I recently retired my old 2005 Tucson GLS due to subframe corrosion and replaced it with a 2022 Kona SEL all wheel drive. You’re right, the Kona is a lot of car in a small SUV . The engine is powerful enough to blast past a BMW vehicle. I smoked a Beamer in my Kona. It even gave me heads up for a speed check and low and behold I spotted a cop hiding to see if they’d nab anybody for speeding . Lucky for me I’m the opposite of a lead foot. I’m more on the speed limit than over. Anyway, great review on the car. Oh mine didn’t come with the sunroof. But I do have fully functional roof racks. All wheel drive is a must for me because I’m a Bostonian. Snow is commonplace where I live . My Kona does very well in snow too. Anyway, I will have to get some snow footage with my car. Tucson, Santa Fe, and Pallisades are more advertised for snow but that doesn’t mean the Kona isn’t a winter warrior too. It can play in the snow like the bigger SUVs.
@@bruceknows Definitely. So far the Kona is twice as stable than my old Tucson which was front wheel drive, and I’ve noticed nothing in the line of skidding when I go down a steep hill where I live. If one is a careful driver, ice shouldn’t be an issue but only if the driver is cautious enough to heed the ice warning that the car will alert you to when the temperature drops below freezing. It also lets you know when the driver ahead of you has advanced enough to safely advance ahead yourself. You’re right, the Kona has a lot of great features and as far as I know, according to Hyundai, the only recall the 2022 Kona has is on the horn. Apparently there may have been engine recalls on the 2021 models but not on the 2022.
@@bruceknows As requested, the Kona is quite the winter warrior and handles really well in snow conditions. Of course this applies to the all wheel drive models, driven in normal mode. It’s electronic stability program is top notch and quite the competitor compared to its larger counterparts, that are only front wheel drive. Steering and handling are also top notch and I would highly recommend this small but mighty suv for anyone who lives in colder climates. This car outshines the Tucson because of its smooth handling. The fuel economy is fantastic and with times the way they are, definitely recommend the Kona for anyone hoping to save on gas.
SCraig2018 I’m thinking about ordering me a 2023 Kona N in a few months did the dealership tell you what the time frame is before it’s supposed to comes in I didn’t know that we could order a 2023 Kona already.
@@stevencampos4456 Yeah I was told 6 months, infact any gas vehicle is 6 months, Hybrid and electric are 12-18 months. Hybrid would have been nice but with the gas prices the way they are and the lack of facilities to build them they just can’t be built as fast. Not to mention the part shortages, not just the chip problem.
It's funny how you mention that the engine is to small for the DCT, but here in Europe there is a 1.0 3 cylinder variant with DCT. Pretty good presentation BTW.
The one in the video has the bigger wheels and they take a toll on ride quality. In Miami, they’re fine. If your roads are not as smooth I recommend the smaller wheels. Regardless of road quality, the Kona is set up for agility and not the smoothest riding car.
@@bruceknows thank you so much Bruce! i ordered kona with the 18" alloys + blind spot detection. i wish the smaller wheel version had blind spot also and a better looking alloy. today i drive a mazda 2 and in the city the roads are very bumpy and i rrally want to improve the eide comfort, i heard that kia seltos has better suspension so maybe i will check it out and cancel kona.
@@eldadmizrachi5001 I haven’t tried the Steltos yet let me know what you think! Remember that you can always replace the tires with a taller profile / sidewall tire and that will help you get a smoother bump absorption. In addition to having more air to absorb bumps, the taller profile tire has softer sidewalls.
I don’t think a CVT would improve the situation in this car. The issue is that Hyundai programmed the tranny for fuel economy rather than performance. I touched on this subject on my Murano video. Thanks
@@bruceknows I was thinking more toward long term reliability than short term performance. DCT's aren't as durable and when the time comes, repairs will be more expensive than a CVT. Based on my experience with it, I would avoid buying a vehicle with DCT.
Just drove one today. Replacing my wife’s 2011 Tucson. The Kona Limited is a lot of car for the money. Was really impressed.
On top of the engine, I love Kona’s fenders, very useful when driving on rough roads…
I recently retired my old 2005 Tucson GLS due to subframe corrosion and replaced it with a 2022 Kona SEL all wheel drive. You’re right, the Kona is a lot of car in a small SUV . The engine is powerful enough to blast past a BMW vehicle. I smoked a Beamer in my Kona. It even gave me heads up for a speed check and low and behold I spotted a cop hiding to see if they’d nab anybody for speeding . Lucky for me I’m the opposite of a lead foot. I’m more on the speed limit than over. Anyway, great review on the car. Oh mine didn’t come with the sunroof. But I do have fully functional roof racks. All wheel drive is a must for me because I’m a Bostonian. Snow is commonplace where I live . My Kona does very well in snow too. Anyway, I will have to get some snow footage with my car. Tucson, Santa Fe, and Pallisades are more advertised for snow but that doesn’t mean the Kona isn’t a winter warrior too. It can play in the snow like the bigger SUVs.
Let me know how the Kona holds up in the snow and reliability. I’m considering getting one for Philly commuting. Such a great package!
@@bruceknows Definitely. So far the Kona is twice as stable than my old Tucson which was front wheel drive, and I’ve noticed nothing in the line of skidding when I go down a steep hill where I live. If one is a careful driver, ice shouldn’t be an issue but only if the driver is cautious enough to heed the ice warning that the car will alert you to when the temperature drops below freezing. It also lets you know when the driver ahead of you has advanced enough to safely advance ahead yourself. You’re right, the Kona has a lot of great features and as far as I know, according to Hyundai, the only recall the 2022 Kona has is on the horn. Apparently there may have been engine recalls on the 2021 models but not on the 2022.
@@bruceknows As requested, the Kona is quite the winter warrior and handles really well in snow conditions. Of course this applies to the all wheel drive models, driven in normal mode. It’s electronic stability program is top notch and quite the competitor compared to its larger counterparts, that are only front wheel drive. Steering and handling are also top notch and I would highly recommend this small but mighty suv for anyone who lives in colder climates. This car outshines the Tucson because of its smooth handling. The fuel economy is fantastic and with times the way they are, definitely recommend the Kona for anyone hoping to save on gas.
I just ordered the 2023 N-Line with the Ultimate package, it’s really impressive
That’s awesome. Does it have trouble launching with all that power?
@@bruceknows no idea since no one has offered test drives since about 2019
SCraig2018 I’m thinking about ordering me a 2023 Kona N in a few months did the dealership tell you what the time frame is before it’s supposed to comes in I didn’t know that we could order a 2023 Kona already.
@@stevencampos4456 Yeah I was told 6 months, infact any gas vehicle is 6 months, Hybrid and electric are 12-18 months. Hybrid would have been nice but with the gas prices the way they are and the lack of facilities to build them they just can’t be built as fast.
Not to mention the part shortages, not just the chip problem.
Did you receive your N-Line yet? How is it?
Liked the Kona the first time I saw it in, ‘2018.
I'm liking it more and more living with it. Thanks for wartching!
It's funny how you mention that the engine is to small for the DCT, but here in Europe there is a 1.0 3 cylinder variant with DCT. Pretty good presentation BTW.
That's interesting. Didn't know that. Thanks!
how's the new suspension when riding on a road with potholes?
The one in the video has the bigger wheels and they take a toll on ride quality. In Miami, they’re fine. If your roads are not as smooth I recommend the smaller wheels. Regardless of road quality, the Kona is set up for agility and not the smoothest riding car.
@@bruceknows
thank you so much Bruce!
i ordered kona with the 18" alloys + blind spot detection. i wish the smaller wheel version had blind spot also and a better looking alloy.
today i drive a mazda 2 and in the city the roads are very bumpy and i rrally want to improve the eide comfort, i heard that kia seltos has better suspension so maybe i will check it out and cancel kona.
@@eldadmizrachi5001 I haven’t tried the Steltos yet let me know what you think! Remember that you can always replace the tires with a taller profile / sidewall tire and that will help you get a smoother bump absorption. In addition to having more air to absorb bumps, the taller profile tire has softer sidewalls.
@@bruceknows
good to know! sure i will let you know 🤙
Loud turn signal🙃
HAHAHA didn't notice that until now.
I may he alone when I say this, but in this class, give me a CVT over DCT any day.
I don’t think a CVT would improve the situation in this car. The issue is that Hyundai programmed the tranny for fuel economy rather than performance. I touched on this subject on my Murano video. Thanks
@@bruceknows I was thinking more toward long term reliability than short term performance. DCT's aren't as durable and when the time comes, repairs will be more expensive than a CVT. Based on my experience with it, I would avoid buying a vehicle with DCT.
Because you like gum for a transmission?
@@captainsewerrat apparently reading comprehension isn't isn't your thing. I already stated why.
All the exterior plastic looks cheap & tacky, but the N-Line & N trims are nice.
I think the big wheels really make the car look nice.
It was fine until they introduced the N-Line without it, the N-Line exterior really puts this one to shame
Disagree. I think the contrast in the fenders gives it a more rugged SUV look while the matching color gives it more of a compact car look.
That’s problem with Asian power…, low power spec to comply with Asian regulations.
That’s too bad they have to do that.
Kona in Portuguese sounds like Cuna that means Vagina. In Portugal and Brasil it has a different name.
Had I known that I would've run with it! That's funny. Coño means vagina in spanish. Are you the futbol/soccer player?
@@bruceknows lol. No. From Toronto but my family all in Portugal. I just picked up 2022 Kona EV yesterday.
@@nelsonoliveira1007 felicidades!