh4905]

@@fffwe3876 ur the type to whine and cry about everything. If you ever wonder why independent women don't like you this is probably the reason why.

[@devizesolstice4617]

Absolutely!

[@jawndice933]

Some people keep their car for more than 5 years... ​@@fffwe3876

[@Unchainedmaple888]

Okay, this Kona definitely needs a full N version

[@maximeparent3004]

But all-wheel-drive this time. Would be amazing in winter.

[@cloudyview]

With AWD this time

[@ApexClubRacer]

Not happenin’

[@Boosted00]

There is a full Kona N but no AWD. Not sure they have a full N in the new 2024 models. I really like what Hyundai is doing with their N cars, specially the Elantra .

[@moe7246]

Kona N is discontinued for 2024

[@beganny]

Woo that thing is ugly!

[@rkshn]

im probably in the minority here but i despise the whole lightbar trend. this shit will age poorly

[@thegirthquake8574]

Damn, they removed all the personality from the front and rear of the design

[@whatthe6532]

Yep it’s a mess compared to previous model.

[@somerandomfella]

They've pulled off the front & rear lightbar really well. I'd delete the spoiler though..

[@danmayberry1185]

Pontiac Aztec made from shampoo bottles.

[@blandgreen4135]

Lmao from the side I was thinking Aztek too

[@Maxxlenoxx]

I bought the 2023 Kona N Line Ultimate few weeks ago! absolutely love it, fun to drive, decent fuel consumption, nice look! I'm glad I picked the 2023 as I don't really dig the new style. But kudos to Hyundai for trying different styles and shaking the auto industry!

[@robertogarciajr.8618]

.. im leaning towards '23 Kona sel plus ;) white or silver exterior w/ Blk interior & jus hope i can get a good deal too.. im not a big fan of the new design either.. did u pay msrp or any mark up?

[@Maxxlenoxx]

@@robertogarciajr.8618 I paid MSRP but they "forced" lots of additional fees I couldn't opted out which was borderline legit in my opinion (admin fees, wheel locks, winter floor mats, leather protection and many more... even 75$ to fuel the tank). The manager said they are selling new cars with forced packages to compensate for low stock. I wish you good luck finding your '23 Kona SEL plus :)

[@saligaurav]

Does it come with an option for heads up display?thanks

[@Maxxlenoxx]

@@saligaurav Yes with the Ultimate trim!

[@andrewbarnett3532]

Pontiac Aztec is that you?

[@MickeyGeezz]

Overall looks good, but the plastic mess of the grill area with 8 different designs needs fixed. Hopefully the N resolves that

[@rohiteshsingh3419]

I’m currently watching on the toilet

[@TheStraightPipes]

How was the toilet

[@CM-le4yh]

I agree with Jakub this car looks better than the previous gen, but certainly not a good looking car especially that front end.

[@joeanunez]

What’s your opinion on how it compares to the Mazda CX-30? Performance, fun to drive, materials etc.

[@diydrivenGA]

Get the CX30 NA....it provides the same power and torque, you can get it for a steal, has a better interior and will be way more reliable.

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

This was a great direction for the Kona- inside and out. Although the specs are very similar now between the Kona and Seltos, the Kona is still less roomy than the Seltos. In addition to that, the Seltos has much more cargo area. All things considered, it still makes more sense to go for the KIA Seltos over the Hyundai Kona.

[@PotatosPotatoes]

This car looks like a 1990 Celica got raised up and turned into a turd.

[@Grimesitty]

I bought a 23 Kona N (not n-line) after watching your videos. These things absolutely rip and I would have considered getting a newer 24 KN in this style but they dropped the N. hopefully a two year run of that model means that the Kn retains its value over time a bit better 😁

[@Atomb]

Great car. Have fun.

[@Boujizz]

If you haven't already, swap your tires and you'll be the happiest ever. My OEM P7's lasted me legit 21k km before they were all bald and I had done 3 rotations at that time to ensure equal wear. Get DWS 06+'s and never look back, best tires ever. (even works in winter) I'm going to tune mine to N75 stage 2, these internals are quite robust so all you need are spark plugs and a performance filter (K&N sells a drop in for our vehicle) Have fun fellow KN owner.

[@therealcdnuser]

Not cancelled just delayed. Rumour is it will be for 2025 and be fully electric.

[@Kyumilli]

​@@therealcdnuserthat's disappointing to hear lol

[@therealcdnuser]

@@Kyumilli if it has half the power of the upcoming Ioniq 5 N, it would still be a little rocket.

[@VroomNDoom2602]

Sad to see only the ever-weakening 1.6 Turbo in this enlarged car. I swear that engine loses 2 HP every year. It used to be 201.

[@slighwentwalking2024]

That was Michah's Florida cousin 🤣 ...the wing is screaming..."break me off" I liked the 1st gen Kona... This one looks more like a Genesis🤨

[@taemeister9302]

I test drove this yesterday. It's very nice inside. I love the way the flat panels on the dash looks as well as the wide flatscreen. Also love how dash does it's animation think when you go into turbo mode. Sure the power isn't like the 2023 Kona N, but i'm not looking into the Kona for power. It's plenty powerful enough to get me by. I just need a comfortable, reliable SUV and this car seems to deliver.

[@stevemartegani]

What about the rear Kona N??? Where is the new one???

[@ZeGermanHam]

The overall shape of the rear end and the taillights that are separate from the horizontal light bar don't sit well with me. It has a bold design, but I think it's far from good looking.

[@wandering_hams]

I also like the previous style better, but I love that they are trying new things! They made huge improvements past few years mechanically too

[@drake6143]

What a boring thing. Not the video the car, SUVs and crossovers are the minivans of the 2020s, they are absolutely the least interesting things that exist.

[@ofthenearfuture]

Hyundai has been on a streak of great designs recently, but woof this is quite ugly, those running lights...

[@gregorymena6297]

I like better the previous Kona, specially the N version.

[@Mexxx65]

I'm Robo I'm Cop :))))))

[@goracks69]

I think you need to look into a new prescription, Jakub. This Kona is worse looking than the decent looking last gen Kona. I’m with Yuri on this one.

[@Ahmad_Albassri]

So basically anyone doesn’t agree with you need prescriptions, hmm okay

[@user-xw4vg1vy5e]

I think this new rear looks better, but not the front.

[@ianwilson2968]

Hideous. Like they for forgot to stop designing. Sometimes less is more and more is just too much.

[@Hallowsaw]

What is the purpose of these tiny suvs.... you make cars small for efficiency but they are never efficient cause they throw large low profile wheels and tires on it and lift them. You can get a prius/civic, corolla, gti hatches that are just as practical and all get better mileage. Why not just make, idk hatchback or wagon versions of your midsize vehicles like the accord, camry, sonata ect and get better efficiency than their suv alternative?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Because people buy SUVs and companies like money. If consumers bought wagons and hatchbacks we’d have more of those instead, but they don’t

[@El_Naphtali]

@@TheStraightPipes It's a catch 22. I would have bought an AWD hatchback Elantra if they offered it. I got a 2019 Kona 1.6T w/AWD instead, because that's the only option that was close enough.

[@Hallowsaw]

@@TheStraightPipes if they dont offer it how are you supposed to buy it?

[@kimochi33]

Efficient hatchback wagon are still sold and more more popular in EU and the rest of the world. Americans like "big" tall inefficient vehicles. Trucks, SUVs, crossovers all I see in Canada now.

[@VivecAlmsivi]

I have a 2023 Kona N-Line and love it but I was also loving the way the 2024 version looked. If I could have the new exterior but old interior but with the revamped screent hat would have been ideal.

[@greenesthue1545]

They need more hp and torque in this if they want to call it the n-line.

[@Qugie]

my Jeep Compass has more HP and Torque.