Another home run for Hyundai, with this and the Elantra N on top of the Veloster, Hyundai is going to be a top competitor in the United States markets for sure.
The Kona N looks great. I can't wait for them to show up in the US. I may wind up having to get one since many of my friends have the Veloster N, but I want more room than my Scion FRS currently has.
@@AsianPetrolhead there was a rumor when the veloster N pop out on sale that dealerships where asking up the MSRP price. Do you think this might happen with the Kona N?
Wow Charlie looks like you had a lot of fun!! The Hyundai Kona N looks like another winner for the brand. The Hyundai group is doing amazing things . I'm very impressed with their focus on bringing out compelling vehicles .
@@AsianPetrolhead That seems pretty weak to me...it can't handle another 10 horsepower for more than 20 seconds? I mean, 10hp is barely noticeable. It's probably easier to tell since you have to physically trigger it but if it just did it automatically (a couple GM models come to mind) I doubt anyone would even notice.
I took my very tall wife to try out what Hyundai had to offer. She loved both the Veloster (which has far more interior room than you'd expect) and the Kona. So getting a more powerful iteration of the Kona is a good thing, and puts it back on our shortlist for the new vehicle. North American highways need more from an engine, especially in the mountains where we live. You can use vehicles with lower displacement or less horsepower, but you'll be slow, and end up frustrated behind traffic, or the one who frustrates others. This Kona N keeps that from happening.
Nope. The new Kona N Line won’t have all this. Look up other reviews. I’m convinced it won’t be released in the US. I just found out I preordered some pos that isn’t half this.
Thanks for showing all the colors my favorite is the new sonic blue. It looks quite capable on the right surface of having a lot of fun. Great review and thanks for showing the extra functionality on the center console display.💯
Test drove the Kona N this afternoon. Getting the ultimate. It’s like driving a Sporty comfortable Santa Fe with better handling. As a dad with 2 kids it’s like the perfect cross between the veloster and the big boy suvs.
Finally 😃 I been waiting for you to do video on cona n I love your videos you always pushing cars to limit this how you drive this cars👍👍👍 this is my nex car soon is this car will arrive to us thank you !!!and thank you huynday !!!
i believe im in love with the all white with red emphasizing the sportiness. the spoiler looks menacing and the triangle rain light matches the style. first mod would be wheels and tires, and straight pipe maybe even sway bars if its needed
I have a Veloster N... don’t straight pipe these things they are totally loud enough in N mode and being able to shut them up is super nice. Also wheels and tires kinda *ruin* (but not really) the car. I put Michelin pilot sport 4s tires on mine and they really don’t have the same feel as the pirellis. Cheers!
@@zumezoom9593 I’d feel better with my warrantied parts! You can beat it every day and not have to worry - that’s the appeal of these things at least to me.
@@jaxrages8678 for 1, it's got 2 doors in the back...if you have kids, you know that's invaluable. It's a subcompact crossover suv officially...so yes it is an suv, a small one.
I purchased my Sonic Blue Kona N for MSRP from Earnhardt Hyundai in North Scottsdale, AZ, at the end of May 2022. It now has 2112 miles on the odometer, most of which were accumulated on freeways over long distances and substantial changes in elevation. Confession being good for the soul, I must plead guilty to committing the ultimate N Sin: I've been driving the car in "Normal" mode almost exclusively since I bought it, and have only experimented with N mode a time or two. With the Kona N, "Normal" is anything but Granny Mode: The car is just so damn nifty-quick, the handling is confidence-inspiring, and the suspension feels just right. It's immensely satisfying to drive as-is, but it's also reassuring to know it is capable of delivering so much more ... under controlled conditions on the track.
Well, it's a brand new car, you just gotta give it sometime. And after an oil change, you can do all the N mode you want. Thanks ronforemna for giving us update.
Seeing him have so much fun with the Kona N makes me wish I can enjoy it myself too XD If I didn't purchase a new Hyundai in 2017, I probably would have considered this or the new Tucson. I really want that Tucson.
That's the real trick that they've achieved Charlie total fun factor, and I think the rain hates you 😛 but it's good that it was raining as it shows much stronger just how capable the car is even in the wet!
Hey cool video! I switched from the Kona 1.6 liter to the Kona N 2.0 liter about 1 month ago and can only confirm that there is a huge difference. The car is noticeably better on the road, has noticeably more power and looks sportier inside and out. The comfort seats are also more comfortable, hold you better and are not only heated but also ventilated. In addition, the armrests on the doors are padded and not just made of hard plastic. My recommendation, if Kona then the Kona N or if you want to drive slowly and economically the very small 3 cylinder Kona. The 1.6 liter is not a good idea. It consumes a lot of petrol, but spoils the fun of driving because of the small brakes and poor chassis. I wish you a good trip!
Looks like a fun little car and a great track layout with plenty of undulations. Makes you wonder how they found what looks to be the flattest piece of land in Korea to build the F1 circuit on back in the day.. Looking forward to seeing this when it lands in Australia!
I love my veloster turbo ultimate, but I’m really considering trading into one of these thanks to your review. Awesome job! Thanks for reviewing this one :)
Better make sure its the kona n not the kona n line they got me i was thinkn hole time it was one from video but with a 500 doller chip and blow off valve i got same horse power.
Great review Charlie!! I could tell you were really having fun.. I agree with many others here, Hyundai will sell plenty of them especially if they're priced right..
Great review! I don't have the Kona N but I do have the 2022 Kona Preferred and I really like it! Handles well and sometimes I catch myself driving too fast on the highway because it's so smooth!
I have the Kona 2021 and my wife has the 2022 both have get up and gone speed. Very spacious and superior handling 😁 I have heated seats, and she doesn’t. She has remote start and I don’t. Overall review is 8 1/2 out of 10
Yes, a bit more power would be welcomed for this Hyundai Kona N. And here's first drive on the Hyundai Elantra N. th-cam.com/video/FDGFNvQSs4c/w-d-xo.html
You're a great presenter and this is an awesome channel. As a suggestion, please don't switch angles when you're on a ride-along with a pro driver. If you want to show your reactions, do it Japanese game show style with your footage minimized picture-in-picture style in the upper right frame. I'm certain you must have the full pro driver session recorded. Please make the footage available to us in a separate upload! Keep up the great work and coverage!
I struggle with the Sonic Blue. It looks White. I need to see the Sonic Blue next to the Lunar White in order to make up my mind! Great review as always!
Thanks for the review. I have a 2018 1.6T AWD Kona and really like it. It’s hard to explain but it feels like whoever designed it was a car enthusiast. No mechanical issues or rattles yet also. The N Kona doesn’t come with AWD but I feel that I don’t need the AWD function since I rarely drive in snow here in Northern California. When the N Kona comes to my local Hyundai dealer I will check it out. It has about 100 more horse power than my Kona and my Kona is already pretty perky.
Ty for another gr8 commentary, video and in-depth content and yes I would sell my 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line and buy 2 (red & sonic blue) Kona N and love the stylish design and track ready performance and kick ass exhaust notes and I truly hope they offer it in the full EV mondels to come.
Love your review. Can you turn off the popping from the exhaust, but still keep the performance? I think the popping would become very annoying. I’d prefer to have the performance without announcing every time I let off the accelerator.
I didn't notice it until you told me. I guess it's just a habit for me. You can use it with which ever finger you like. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N review.
I really hope these N cars make a ton of money for Hyundai so they continue to invest in sporty cars
Yeah, good thought. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N review.
I do too
@@LowkiDaGod para
I would love to see Hyundai in F1
@@AsianPetrolhead ,,
I want everything KIA and Hyundai are releasing. I want them all!
Yes, hope you guys get this Kona N soon in your area!
Same here!
Their cars just makes sense, stylish and they keep wow-ing me.
I want a Kia Stinger, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Hyundai Kona N, and Hyundai Elantra N.
lmao
Another home run for Hyundai, with this and the Elantra N on top of the Veloster, Hyundai is going to be a top competitor in the United States markets for sure.
Yes, this Kona N looks very promising.
The Kona N looks great. I can't wait for them to show up in the US. I may wind up having to get one since many of my friends have the Veloster N, but I want more room than my Scion FRS currently has.
Yes, Matt hope you guys get the Kona N soon in USA.
This is going to sell like pancakes....
Can't wait to get my hands on one.
Yes, i think Kona N will received much more attention than Veloster N.
@@AsianPetrolhead there was a rumor when the veloster N pop out on sale that dealerships where asking up the MSRP price. Do you think this might happen with the Kona N?
@@Vazztudio probably, there are many of us waiting on this car.. lol
@@Vazztudio
They're hyundai dealers literally selling the dct veloster n for 37-38k msrp
European market also widely for sale, thank you!.👍🏼😉😁😎
You were working really hard round the track and having lots of fun. The car seems a real bargain at that price.
Yes, Bill. I think the Kona N has the best value in its class.
Looks like fun Charlie! To me, this makes up for the fact that we don't get the i30N in Korea. Love this new Kona N!
Yeah, John class i can share this track experience with Kona N.
Its so absurd that you guys don’t get the i30N in Korea! From a Korean car maker aswell!
@@dimitriG7 I know right!? We don't get the Kia Telluride either!
Wow Charlie looks like you had a lot of fun!! The Hyundai Kona N looks like another winner for the brand. The Hyundai group is doing amazing things .
I'm very impressed with their focus on bringing out compelling vehicles .
Yes, Wild Bill. I think this Kona N will be the volume seller for the N brand.
You are having more fun in this car then the much faster rides! Lol looks like tons of fun! 😆👍
It a lot more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow ;)
@@danepher not a slow car though
Must have been a great ride around the track with the Korean Stig. I'm very impressed with what Hyundai has been producing recently.
Yes, Korean Stig really showed me what the Kona N can do!
You can thanks to German guy, former BMW chief for M- division
The 20 second "nitro" button is BRILLIANT
Yeah, 10 more horses. LOL. Thanks for enjoying Kona N review.
@@AsianPetrolhead That seems pretty weak to me...it can't handle another 10 horsepower for more than 20 seconds? I mean, 10hp is barely noticeable. It's probably easier to tell since you have to physically trigger it but if it just did it automatically (a couple GM models come to mind) I doubt anyone would even notice.
Excellent review my friend. Being a owner of the i30N for the last 3 years I can say that This one looks a lot more fun. Thank you.
Thank you Ray. Yeah, this Kona N looks quite promising.
Cannot wait for this to come to Australia. Currently got an Optima GT, but in 3-4 years, I know what i'm buying. Hot dayum.
Yes, Bryce. Hope you guys get the Kona N soon in Australia.
been waiting for this!! cant wait to see it in person! thanks for the vid!
Yes, this Kona N was so much fun!
@@AsianPetrolhead yea...you did awesome review...does the popping sound great?
Great video. I really like the true blue N color, but that carbon gray one looks primo!
Yes, but my personal choice for Kona N would be the Sonic Blue. Thanks.
I took my very tall wife to try out what Hyundai had to offer. She loved both the Veloster (which has far more interior room than you'd expect) and the Kona. So getting a more powerful iteration of the Kona is a good thing, and puts it back on our shortlist for the new vehicle.
North American highways need more from an engine, especially in the mountains where we live. You can use vehicles with lower displacement or less horsepower, but you'll be slow, and end up frustrated behind traffic, or the one who frustrates others. This Kona N keeps that from happening.
Yeay.
Great video... thanks for the ride-along. Fun car for sure, and the price is right.
Welcome, glad i can share the Kona N track day with you guys!
I like it if I needed a sporty suv but now I have a comfy Volvo 🥺☺️🤩 none the less amazing review! Hyundai is doing what nissan use to do with Nismo!
Thanks for enjoying the Kona n review.
I really don't consider this an SUV, it's just a slightly lifted hatch when you really look at it😉
@@klasseact6663 Yea Plus it has no AWD but it still way more practical then Veloster N for family purpose, I think this will sell well too ...
Okay.
Wish all your reviews came with a day, track and night - great video as always!
Yes, i wish, too. Thank you for enjoying the Kona N review.
I absolutely love my Veloster N and have no doubt this thing will be fantastic.
Yes, this Kona N, i think you guys will love it.
Charlieeeeeeeeee... My man! I was waiting for this review. As always delivery is superb. My question is is the new Kona smaller than the 2020 soul?
Thank you ragged for enjoying the Kona N. Hyundai Kona N is longer, but Soul has longer wheelbase. Thanks raguel.
Excellent video and review! What color vehicle were you driving? The sonic blue? Can’t wait for this to be released in the USA!!
I was driving the Sonic Blue. I like the Kona N with the Sonic Blue. Thanks mchevownr.
Thanks so much for this review. Looking forward to this getting to US!
Yes, hope you guys get this new Kona N soon in person.
I am trading my 2019 Kona SE for 2022 Kona N when it comes to USA
Yes, this Kona N looks quite promising.
Make sure it has what they say it has cuz it wont have half of that even on brand new one.
same bro, this new kona N seems amazing
Nope. The new Kona N Line won’t have all this. Look up other reviews. I’m convinced it won’t be released in the US. I just found out I preordered some pos that isn’t half this.
@@AsianPetrolhead no this is not the US version
Great video Charlie as always!!
Thank you Alex for enjoying the Kona N experience day.
Thanks for showing all the colors my favorite is the new sonic blue. It looks quite capable on the right surface of having a lot of fun. Great review and thanks for showing the extra functionality on the center console display.💯
Yes, i love Sonic Blue for this Kona N. Thanks Gary.
Test drove the Kona N this afternoon. Getting the ultimate. It’s like driving a Sporty comfortable Santa Fe with better handling. As a dad with 2 kids it’s like the perfect cross between the veloster and the big boy suvs.
The Kona N isn’t even out yet 😂
Thank you for enjoying the Kona N review.
@@jtmg3218 you know what you’re right. I ended up getting the nline ultimate.
Finally 😃 I been waiting for you to do video on cona n I love your videos you always pushing cars to limit this how you drive this cars👍👍👍 this is my nex car soon is this car will arrive to us thank you !!!and thank you huynday !!!
Thank you for enjoying the new Kona N review.
Charlie! As always! Great job with your content! This was such a fun video to watch. Now I want one!
Thank you l2n1x for enjoying the KOna N review.
i believe im in love with the all white with red emphasizing the sportiness. the spoiler looks menacing and the triangle rain light matches the style. first mod would be wheels and tires, and straight pipe maybe even sway bars if its needed
I have a Veloster N... don’t straight pipe these things they are totally loud enough in N mode and being able to shut them up is super nice. Also wheels and tires kinda *ruin* (but not really) the car. I put Michelin pilot sport 4s tires on mine and they really don’t have the same feel as the pirellis. Cheers!
@@robertrobb9193 it's a state of mind.. feel better with aftermarket parts than oem.. but if oem works then I'll save some money
@@zumezoom9593 I’d feel better with my warrantied parts! You can beat it every day and not have to worry - that’s the appeal of these things at least to me.
@@robertrobb9193 oh, that is true. but the tire package warranty you can swap with aftermarket tires
white one is actually called sonic blue, it looks incredible and that's the one imma get most likely
why am I more excited for this than the Veloster N?? Oh yea because I'm a dad hahaha definitely will get this when it comes to the states!
And Elantra N will be launched in July, so stay tuned. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N track experience.
What does that have to do with anything? You know the Kona has a marginally bigger interior right? Actually less in some dimensions. Its not an suv.
@@jaxrages8678 for 1, it's got 2 doors in the back...if you have kids, you know that's invaluable.
It's a subcompact crossover suv officially...so yes it is an suv, a small one.
So much fun n like always, awesome videos. Keep them coming!
Thank you DG. Yes, this Kona N was fun!
Thank you for this , we can't wait to get it in the USA
Yes, hope you guys get the Kona N soon in USA.
Wien do you think to release in Europe?
I might have just found my daily
Yes, J R. This Kona N should be very practical.
Great video and review! I wish it had AWD too, but might still look into it when it arrives in North america.
Yes, AWD would been very nice for this Kona N.
Looks so good! Just have a hard time ditching my limited as the AWD seems essential in my snowy climate :((
Yes, Quin. AWD would made this Kona N even more attractive. Thanks.
Great video, cant wait to get one! I'm curious if the US model will have all of the same comforts like heated+cooled seats
Yes, hope you guys get Kona N fully loaded. Thanks Wiliam.
I’ve been waiting for this review for weeks 😍 amazing car amazing review! This car is ridiculous
Yes, Emilio. This Kona N is ridiculous.
I would be in line for one tomorrow if Hyundai was offering the Kona N with a 6 sp.
Yes, this Kona N looks quite promising.
I purchased my Sonic Blue Kona N for MSRP from Earnhardt Hyundai in North Scottsdale, AZ, at the end of May 2022. It now has 2112 miles on the odometer, most of which were accumulated on freeways over long distances and substantial changes in elevation. Confession being good for the soul, I must plead guilty to committing the ultimate N Sin: I've been driving the car in "Normal" mode almost exclusively since I bought it, and have only experimented with N mode a time or two. With the Kona N, "Normal" is anything but Granny Mode: The car is just so damn nifty-quick, the handling is confidence-inspiring, and the suspension feels just right. It's immensely satisfying to drive as-is, but it's also reassuring to know it is capable of delivering so much more ... under controlled conditions on the track.
Well, it's a brand new car, you just gotta give it sometime. And after an oil change, you can do all the N mode you want. Thanks ronforemna for giving us update.
Hope the larger turbo can survive with a larger vehicle. I'm glad to see car companies making cool stuff like this.
Yeah, i mean, the Kona N felt agile and quick.
I want the kona n too! I currently have the 2022 kona limited. But the kona N is just so much more fun to drive
Yes, I think you guys will love this Kona N.
Wow...🤯. I love it.
Hello g70
Thank you for enjoying the Kona N review.
Charlie you made my morning sir! Excellent review! Thanks sir!!
Thank you Stewart for enjoying the Kona N review.
Just bought a veloster N a week ago and it is awesome but Hyundai just keeps getting better
Congratulations on your new Veloster N. And this is its brother.
@@AsianPetrolhead thank you I appreciate it
Great video - where is this track located? Beautiful!
Inje Speedium. It is located about 2 hours drive East from Seoul. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N review.
Wow! Very fun to drive " SUV"! Albert Biermann has done very well for Hyundai N division. I enjoyed the video...new subscriber.
Thank you for subscribing, it means a lot to us. Yes, this Kona N is so much fun!
Seeing him have so much fun with the Kona N makes me wish I can enjoy it myself too XD If I didn't purchase a new Hyundai in 2017, I probably would have considered this or the new Tucson. I really want that Tucson.
yes, i just had too much fun with the Kona N. Thanks SoW
That's the real trick that they've achieved Charlie total fun factor, and I think the rain hates you 😛 but it's good that it was raining as it shows much stronger just how capable the car is even in the wet!
Yes, wish it didn't rain. But even in rainy condition the Kona N handled nicely.
So basically I got a Kona too soon 😩 I would’ve LOVED this
Well, but this is N, you know. Your Kona should be better daily driver. Thanks Bryon.
Hey cool video! I switched from the Kona 1.6 liter to the Kona N 2.0 liter about 1 month ago and can only confirm that there is a huge difference. The car is noticeably better on the road, has noticeably more power and looks sportier inside and out. The comfort seats are also more comfortable, hold you better and are not only heated but also ventilated. In addition, the armrests on the doors are padded and not just made of hard plastic. My recommendation, if Kona then the Kona N or if you want to drive slowly and economically the very small 3 cylinder Kona. The 1.6 liter is not a good idea. It consumes a lot of petrol, but spoils the fun of driving because of the small brakes and poor chassis. I wish you a good trip!
Much prefer Kona N over Veloster N ... Both are nice, just Kona N more versatile, IMO ... Great driving Charlie ! Slainte' ! Cheers !
Thank you Marc. Yes, this Kona N is so good for an SUV.
Just bought a N-Line With Ultimate package, not this one couldnt wait for it to get available in Canada, getting mine Monday.
Congratulations on your new Hyundai Kona. & thanks for enjoying the Kona N track day review.
Hey Mat, I bought N line 2 tone as well in Canada! How long did u have to wait for yours?
1:37 - the fire graphic is... well... FIRE...!!! 👏👍
Yes, this Kona N is fun fun.
Looks like a fun little car and a great track layout with plenty of undulations. Makes you wonder how they found what looks to be the flattest piece of land in Korea to build the F1 circuit on back in the day..
Looking forward to seeing this when it lands in Australia!
Yes, hope you guys get the Kona N soon in Australia.
I love my veloster turbo ultimate, but I’m really considering trading into one of these thanks to your review. Awesome job! Thanks for reviewing this one :)
Thank you Adam for enjoying the Kona N review. Glad i can deliver.
I have seen for the first time an SUV handling very well.
Yes, the Kona N really enjoys taking hard corners.
Is price is revealed?
Very nice! I hope all those tech features make it to the US market.
Yes, hope you guys get the Kona N fully loaded in US. Thanks B J.
Better make sure its the kona n not the kona n line they got me i was thinkn hole time it was one from video but with a 500 doller chip and blow off valve i got same horse power.
Grey metallic ,dark performance blue, and black 👍👍👍
Yeay. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N review.
Great review Charlie!! I could tell you were really having fun.. I agree with many others here, Hyundai will sell plenty of them especially if they're priced right..
Yes, Mal. Too much fun with this Kona N. Very nice & practical.
Shout out to South Korea for making driving more exciting for us middle-class people!!
Thank you Bfigther for enjoying the Kona N review.
@@AsianPetrolhead Love it!!
I must say. Hyundai's N and N line edition vehicles are just baller
Yes, Kona N is so much fun to drive!
Great review! I don't have the Kona N but I do have the 2022 Kona Preferred and I really like it! Handles well and sometimes I catch myself driving too fast on the highway because it's so smooth!
Yes, James. I love Hyundai Kona, especially Kona N. thanks.
Loving it so far! That sound tho
Yes, this Kona N is quite fun!
Appreciate your videos. Love the Kona N and I plan on getting one
yes, this new Kona N looks very promising.
I just bought one and it's awesome! 😁
Congratulations, you are gonna love it. Thanks Daniel for enjoying the Hyundai Kona N review.
Kdm has a come a long way these cars from Kia and Hyundai are amazing 🤩
Also are these awd or fwd
Kona N is FWD. Thanks Ben.
I have the Kona 2021 and my wife has the 2022 both have get up and gone speed. Very spacious and superior handling 😁 I have heated seats, and she doesn’t. She has remote start and I don’t. Overall review is 8 1/2 out of 10
Wow, you guys are Hyundai Kona lovers. I am you guys will also love this Kona N. Thanks Anthony.
Thanks. Really enjoyed that.
Thank you Ed for enjoying the Kona N review.
Espetacular grande profissional recomendo um grande abraço 🇵🇹
Yes, this Kona N is something exciting.
great review thanks..
My pleasure Bob. Thank you for enjoying the Hyundai Kona N review.
I have a 19 kona ultimate. It handles well, is fairly quick. I can't imagine another 100 hp-ftlbs of torque. Will make a hell of a sleeper
Yes, a bit more power would be welcomed for this Hyundai Kona N. And here's first drive on the Hyundai Elantra N. th-cam.com/video/FDGFNvQSs4c/w-d-xo.html
HAVE MORE FUN! This is a hot hatch, awesome video as usual!
Yes, the Kona N so fun!
Hot SUV
You look good in the helmet! haha, love the content as always~
LOL. Thank you for enjoying the Kona N review.
Best factory sounding exhaust ever!!!
Yes, this KOna N is full of fun.
You're a great presenter and this is an awesome channel.
As a suggestion, please don't switch angles when you're on a ride-along with a pro driver.
If you want to show your reactions, do it Japanese game show style with your footage minimized picture-in-picture style in the upper right frame.
I'm certain you must have the full pro driver session recorded.
Please make the footage available to us in a separate upload!
Keep up the great work and coverage!
Oh, i see what you mean, i will consider that. Thank you for enjoying the Kona N review.
Amazing! Great review and nice job Hyundai. Hopefully, NA gets them soon!
yes, hope you guys get this Kona N soon in N. America.
Hi Charlie! Does this have a dual wet clutch?
Yes, Kona N is mated to wet type 8 speed automatic.
Awesome video 👍🏼
Thank you Cody for enjoying the Hyundai Kona N review.
I struggle with the Sonic Blue. It looks White. I need to see the Sonic Blue next to the Lunar White in order to make up my mind!
Great review as always!
Yeah, Michael. Love the Kona N with Sonic Blue. You have to see in person. Thanks.
Nice impressions video and look at the Kona N. I’d prefer the red color.
Yes, David. This Kona N is quite fun!
How comfortable is the ride in normal mode? Is it nice and soft or still pretty firm/hard?
I would say Kona N in normal mode is very comfortable, a bit bouncy, but it can even be very good daily driver.
Thanks for the review. I have a 2018 1.6T AWD Kona and really like it. It’s hard to explain but it feels like whoever designed it was a car enthusiast. No mechanical issues or rattles yet also. The N Kona doesn’t come with AWD but I feel that I don’t need the AWD function since I rarely drive in snow here in Northern California. When the N Kona comes to my local Hyundai dealer I will check it out. It has about 100 more horse power than my Kona and my Kona is already pretty perky.
massive power difference, Kona N is a beast of its own
Yeah, this Kona N handles nicely even without the AWD system.
My Kona was in FWD 90% of the time anyway. Thanks for excellent review. You have a good TH-cam personality.
Is kona faster than veloster? Has kona have display on front window
No, Veloster is faster, but this Hyundai Kona N has the most spacious interior.
0 to 60 in? I want one... awesome 👍 review Charlie
No, time for that. We will give you update when we get the Kona N as a press car.
Love it! Love the Veloster, but man if i can get same performance in a slightly larger vehicle, im sold!
Yes, i think you guys will love this Kona N.
I don't care about the rain, South Korea looks fantastic. Definitely will be holidaying there when my financial situation changes🇬🇧👍
Thanks Simon for enjoying the Kona N and the scenery.
Ty for another gr8 commentary, video and in-depth content and yes I would sell my 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line and buy 2 (red & sonic blue) Kona N and love the stylish design and track ready performance and kick ass exhaust notes and I truly hope they offer it in the full EV mondels to come.
Thank you W J for enjoying the Kona N review.
Will it be available with Highway Driving Assist + sunroof? Thanks!
Ah, i am not sure i will have to check back on those when Hyundai does launch the Kona N in July. Thanks JMM.
@@AsianPetrolhead thanks! Looking forward to seeing the Kona N here in US!
Is this Kona N will be available in the US too?
Yes, i bet you guys will get this Kona N in US. Thanks.
Love your review. Can you turn off the popping from the exhaust, but still keep the performance? I think the popping would become very annoying. I’d prefer to have the performance without announcing every time I let off the accelerator.
Well, i think it will pop if you raise the RPM in N mode for sure. Thank you for enjoying the Hyundai Kona N review.
I'm excited to test drive this car! I am also waiting for the Kia EV6 GT but might have to lease this first.
Yes, John. Hope you guys get the Kona N soon!
Best video bro 👍🙏
Thank you for enjoying the Kona N review.
Hyundai is on a roll
Yes, this Kona N is so fun!
I notice that you shift with your pinky. Is that what you normally do or is it because the paddle shifter is way too low on the steering wheel?
I didn't notice it until you told me. I guess it's just a habit for me. You can use it with which ever finger you like. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N review.
Great Reaction to this vehicle looks like it Could be a wonderful Drive 👍🏻👍🏻
Yes, this Kona N is fun to drive.
How do the seats compare to the standard Kona?
Seats are comfortable, and holds you nicely with suede in the middle.
Loving the aggressive look of the Kona N, but really can't wait to see the Elantra N.
Yes, hope to show you the Elantra N soon. I am hearing this July. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N track day.
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Awesome news, thank you Charlie.
Elantra N > Type R
Same. Hoping it will be a lot more affordable than the Type-R.
Looks great! Love to see you Drive the new Cerato/K3/Forte GT
Yes, I ED. I am working on Forte GT. Thanks for enjoying the Kona N review.