ILLEGAL EXHAUST! 2022 Hyundai Elantra N vs Kona N Test Drive
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- 2022 Hyundai Elantra N vs Hyundai Kona N review by The Straight Pipes. The Hyundai Elantra N Manual is putting down 276 horsepower and 289 lb-ft of torque and the Hyundai Kona N DCT is putting down 286 horsepower (in NGS mode) and 289 lb-ft of torque from a 2L Turbo 4 cylinder. At $37,999 CAD for the Elantra and $39,999 for the Kona, which one would you pick?
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WRX STi spec C used to be a thing 🙃
Need the new Forte 5 review plx
That Schfifty-Five referance, I honestly wonder how many people caught it. That was a YT throw back lol.
I got a Kona N over the Elantra N because of the seat. All things considered the Kona N is impressive. It's really fast and handles better than you might imagine. I don't have any regrets taking it over the Elantra N. I just wish we got the I30 N here in America over the Veloster N.
Not giving us the I20 N or 130 N is a travesty.
What's good about the i30 N?
@@VancouverViralVids its basically the elantra hatch on N
@@VancouverViralVids 4 doors and more leg room then both the Veloster and Kona and also more cargo room and I think it's lighter then all 3 of them.
@@dnegel9546 probably not lighter than the Veloster N, but then you get four real doors, a usable hatch AND a manual transmission!
Anyone who owns any N knows they’re absolutely incredible
Hyundai is junk.
True
Facts
Im sold, i want one. Gonna get Elantra in black
@@davstark8666got a veloster n in red love it def should get a n bro
Taking my kids in the Elantra N (i30 Sedan N here) and they are the worst/best passengers: ‘make it louder! Make it pop!’
Always a smile driving this, from the starting growl to the turbo windup sounds…
I would never risk kids in such as unsafe car as something this crap. Have a close look at how it is put together and then compare that to a Toyota product.
@@DEVILTAZ35 I did and the Hyundai is a better car… The Toyota interior is as cheap as a hyundai like i went to their factories in Ontario since I went to school for engineering. The build quality has gotten better so they’re the same the only gripe you can give is their non 2.0L engines…
You bout dumb as hell. Every single new Toyota product out on the market has a CHEAP ass interior.@@DEVILTAZ35
I own a Kona N. This car man…. Make me smile like no other cars. I prefer Kona N for the height, he have crazy winter around here. So a car isn’t the best. Love my kona N
It's basically a car tho.
That's sick it should handle fine with all that power.
The Kona is basically a car though. Aslong as you're running snow tires there's no difference between a fwd car and a fwd SUV except ground clearance, the car theoretically would perform better because it's lower to the ground.
@@biggranny000 and the ground clearance on the Kona is not even that much better. It's just the sitting position that's higher.
Hyundai's been killing it. Absolutely murdering the industry.
Tell me you don’t know what your talking about without telling me you don’t know what your talking about
@@rossithebossi4836 thought you were on to something huh?
@@rossithebossi4836 oh self roasts those are rare
@@MaddNomad1015 the have shit products they produce cool sounding engines but reliability is below par
@@rossithebossi4836 Lmao theyre highest rated relaible cars in 2021 on JD Power and Consumer reports. What u smokin?
I couldn’t be happier with my Elantra N. It’s the perfect blend of daily drivability and sportiness. I’ve seen some dynos from the dct showing over 300 hp 🤔
It seems like manufactures are low balling their power outputs. Heard the new wrx has 245hp at the wheels. Which means 300hp at the crank. So that Elantra N has to have 300+.
320+ hp lol
@@throwingdartsandbreakinghearts I highly doubt that, 245 at the wheels with awd is like 320 at the crank, and Subaru tends to overstate their performance
These cars absolutely do not have 300 whp.
@@AntFragale have you driven one? Its uderrated asf
I have 2 car seats in the back of my Veloster N, ages 1 and 4. No issues getting them in or out. Yes, 4 doors would be more convenient. But I absolutely love my Veloster N.
Good to know. I have my first kid on the way and I want a manual hot hatch for my next car. Was definitely worried about the VN’s car seat situation though.
Not gonna lie, getting the 1 year old in a reverse car seat in that small passenger rear door is a bit tricky but I got used to it quick. Once she is old enough to be forward facing it will be much easier. My 4 yo sits behind the drivers seat and I just move the seat forward and she climbs in.
@@Bp2181991 you'll be sorry we'll frustrated. Also in an emergency it can be dangerous.
@@dnegel9546 It works out fine plenty of space lmao
Im really thinking about buying a Veloster n and i did a test drive on it 2 times. So how is the car with you in general? And Do you really recommend it over the elentra n ?
I’d buy a Jakuri C, manual only of course
I’m totally with Yuri in taking the Veloster of the N triplets we get. Sucks that it’s getting killed :(
Would be nice if we had the i30 N here
@@Guy_on_UA-cam it’s less that North America hates hot hatches and more that North America loves SUVs. That reasoning right there is why we have a Kona N and not an I30 N. Like we even had the Elantra GT N-Line, so close to an Elantra GT N but nope, had to opt for SUVs
The Veloster N hasn’t been announced to be going away. Only the other velosters!
@@oriondewitt they at least need to do something with it, it still has the older version of the 2 litre N engine and it needs a facelift too. Palisade facelift just got announced and the venue should get its facelift soon considering the Kia Soul just got its facelift revealed. Those three were the only Hyundai cars they’re continuing to produce that have the older version of the cascade grille.
Plus there have been rumours that Hyundai is supposed to be building a production mid engined hatchback or coupe based off the RM19 race concept. I don’t think if they made something like that they’d keep the Veloster name.
Either way, kill, refresh, or replace, it’s a bit outdated despite being released for 2019 MY something has to happen to it, and I personally think they’ll kill it :(
I really need to grab one of those manual Elantra GT N-lines before they get too used. Then one day I'll transplant a whole N drivetrain and some suspension bits into it, and voilà!
@@Spr4ng yeah you might as well, whenever people start trashing them you’ll see N 2 litres in scrap yards everywhere
The Kona N makes perfect sense for people who live in areas with really bad roads but still want a sports car when you hit good pavement. Had I bought the elantra n i would have ripped the front bumper off 500 times by now.
Exactly what I just told a guy above saying the height of the KN is pointless
Where I live we have bad roads and a ton of snow during winter. I had an Elantra N Line before my Kona and snow was always hitting under the car.
Crazy but true, the "lowered it to make an N" statement in regards to the Kona is untrue. The Kona N actually rides HIGHER than the standard Kona. Look it up if you don't believe me, super weird.
The ground clearance, not the height. Aero bumpers have a lot to do with that i believe.
@@PHaddaway The overall height of the standard Kona is 61" and the Kona N is 62". The Kona N's overall height is taller.
@@veritaz212 Kona N is 61. Kona is 61-62 depending on rails or not. I'm dropping mine anyway regardless 🤷♂️😅
Kona N is my daily. Love it! Torque steer is a feature and was left in. Traded in my Veloster N for it. I’m 6’2” the Veloster I would hit my head every large bump. Kona has more tech, power driver seat, more head room, bigger more comfortable seats. Both cars are great for the money.
Honestly I really about to do the same thing is it really worth it?!
@@swift_star6515 I have owned many hot hatches from amg gla 45, mini jcw, mazdaspeed3, GTI’s and the Veloster n. The Kona n checks all the boxes, fun, practical, sounds fantastic, drives raw, great road feel and heavy steering. It’s a badass ride. And when your in eco you can get 30mpg too.
@@drumflip1253 random question, what type of fuel do you put in it? regular or premium? I'm picking up mine soon and the dealer said regular is fine.
@@duski46 I always do premium just to be safe🤟
@@drumflip1253 picked the Kona N up Monday and dealer filled her up with 87 😬 but will be switching to premium going forward
I got a Kona N and I'm in love with it. Everything from the performance to the daily driveability. It gets me to work comfortably in Eco mode just like every other small crossover and on the weekends I throw it in N Mode and have a blast! However the suspension is still brutal even on Eco. It's livable. But should've been made better for American roads. Perhaps some all seasons would help with that. But im not trading performance for comfort
i only use ECO and N mode lol
@@yourmanzach2307 you can also make a custom N mode thats basically identical but wont lock out 7th/8th gear. Better for mpg
Kona N drivers are the type of Nthusiasts that actually use eco mode every now and then. Not me. I’m an N-mode all day guy. Ahem. Custom N-mode so that i dont break my back. Driving these in eco should be a punishable offense.
Change to 18in wheels when you get the chance. Night and day ride quality different
@@karmahunden35 mpg in eco is so nice though 😢
Yuri needs to dye his hair blonde and recreate an Initial D scene
I support
100%
His hair was blonde a while back lol
I wish they had a Elantra GT N, they did have a N-line (which I have) More cargo and leg room than the Veloster and 4 doors, and more room than the Kona. Really nice interior too. They do have it overseas as the "I30N". I really want to upgrade to one of these vehicles in the future, it'll be a huge performance upgrade, I would never buy a Kona though as I hate SUVs.
Friend has a 2012 Sonata that caught on fire while her mechanic was driving it after a maintenance schedule.
@@atmark666 my friend has a 2018 GMC truck that caught on fire in a parking lot. Nothing was parked near it and he had just shut it down a few minutes earlier.
Point is: any vehicle (EV included) can catch on fire. Because people are so focused on Hyundai/KIA now every fire makes the news.
The GMC Sierra truck didn’t make the news. The tow truck driver said he had seen others spontaneously combust.
Your friend’s experience may be due to the mechanic not repairing the vehicle properly. The high pressure fuel system must be fixed per manufacturer’s specifications.
I've been a subscriber for a while now and these 'earbud comps' are dope. Nobody else is doing it and yalls conv has character. Keep up the great work guys!!
I think with having had both of these tyres on my i30N 2k18 i can honestly say the Michelin PS4S makes the car way calmer and absorbs the road better than the Pirellis...So your stiffness test is down to that mostly i think.
Funny, I was just watching your channel YESTERDAY thinking to myself "I really wish they'd do a side-by-side review of the Kona N" (I'm considering a Hyundai N car but can't decide which one) so thanks for reading my mind I guess. Great content as always.
I like the way the Kona N looks and it’s pretty cool that a company actually decided to make something like this.
My next purchase will be the Elantra N. I absolutely love it!!
really debating on one of these two...
Elantra N: cooler seats, sunroof, but has brace in the trunk
Kona N: seat doesnt light up, no sunroof, but fits my daily driver needs or storage
They have access to a rear-wheel drive platform in the G70/Stinger. Wish Hyundai would take that setup and make an N car out of it. It'd be cool to have like a Sonata-sized, RWD N sportback.
Isnt the Stinger that already?
Front drive lose 10% of enginr power to the wheel. Rear drive 15% all wheel 20% so if the tire can hold the grip, front wheel is the most efective way to use power for speed. It means if cars have same engine power front drive car will be the fastest one.
@@youngmoon8762Not entirely true. The biggest problem with FWD is traction.
When you're doing fast acceleration the forces applied pushes down on the rear wheels and lifts up the front.
So FWD cars are losing traction while RWD cars are gaining traction under high load.
RWD cars also tend to have much better balance.
RWD cars can also exit corners faster.
That's why rear-mid engine cars are the most ideal. Minimal drivetrain loss, engine weight in the rear, and great balance. A shame no one can build one that's affordable anymore.
In Portugal almost any man love kona 😂
Bruh…. This is exactly the review/mashup I was looking for. These guys are the best in the game.
I own a Sonic Blue Kona N and I absolutely love the thing. I traded my SEL Elantra for it...didn't wanna go from a SEL elantra to a N elantra but the Kona N is a phenomenal car and in eco I've gotten 31mpg&when in N mode it's a whole different car 😍💙
I was thinking of going Elantra N from a SEL
@@bryanflores7838 I don't think you could go wrong with that choice! Putting it into N is so much fun and it's great when you pull up to people who have no idea what you're driving and its burpling and popping 😁
I owned three Hyundai products and will never buy another. The 2004 Santa Fe was flawless but the 2010 was a total lemon and the 2012 Elantra I decided to give them a second chance with started actively falling apart by 90,000 miles.
@@dark6c159 lmao Hyundai was a whole different company 10 years ago. Never seen any bad reviews on the Veloster N
I had a kona sel and now an elantra N. So it's the other way around
Bought a 23 Kona N in black.. my god is this an amazing car. I've done a few runs in Mexico against a few STIs and won each time because of how Damn quick the DCT shifts
Too many crackles and pops??? Never get tired of that!
Holy crap I've never been so happy to see a budget performance car with a decent infotainment
Absolutely live my Kona N. No one has any idea how fast it is and a resonator delete is amazing on these. I did a very crazy road rally with high speed cornering last week and was very impressed. The PZero tires I definitely need to upgrade and probably a wider tire or spacers for a wider wheel base and it'll be golden. Most likely will lower 1-2" as well to take some of the high body roll away.
Great job as usual fellas. And I very much appreciate the Schfifty Five reference.
Have a 23 Elantra N performance blue with manual on preference order with my dealer. Can't wait love it.
Thank you guys ! Always excited for your content! Best on UA-cam
This was a really great side-by-side review. Thank you for being one of the few car reviewers to actually know how to use the N Custom settings.
fuck ive owned the car for a month now and still be finding out weird cool stuff about it.
I honestly think the Veloster is the better choice. All they need to do is give all the technology and features from the Elantra N (such as the gauge cluster, huge infotainment screen), and it'll be a great buy.
The Kona N just looks like a blast to drive, it's compact, good ground clearance, seems agile, sounds nice and since I have a 2012 s/c Mustang GT, The Kona N would be something different.
So did u get the Kona n lol ?
I have a N line and even though I don’t have a Kona N I’m truly still happy owning a Kona
Nobody gonna talk about the "Schifty Five" reference from Jacob when going over the train tracks? That was an ebaumsworld classic. "My i.q. is 55"
What you do today shplien
Literally test drove both of these cars today, prior to even seeing that this video was being released.
Our take (prior to watching the video): The Elantra N is a better car in almost all ways. It is more spacious on the interior, feels nicer to drive, has more comfortable seats, and seems to put down the power better. The Kona N sort of wins in "utility" but that's only really ground clearance and the off chance you wish to drop the rear seats to fit something bigish in the upright hatch. Otherwise, the Elantra N easily takes the win.
To put it into perspective, we own a Focus RS. The Elantra N surprisingly close to the RS. The N makes better exhaust noises, is still plenty quick and handles extremely well for a FWD, has more comfortable seats, has more room in general, and has newer tech. The RS makes better intake noises - including turbo noises, is sharper handling, faster, and uses rear biased AWD for really fun power delivery.
We loved each to death and wish the dealers weren't playing the shenanigans they are. The Kona N was about $9k over listed MSRP and the Elantra N was $11k over MSRP (both USD). It's a damn shame. If it was even slightly near MSRP we'd likely jump at the Elantra N. For reference, I was offered any 3-series BMW for $2500 over MSRP (including the M3). Now, I realize the design is a bit polarizing so maybe that's affecting their value, but still...if the dealer markup on an M3 is that "low", the Hyundai offerings shouldn't be any worse.
I just got a KONA N--I owned a 2020 AWD Stinger GT 3.3TT and like the Kona better.I like sitting up higher--you need to realize hyundai paint is weak and the low sitting cars can have the door sills and skirts getting scuffed up easier.Also the elantras lower profile tires also means the rims can get scuffed up easier--on the slow mo at the start of this--i cringed watching the elantra going over the corner markers--I bet the elantras rims were scuffed up and unless they made a mistake the konas were not.
Where do you live? Dealers in my area aren't charging close to that much
I basically got my KONA for 35k flat--but my trade in--a 2021 CX-30 Turbo that I owned--only left me with paying 1k out the door for taxes.I now own a KONA N and after all is said and done--I pocketed 10k.
About time! the N community has been waiting for an Elantra N review from you blokes
The Kona n actually isn’t lower compared to the regular Kona
Great episode today guys! Although I drive a VW Jetta 2.5 I really dig the Elantra N and thanks for the Sirius XM link! Keep uP the good work!
This platform is absolutely nuts. I just managed to get myself a 2022 Veloster N, Performance blue, Manual. Had 11K miles. I've had it for 3 days and I am so shocked how well it performs and how good the stock exhaust is. SO FAR, I feel it's the most perfect hot hatch...
To anyone thinking about buying *any* high performance FWD car - get a solid rear motor mount. My veloster N doesn't wheel hop at all after installing one. the elantra won't either.
Title made me wait for "Im Thomas.. and im James!" then I realized what channel I was watching
Kona N design is really nice.
Great review! I would take the Kona N over the Elantra N mainly because I think it looks better.
It definitely does. I also think the Veloster N looks better than it as well.
I see N and click immediately!
Whenever I see the two of you together I think of Mallrats when Brodie says, "Hey, I tried to teach you how to handle comics in the sixth grade, but oh no. You wanted to play little league." I think of Yuri saying it to Jakub.
AWD on the Kona is a $1,500 option and the the diff in the 1.6T can handle 800 ftlbs torque from the diff manufacture. So all it would cost more should be no more $2,000. They have all the hardware to do it.
What twisty roads did you guys drive on? Pretty sure I’m close by and would love to bring my s3 to those back roads. I am thinking of getting a KONA N for a daily, loved this video ❤❤
"I'm Yuri, I'm Jakub Nnnnn...I'm going for a drive"
I see what you did there lol
I was considering a Subaru Crosstrek but now I’m considering a Kona N. The reason I was thinking of the Crosstrek was because the all wheel drive but I live in Florida and really don’t need all wheel drive. Hyundai has a much better warranty then the Subaru.
Its a good time to be working at a hyundai dealership! The cars sell themselves! It me up if you want to take one on a test drive and if your from Alberta, canada bound!
As much as I hate to admit it...I'd buy the Kona between the two. Just strikes me a better compromise when it comes to everyday vehicles. I'd likely go Veloster N or something else for more performance. For utility, the Kona, while compromised is still has a more flexible cargo area then the Elantra.
Kona is smaller and is only FWD.. where's the extra more utility?
@@mharro88 Kona in is smaller technically but the space is more dynamic and useful due to no bracing, taller storage area and split fold. FWD is fine as these are designed for spirited street use more than anything else.
To be clear I think both are close and great cars but if I wanted more utility or more sport, I would not choose either.
They actually did Not lower the Kona N at all.. it has the exact same ride height/ground clearance as the regular Kona
KIA did used to pull that crap with the Forte SX, saying it had some specialized suspension, but if you do a search for parts, all the #'s are identical with the base model.
Actually the regular Kona sits lower then the N 😅 someone measured them.
@@dnegel9546 does it really!?
@@Don-hw7ws yup. Is just the bodykit/lip makes it seem lower.
It does! They didn’t want to sacrifice the practicality of the Kona N by lowering it and it being unusable as an SUV. They knew the customer base in the market for a Kona do SUV things lol. Like go camping and off-road every now and then, things like that. Which is why some people buy SUV’s. They did not want to lose that aspect of the vehicle but made it overall more Fun!! Plus it looks cool lol
Awsome review as always, guys! I use my Elantra N mostly for track driving and I'd love to have Kona N in my fleet so I have more versatility. Hopefully that happens oneday. :)
BTW, I've noticed Canada spec EN gets heated steering and sunroof in manual so I'm guessing it's close to a Korean spec EN. US gets neither of them. :(
Okay but the i30N Fastback would make me sell my Veloster N because those body lines and styling are absolutely delightful. It's my "I wish we had X car from Europe" model
I have the DCT Elantra N. So glad I went with that over the M/T. Incredibly fun car!
I was a manual guy till I touch DCT. Now I’m more of a DCT guy over manual
I ordered i30n with dct. I was a manual fan a year or two ago. But you just cannot beat the percision and performance of the wet dct. And on the plus side, you have a lot less chance (if any) to ruin your synchros, which then makes driving a pain instead of a pleasure.
Can we get a stand alone review of the Elantra N phase?
I have owned the Elantra N since Dec. Of 2021. I have never owned a car that makes me smile every time I get in until now. Love this thing. Thanks for the comparison. Love these reviews.
Right on!
VN Owner here, All 3 are great cars. Just perfer the smaller hot hatch VN but no doubt would get the Elantra if the VN didnt exist. Just not a Sedan person.
Got the Kona N, 3.6k miles in 2 months. Got it over the Elantra N because of the hatchback, I'm strongly thinking that this car HP numbers is at the wheels. I love the thing, makes me smile so much, even more than my previous v6 mustang and my parents v12 aston! Not as good as the aston, but damn the Kona and Elantra sound amazing! These cars have really surprised me, I'm definitely keeping the Kona when I get a gt350 for a weekend car!
You're exactly right. The KN puts down around 285 HP to the wheels when put on a dyno! I have a KN also and I totally agree, super fun to drive.
That Elantra just looks mean, love it!!
@@Daveyboy_RS3 🍻 You understand 👍
As a couple who owns both a Veloster 22DCT and a 23 kona N we love them both and go for runs together all the time 😊
Sounds like the Elantra N with DCT would be the best choice??????
It's a beast. Better than the MT imo
i have a 21 kona ltd (not n because it needs to be a family vehicle not a fun vehicle, sadly) but when i pull up beside someone in a sports car and make that eye contact that means we're gonna race away when the light turns green, i put it in sport mode and keep up with or beat them frequently, which is great fun. so much for it not being the fun car! :P very cool to see how the n options perform.
I wonder if in the future Tuners will be able to use the NGS button to overboost the car for more then just 10hp maybe something like 20/30 would be goood
Yeah, I really wish they would have boosted the hp to 300. 0-60 mid 4's would have been an incredible benchmark for Hyundai.
Aye just snagged a Kona N last night. Love it so far!
How is it?
The launch control you didn’t have it set up correctly. Set rpm to 3500 then activate it push brake pedal down hard. And slam gas pedal down fast. Not slow.
Imagine what these would do with some parts from The Racer's Edge
Don't tell Hector
I need Nawz. Better make it 2 of em.
I see the way you drive you got a heavy foot you’ll blow yourself to pieces
Thank you for doing the Kona N justice, I love my girl!!
Thanks for the review! Glad Yuri onboard with the Kona N existing lol
How is the FOX body these days ? Will we be seeing it soon ?
Very good review. I'd still get the M/t over the dct. Regardless of how faster and better features it has, I still like to control my car. Hopefully next year they decide to add the sunroof and give the US spec more features.
No idea why Canada gets the sunroof on the 6MT and we don't.
@@crazylegson2 that's mind boggling to me. The US seems to always receive the worse from car companies
i would love to see them make a hyundai genesis coupe N
Loving my Kona N! So damn pretty in the blue and it’s incredibly fast. Not everyone in my small town knows what it is so they all look😋
I get the same reactions lol
Same here too and it act a bit like a sleeper. Almost everybody don’t know about N.
I still haven't seen a single Elantra N or Kona N in person on the road here.
@@Ezero8 I just pulled up to an elantra N in my Kona N today lol but it turned into carvana haha. They actually look really nice I like the body lines. If I didn't want the tailgate for camping and beach I'd say elantra looks a little better.
@@outsidethebox6986 Elantra N has a super gutsy and pure design
I used to be a Hyundai Sales Person so I like all the Hyundais. N group is definitely top of my list with the Konas though. Might be biased though because I drive a 22 Kona NLine 😅
They have lowering springs for the Kona N and it looks slick and like it should have been. A hot hatch.
If the Kona N were AWD, it would be a really tempting vehicle.
I'd love to see a Sonata N considering it already has an N-Line trim and the mid size sedan segment, despite the low volume of sales, has a huge void in terms of enthusiest options.
Hyundai have the Elantra N that is why they won't make a Sonata N.
@@lukemothug And that makes me want it that much more.
@@damienlee1165 I seen a Sonata N go hard they are still a quick car.
Sold my e92 m3 competition that was my daily driver for 5 years for the Elantra N in performance Blue. Cant wait for it to arrive!
Wtf.....
@@TML34 The e92 m3 was the best vehicle ive ever owned, aside from a gt3/4 ill take it over any Porsche or Ferrari as well, but its a terrible daily, running costs and gas totaled over 1000 a month alone. I currently have my X6M until my N arrives.
@@TML34 Also with the way the market is now i made a killing selling it, got 10 thousand more than I paid for it 5 years ago lol.
@@dylanb2142give us an update: what’s the verdict on the Elantra N vs the BMWs you’ve owned? More fun? Were your cars dct?
@@karmahunden M3 was manual, EN is a dct. The EN is the better handling vehicle of the 2, and the better daily. I mean i do miss kicking the rear end out and the sound of the v8 but i am happy with my decision still. And the EN is just way better in the canadian winters, still wouldn't mind a e92 again as a weekend car one day.
I wish Hyundai would bring the i30n to Canada 🇨🇦 I have the elantra gt n line and love it, can only imagine an actual N in that body style..hyundai take my money if you bring it!!
The Kona N is not an SUV in any way. Its a slightly raised hatchback, and a small one at that. Mine is riding on H&R lowering springs, Yokohama 245 width 18" AD08Rs, and with a SXTH Element motor mount is a better car in every sense than the STi hatch that I replaced.
Ok best intro for a long time. Wow. That was sick. No disrespect to other intros though.
About to me damn lol been waiting for you all to review this Elantra for months
Not in Toronto... But born in the late 80s with my Focus ST & Cottage in the Lincolnshire countryside.
Interesting timing, So was this a little fun comp with Savage Geese or an international collaboration?
Love the Chill channel.
Yeeeees ! I’ve been waiting for you guys to review the Kona N !
Got the Kona N because the rear seats go down and is more usable daily.
cant wait to get my kona N next year upgrading from my 20 VT ultimate
Did you guys have the cars octaned learned? The extra psi makes a difference.
These cars are given to us by Hyundai and filled with whatever the previous automotive journalist decided they can afford (87 octane most likely unless it specifies the minimum on the gas door)
@@TheStraightPipes if the psi reached 19psi during the test then the cars were octaned learned. If it didn’t go past 15/16 psi they weren’t running their best. It’s almost like a factory stage 1 tune.
Been waiting for this!
The Elantra N looks so damn sick in that blue color. Seriously considering it if I can’t get the GR Corolla
This is the one of the video's i was wishing for. Finally I can make my decision to get witch one..
So it sounds like the Kona is a better option for the average person who can't afford multiple vehicles and or track access.
The real scenario I'm not hearing the viewers bring up they make it sound like a soccer mom alternative, is it the corner inn it's for the average person stuck in traffic all week that gets a stretch of road here or there to enjoy.
The other scenario that I'm not hearing reviews bring up is that the Kona in is for urban dwellers who want a GTI but don't want to crash the oil pan and are tired of living the low life, the average car owner who buys a home or visits homes with driveways with steep inclines, or the owner who goes on small road trips and ends up in parking lots with questionable speed bump height.
Overall he's a two great cars I myself prefer a smaller hatchback and the kona is right around the size of a GTI I think it's slightly wider.
As a hot hatch owner (Renault Clio RS Trophy), I had to akwardly ask 2 of my passangers to exit the car so I could make the incline, w/o bottoming out :(
I own a drum shop and always buy hot hatches. Kona N is way more practical and glad to own one.
Seems plausible that the DCT-equipped cars (NGS mode notwithstanding) make a bit more starch than the M/T version.
Woah seeing you go down that hill on Appleby threw me for a loop when talking about ground clearance
as a construction worker the Kona N interest me more purely due to the ride height & extra space in the back, my parking situation isn't always paved so at least the Kona would work, and the extra room for all my tool hardcases & bags would be ideal.
and on the weekend it's still fun enough to just go for a drive and have fun
Honestly, if the Kona N was AWD I would be in the dealership tomorrow to trade in my GTi. I really would take it over a Golf R at this point.
I just bought the kona N a few days ago and I ended up at a red light with a golf R 🥴 yesterday.