2024 Hyundai Kona N Line AWD - POV Driving Impressions

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  • čas přidán 29. 11. 2023
  • MSRP: $32,150
    MPG: 24 city / 29 highway
    Horsepower: 190 hp @ 6,000 rpm
    Engine: 1.6 L 4-cylinder
    Curb weight: 3,505 lbs
    Cargo volume: 25.5 ft³, 63.7 ft³ with seat area
    Tires: Kumho Solus Majesty 9 - 235/45 R19 99V M+S
    Exterior color: Denim
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  • @kevinoxley5898
    @kevinoxley5898 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I bought the blue Kona N Line Ultimate. I absolutely love it. Every time I drive it, people are turning their heads. 2 hot women approached me at gas station (separate occasions) and said home much they loved it! It has decent power, too, if you know how to drive it!

  • @iantovey7132
    @iantovey7132 Před 6 měsíci +7

    I got a 2024 red Kona N Line and am impressed completely.

  • @kevinoxley5898
    @kevinoxley5898 Před 2 měsíci +3

    This is a hack on how to run mid 6s in 0-60 mph. hold stability control/traction button until it beeps and says all is off. Put in Sport mode. This will bring it to red line on every shift. Put one foot on gas, one foot on brake. Rev up to approximately 3000rpm, then lift foot off brake and floor gas. It will pull like crazy with NO turbo lag! Mid 6s. Stay safe and do this out in the middle of nowhere!

  • @hamzaqureshi8809
    @hamzaqureshi8809 Před 7 měsíci +17

    Thx for the review, bought the base model two weeks ago and it’s great.

    • @LongRaider996
      @LongRaider996 Před 7 měsíci +1

      For this Nline! My dealer markup $3k more…. OTD: $36k

  • @gmoney9961
    @gmoney9961 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Just put one of these on my radar to replace my 2020 Ultimate.
    The review was fun & comprehensive as always. Thanks!
    Update: got my ‘24 N-Line in Ultimate Red Metallic 10 days ago. Absolutely FABULOUS…

  • @zacharysherry2910
    @zacharysherry2910 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Spicy acceleration

  • @brock8140
    @brock8140 Před 7 měsíci +32

    really is a shame there isn't gonna be a kona N this generation, though I know it was very unpopular. The full N treatment in this new body and new interior would be so nice though!

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci

      Platform is too old

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci

      @@David_Gotelli not everything.

    • @user-bs1wx1tb7e
      @user-bs1wx1tb7e Před 4 měsíci

      The Kona N was not that good. It could even be dangerous on the road.

    • @kevinoxley5898
      @kevinoxley5898 Před 2 měsíci

      The one big problem with the N is that it is front Accent wheel drive ONLY! That's a total deal breaker on an SUV in Canada! I looked at a 2023, and they are way smaller than the Accent on the inside aswell and have that small ugly screen glued up in the middle!

  • @zero2sixty244
    @zero2sixty244 Před 7 měsíci +5

    I had a 2022 Kia K5 AWD with about the same power train and felt it was pretty capable. I ended up selling it as it had transmission issues but it was a decent vehicle, the fuel economy on it was great too

  • @totallynotbluu
    @totallynotbluu Před 7 měsíci

    looks nice

  • @TanukiDigital
    @TanukiDigital Před 7 měsíci +4

    Those cup holders are awesome! Sold!

  • @nn200485
    @nn200485 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Is there no timeout on the highway cruise? How long can you go without touching the wheel before it shuts down??

  • @jacobyo99
    @jacobyo99 Před 6 měsíci

    I have this engine in a Sonata and I like it very much. I am very disappointed that the 1.6T was dropped when they did the Sonata refresh.

  • @Unchainedmaple888
    @Unchainedmaple888 Před 7 měsíci

    Here's a crazy idea for Hyundai: make a powerful performance hybrid N version of this Kona

  • @RandyHernandez-qc4ex
    @RandyHernandez-qc4ex Před měsícem

    How do you go from using paddle shifters to regular drive mode? Like what gear is it supposed to be from 0-8? If you’re not using paddle shifters?

  • @domenik8339
    @domenik8339 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Did the heaters work OK on this car or were there other methods the car provided of staying toasty this winter?

    • @yourrecaller521
      @yourrecaller521 Před 2 měsíci

      these korean cars are meant to survive the hottest summers and coldest winters in korea so ure good on ac workin

  • @lookout_gamer127notjustlookout

    They made the lock beep door shorter from the key fob left the vehicle alert by making the hz lower ridiculously 0:43, do you know how ridiculous the beep sounded

  • @SAMUELRODRIGUEZ-pc2ei
    @SAMUELRODRIGUEZ-pc2ei Před 6 měsíci

    Arranca y seguido pedal a fondo vaya crack luego se vende como seminuevo

  • @liar-888
    @liar-888 Před měsícem

    i 3d printed a little compartment/holder for the center console so my things wont slide around. looks cheap though, might reprint with better material

  • @sammysam2906
    @sammysam2906 Před 5 měsíci

    My kona advance comfort pack is ready to be picked up from showroom tomorrow full electric i absolutely love it super size extra space its about few inches smallr than the niro but best part i have button in the niro its all touch screen i hate it i need buttons to press and click lol

    • @hxtcsy
      @hxtcsy Před 5 měsíci

      how much did you put down?

  • @rinbine2713
    @rinbine2713 Před 7 měsíci +2

    He drove over 75mph in the ramp.
    Isn't it a good handling car? Isn't it a good body-controlled car?
    He didn't make many handling/acceleration adjustments either. How the car can to that?
    He drove the ramp at 65 mph in Toyota Crown. But he said, Toyota crown is a fun to drive. What?

  • @RubyRoks
    @RubyRoks Před 7 měsíci

    Superbummer there's no Kona N this gen. Hopefully they do something sportier with it before the next redesign.

  • @hardstones17
    @hardstones17 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Comparing one of these to a 2024 mazda CX-30 GT. I am presently like the features of the Kona than the Mazda. I like the visibility a lot more than the CX-30, I also dig how it looks compared to the Mazda it looks so modern and sporty! I am focused on just having a good and fun daily driver with good audio and safety features. Gonna have to keep testing between the two and come to a conclusion!

    • @user-bs1wx1tb7e
      @user-bs1wx1tb7e Před 4 měsíci

      The Kona seems like a better car and more modern, i agree. Though to be honest i am not so sure about Hyundai reliability and that DCT transmission seems a little unreliable to me, especially for city start-stop traffic. I think the Mazda would be more reliable with their torque converter. Tough choice, if reliability wasn't an issue i would definitely get the Kona no question between the two. But it is a gamble.

    • @hardstones17
      @hardstones17 Před 4 měsíci

      @@user-bs1wx1tb7eIts not a DCT, good ol 8 speed torque converter in the 2024 N lines!

  • @connorpoultney4400
    @connorpoultney4400 Před 7 měsíci

    Prefer the pre refresh ( exterior wise ) and the exterior of this

  • @Unchainedmaple888
    @Unchainedmaple888 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I really hope Hyundai makes a full Kona N with this new generation Kona. It would be so damn nice. One of the reasons why I didn't consider the previous gen Kona N was because I just couldn't gel with the exterior and interior

    • @KR_Cicero
      @KR_Cicero Před 7 měsíci

      The Kona N was discontinued. Only regular Konas now.

  • @General_M
    @General_M Před 7 měsíci

    Still disappointed that they didn’t make a hybrid option.

  • @damionmandy7978
    @damionmandy7978 Před 7 měsíci

    It needs the Niro hybrid powertrain, Hyundai would sell a lot of them

  • @LongRaider996
    @LongRaider996 Před 7 měsíci

    👌

  • @pieropelo22
    @pieropelo22 Před 5 dny +1

    What Honda Hrv sport 2025 vs Hyundai Kona N Line 2025 please test

  • @danhansen9340
    @danhansen9340 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Last years model looked much nicer, just my opinion but why do these small suv

  • @jerbsherb4391
    @jerbsherb4391 Před 6 měsíci

    There aren't enough Kona N sold and they have very little incentive to make it. They sell these cars in bulk so it makes sense to keep everything "N-line"

  • @_isai_alvarez_
    @_isai_alvarez_ Před 7 měsíci +1

    Is the speedometer not evenly in between the steering wheel 🤨

  • @xaddypebbles
    @xaddypebbles Před 7 měsíci

    would get one if it was a 2.5t or something like that

    • @user-bs1wx1tb7e
      @user-bs1wx1tb7e Před 4 měsíci

      Hyundai sells cars to the global market, especially in Europe, not just USA. Unlike USA with their low taxes cars and low taxes fuel, other markets do not use large displacement engines that much, 2.0L is considered a large displacement here. So Hyundai is incentivized to use smaller displacement in most of their cars. It is also the reason why american cars do not sell much here.

  • @djroyel
    @djroyel Před 7 měsíci

    why is there a huge blank area to the left of the gauge cluster

    • @Timmymtd
      @Timmymtd Před 7 měsíci

      in foreign markets Hyundai puts a screen there which displays your mirror view using a camera and they delete the door mirror shut its illegal in North America

    • @kevinoxley5898
      @kevinoxley5898 Před 2 měsíci

      That is a speaker. You get the mirror with blindspot screen on the left gage when you put signal light on.

  • @RyanLuca581
    @RyanLuca581 Před 4 měsíci

    gonna miss the N :( I want 276HP

    • @kevinoxley5898
      @kevinoxley5898 Před 2 měsíci

      Performance air filter, High octane fuel, sport exhaust, Stage 1...Done! 🙂

  • @Ziakel
    @Ziakel Před 7 měsíci +1

    Why is Hyundai putting rear turn signals so low on their newer models? It’s bad enough that SUV’s hood are higher and we gotta deal with poor visibility rear indicators 🤦‍♂️

    • @domenik8339
      @domenik8339 Před 7 měsíci +1

      It really should be illegal if we're being honest. Even in a crossover I can't see them at all. Dangerous.

    • @carlbrenda6518
      @carlbrenda6518 Před 7 měsíci +2

      If you can't see them, you are too close.....

    • @Ziakel
      @Ziakel Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@carlbrenda6518 I daily an Accord and was behind a Kia Carnival at a reasonable distance. I didn’t even see the Carnival rear turn signal until it start turning.
      We put the indicators higher for a good reason..

  • @rxyy.
    @rxyy. Před 7 měsíci +1

    info/climate area looks a bit dated to me

    • @domenik8339
      @domenik8339 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Agreed, probably one of the worst back seats I've seen in a long time. Looks like the budget ran out in the front seats.

  • @user-bs1wx1tb7e
    @user-bs1wx1tb7e Před 4 měsíci

    This is actually great value for money if you need the AWD for mild off road usage or if you live in a place with terrible roads. Otherwise, not so great.

  • @marzuXC
    @marzuXC Před 7 měsíci

    KonaN

  • @dylanverkler4552
    @dylanverkler4552 Před 7 měsíci

    How long till the campfire starts?

    • @robertlipka9541
      @robertlipka9541 Před 5 měsíci +1

      This one IS NOT electric or hybrid... so no fires.

  • @astro.725
    @astro.725 Před 7 měsíci +3

    First fire Staley at chargers

  • @abdennouryounsi9373
    @abdennouryounsi9373 Před 6 měsíci

    The 2022 and onwards designs from KIa/ Hyundai look kinda weird imo

  • @thearousedeunuch
    @thearousedeunuch Před 7 měsíci +3

    The advantage of that "cheap plastic" on the center console is that it's easy to clean. It's great. I'd happily take that over a rubberized surface. Also, if that's really an issue, I assume that you can buy some aftermarket removable rubberized mat of sorts.
    I agree with you regarding the shifter orientation.
    Great showcase of the interior buttons, by the way.

    • @paulklp8262
      @paulklp8262 Před 7 měsíci +1

      No piano black is a big W for me. Shifter on column means no dust flecks getting in between the shift boot.

  • @booppert5897
    @booppert5897 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Sadly I don’t know if I’ll ever be comfortable buying a Hyundai or Kia after the whole security fiasco. I’m surprised they’re still standing after something like that.

  • @khelgarironfist3301
    @khelgarironfist3301 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Personally there is no way i'd get this when there is the similar powered CX-30 with a reliable NA engine among other things.

  • @Kiss__Kiss
    @Kiss__Kiss Před 7 měsíci +2

    I feel like I just got Rick Rolled lol Why don't they give us the more powerful variant? Missed opportunity. Unless they're waiting to hear the cries from people whom will flock if it gets produced.

    • @brandonvo9727
      @brandonvo9727 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Yea it’s kind of a shame. Nline used to mean you got more power and better handling but looks like Hyundai is starting to go down the bmw route with their badging.

    • @faheemabbas3965
      @faheemabbas3965 Před 7 měsíci +1

      They should’ve given the Kona N AWD. Perfect daily imo.

    • @MillVillage
      @MillVillage Před 7 měsíci

      All the N models Hyundai made flopped (RIP Veloster) so I guess the regular engines were powerful enough for everyone.

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Doesn't need it. Buy a Elantra n

    • @marihymes5890
      @marihymes5890 Před 7 měsíci

      @@faheemabbas3965it does have awd the limited has a awd with 195 hp

  • @bradh6185
    @bradh6185 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Well, they screwed that up.

  • @xaddypebbles
    @xaddypebbles Před 7 měsíci +2

    this car is a dressed up egg shell

  • @faheemabbas3965
    @faheemabbas3965 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I genuinely need to know… has anybody here had any major problems with their Hyundais?

    • @MillVillage
      @MillVillage Před 7 měsíci +2

      Engine failure or transmission failure seem to be the biggest problems. These are covered under warranty for new models. Just stay away from used ones. This applies to KIA as well.

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Nope. More issues with Audi and bmw

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci +1

      ​@@MillVillageno transmission fails in the newer models or engine failures

    • @domenik8339
      @domenik8339 Před 7 měsíci +3

      Besides the major problem where you wake up to go to work one day and find it's missing from your driveway? 🤣

    • @marihymes5890
      @marihymes5890 Před 7 měsíci

      No, I love mine, and it has a wonderful warranty.

  • @Cerby1979
    @Cerby1979 Před 5 měsíci

    Too bad other countries get the N-Line with LED turning lights.

  • @g.r.2985
    @g.r.2985 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Nice looking car/thingy (can we call it a car?), too bad for the build quality and new owner experience 😢

    • @porfiriato84
      @porfiriato84 Před 7 měsíci +4

      You're old

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci +4

      Build quality is better than some VW products and other mainstream manufacturers what are you on about? Have you actually been in any new Hyundai Kia products in the last 3-4 years?
      New owner experience is a 10 year warranty?

    • @domenik8339
      @domenik8339 Před 7 měsíci +3

      ​@@mharro88You're kidding yourself.

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci +2

      @@domenik8339 no I'm not whatsoever. I've owned the new golf and it was a plastic piece of shit

    • @user-bs1wx1tb7e
      @user-bs1wx1tb7e Před 4 měsíci

      @@mharro88 Do you work at a Hyundai dealership? It is not true. Also VW is not a premium brand, i do not understand why some people consider VW premium, it is considered a mainstream brand. Audis are the premium cars of the group. Still, VW tends to have better quality and reliability, and they are harder to steal as well. Hyundai packs more equipment for the money though.

  • @jaylee9269
    @jaylee9269 Před 6 měsíci

    Better than Corolla cross!

    • @user-bs1wx1tb7e
      @user-bs1wx1tb7e Před 4 měsíci

      Corolla cross is faster, burns far less fuel, and it is far more reliable.....

  • @Jpee123
    @Jpee123 Před 6 měsíci

    Oh great another option for people to use their phones

  • @No1l
    @No1l Před 2 měsíci

    Inside it looks so cheap 😞

  • @Kevin-qz4eq
    @Kevin-qz4eq Před 7 měsíci

    interior is on another level, but unfortunately so is the exterior styling, but in a bad way

  • @wonderboy1998
    @wonderboy1998 Před 7 měsíci

    My pet peeve with Hyundai is their bipolar ways of design their cars, feels like everytime they hired a new team...a new crazy design is abt to be created
    This car looks a mix of insignia and soul

  • @yousefmohamadalbazaz6210
    @yousefmohamadalbazaz6210 Před měsícem

    Ewwww

  • @xaddypebbles
    @xaddypebbles Před 7 měsíci +1

    "aggressive styling"
    bro its a fricking kona

  • @wolfkillatus
    @wolfkillatus Před 7 měsíci +48

    Am I the only one that is tired of these "futuristic" looks? I bought a regular Kona almost 2 years ago and wanted to upgrade to the N line but the new look to me is..🤮

    • @SepticEmpire
      @SepticEmpire Před 7 měsíci +39

      I saw this at the dealership recently and it was in white
      My first thought was wtf is that a stormtrooper car
      And now I kinda want one ngl

    • @mharro88
      @mharro88 Před 7 měsíci +29

      Yep , I love it. It's a change

    • @wolfkillatus
      @wolfkillatus Před 7 měsíci +3

      @@SepticEmpire White or Black are the only 2 color options I would consider. But you're right, the look might grow on me a bit with time

    • @sshah2545
      @sshah2545 Před 7 měsíci +19

      Not at all. I think this is a way better look.
      I thought the original Kona looked like a bag of Turds

    • @Jiffffff
      @Jiffffff Před 7 měsíci +1

      I agree think it’s ass, sucks the only options for awd are this year. And only lsd for the Elantra N

  • @bradyb9929
    @bradyb9929 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I do not like the interior

  • @astonmartin181
    @astonmartin181 Před 3 měsíci

    these things are ugly but i love the interiors