New 2022 Hyundai Kona review // Some interesting changes..
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the new 2022 Hyundai Kona small SUV. What’s new for 2022? The exterior of the Kona is sharper and sleeker with new wheel designs, a bolder grille, new front and rear styling, increased cargo space and rear seat legroom. The N Line model we are test driving looks sportier than ever with body colour cladding, an N Line front bumper fascia and grille, as well as, 18” alloy wheels. The base Kona engine is a 2L 4-cylinder matched with a CVT, gone is the 6-speed automatic transmission. It has 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. Optional FWD and AWD. We are testing the N Line with a turbocharged 1.6L 4-cylinder engine, a 7-speed dual clutch transmission, 195 horsepower up from 175 and 195 lb-feet of torque. It has standard AWD in Canada with independent rear suspension and FWD gets solid rear axle suspension. In the US, you can add AWD for $1,500 USD and $2,000 CAD. For 2022, the 1.6L turbocharged engine is only available on the N Line model, which is a change from 2021. This engine was an option on more trims last year. The N Line comes with plenty of standard features but to get LED headlights, LED taillights and a sunroof, you’ll have to add the Ultimate package for $5,600 CAD or Tech package for $2,500 USD. The Kona gets a redesigned dashboard giving it a more modern look. It now has a bigger standard touchscreen going from 7 to 8 inches with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto. An optional 10.25 “ digital driver display, a 10.25” touchscreen, wireless charger, an electronic parking brake are now available for 2022 as well as, more cargo space and second row legroom. The new N Line trim we’re testing comes with black seats with red stitching, a black headliner, metal pedals, N logo on the seats, steering wheel and shifter giving it a sporty look. To get a lot of the extra features on the N Line trim, you have to add the Ultimate Package for $5,600 CAD or Tech Package for $2,500 USD. That’s where you’ll find the 10.25” touchscreen and digital instrument cluster, wired Apple Carplay and Android Auto a head-up display, leatherette seating surfaces with red stitching, wireless charging pad, head-up display, ventilated front seats, electronic parking brake, a 8-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and highway driving assist. That brings you to $33,699 CAD /$28,200 USD. Add another $1,500 USD to the price if you want AWD in the US, it’s standard in Canada on the N Line trim.
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Have a 2022 Hyundai Kona.
Left headlights on accidentally however found out if engine is off & doors locked headlights automatically go off no matter what setting
I am very satisfied with this car
The interior looks good...not sold on the changes to the exterior. Odd configurations with the wireless CarPlay-- large screen trade off. I just want to say...I really don't see that wireless charging is a great feature if you have to plug in to use apple CarPlay anyway.
Bought one for my Wife
She Loves it.over 40 mpg on Highway mid over 35 in the City.She won't let me Drive it.The n line package
Cost $35,800 out the Door.
Life time tires,3years free Maintenance that includes oil changes.get the 1.6T
Don't have to use much petal at all.I looked up top speed on the kona n line
130 mph that pretty Good.
195 horse power
195 pounds of tongue.
Eagle 235 45 18 tires.
Real test Consumer.
CVT saves gas, and people buy this price range really don’t care about if it’s DCT or CVT as long as the price is good, looks good, great mpg (or kilometer per liter in Canada) and well equipped.
liters per 100 km in Canada not kilometers per liter
Sheep(People whom buy transportation which will get them from point A to point B) buy CVT.. Enthusiasts stay away from CVT. Sorry to say but it's the truth.
@@Kiss__Kiss if you are a real enthusiast, you wouldn’t buy a Kona to begin with anyway, unless you are a rice rocketeer😂😂😂
@@TurfSurf To a person starting out (Which is whom this is targeted for, as earlier specified), and do not want to buy something more expensive, yet want a little thrill in their life? I am sure this is a bargain with the DCT and AWD. Of course talking about the "N" Line.
@@Kiss__Kiss This video wasn’t about the N line models, it’s a pure run about daily commuter. Obviously, Hyundai knows more about the customer base via their market research dept to build it with a CVT.
I ordered a 2023 Kona N Line base model in misty jungle, biggest upgrade for 2023 I think is the standard 10.25" touch screen, I just couldn't see the value in the ultimate package for $5600 cad, I might as well get a cx-30 turbo for not much more, In my opinion, the 2023 Kona N Line is the best value for your money!
Cool, did you get it?
@@clifhellner1493 No, it took forever to come in so I just got me a 22 cx30 turbo instead.
From what I’ve been told, they should be arriving at dealerships any day. How you liking the Mazda?
@@clifhellner1493 Best in class in my opinion interior and driving dynamics wise.
The biggest thing I noticed with this car is the small interior room. Smaller than a toyota matrix. The ride with AWD was excellent. Soaked up bumps well. I liked the interior ambient lighting at night. They must be selling tons of these I see them everywhere
This is a sub-compact. The Matrix was a compact, just like all Corollas. Its equivalent would be an Elantra.,
Wow. I think it looks very nice :)
A super practical, sporty little SUV with very decent performance.
I’d definitely go N line with all the bells and whistles.
I think this would be great for zipping around town, in good weather or snow, but I wouldn’t take it for a long trip as it is so small.
Glad they got rid of most of the plastic cladding. Wish Mercedes would do that with the GLA and GLB. :)
I have taken my 2020 Kona turbo on lots of long trips. Perfect , due to comfort, handling, great mpg, and passing power available.
Great little car! I like the new dashboard. Hyundai/Kia are getting so much right, and consumers are the big winners!
Nice car but not in reliability
@@dodobono452 nonsense! They don't use takata hand grenades, err,. Air bags. I have owned their vehicles since 2002, and they have been bulletproof.
@@jrs9264 lol
@@Brian-jv8iy Brian you get burned by a bad lemon from them or something? Why so strong of an opinion about this?
@@dodobono452 I suppose you may have had a negative experience with yours, but in general it’s a reliable car. In fact, according to Consumer Reports, the Kona has had “well above average” reliability for at least the past three years.
We owned three Kia Souls (Kona's twin) and loved them all. Our last was the Exclaim turbo with the DCT. We loved the performance, but were disappointed with the DCT transmission in real world use. It always lets you down at the worst possible time. It will lag when you need it the most. DCTs are prone to overheating in challenging conditions (not things 99.9% of buyers will ever do - think TFL on a rugged AWD trail). The choice of a DCT ruins the Soul and Kona performance models for us. But as small CUV and EV lovers, we can't wait for Kia and Kona to some day release AWD electric versions.
8spd wet clutch in 2022 Kona N sounds like a good option (worthy trade-off in-place of AWD)… My 2021 Kona Luxury with 2.0L is capable going up he slippery stuff. The engine only needs to rev up to 2000rpm ( while locked in first gear) for the steepest hills.
DCT lag is product of reduced engine output in hot weather as the fuel mixture is leaned out. I use plus instead of regular gas in hot weather and no problems on 2 Hyundai vehicles with that engine/transmission combination.
We’re empty nesters looking for a “tweener” vehicle (get us through current availability/price issue on SUV she wants). Do rear seats fold down? Medium sized dog friendly?
I've got a '21 Kona and the rear seats do fold down. And I have about a 45lb dog who rides comfortably in the back seat all the time.
I love my new Kona!!!!
Kona N with 280hp is going to be a big seller. Unfortunately it won't be available with a manual transmission
This is truly a power couple. This review is amazing.
we had a Murano with CVT, trans blew up on 2 year, they wouldn't cover it, cost $7000 to fix in Lindsay Nissan Canada
The strange thing is that on Hyundai Canada website for the 2022 Kona N-line it states it comes with a 7 speed Dual clutch transmission…..
Turbocharged 1.6L DOHC 4-cylinder engine (195 HP and 195 lb-ft torque) with Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing and Gasoline Direct Injection, Engine idle stop & go, 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
how is it strange? this is what the reviewers said
CVT on base engine
"What do you have to put it in?" lol Love it... 3am here... I am going through my emails and whatnot, as my family is asleep.. Love watching you guys!!!
That Kona looks like it drives quite nicely!! Sporty!!! Glad they did this to attract the "PERFECT" buyer..
I kind of wonder how they talk to each other when the camera isn't on and they get on each other's nerves. "Oh honey, you know what, I'm going to have to put it in "S" mode for "Shutup", because if you don't like my driving you can get out and walk."
@@BoopSnoot Like every other couple in real life.. lol Good one.
Wouldn't the kona be more comparable, size wise, to the CX-3, Nissan Kicks group of cars?
Yes. Yes, it would.
So the Quashquai and CX 30 are larger. I don't see the point of those smaller models if all the car companies have slightly larger ones.
Good review but mileage conversions are incorrect.
How about the dual clutch transmission? The ones I’ve tried aren’t so good, they are a little jumpy when changing between 1st and 2nd gear which is pretty annoying in the city. I have a KIA Soul with an IVT transmission and I love the smoothness and responsiveness of it.
I have a Soul too, the IVT is great.
Funny you mentioned that I'm from Australia and have a couple of owners have reported the same about the clunky or thump change from 1st to 2nd
I will stay away from DCT's from here on in. Durability and cost to replace is too big a headache. Totally agree about Hyundai's new IVT. I have it in my Kona and love it.
Please make comparison Kona vs Kona electric. Great video as always.
Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed the review.
this crossover does not have a CVT, it has a DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) ....a DCT has gears like a manual transmission and 2 clutches for fuel economy and swift gear changes ....one clutch operates gears 1, 3, 5, and 7 ....the other one operates gears 2, 4, 6, and the Reverse ....a computer decides when it's time to shift a gear, so DCT is a form of an automatic transmission ....the behavior of a DCT is so close to that of a manual transmission that if you hang a DCT car uphill (let the DCT hold the car weight based on the idle rpms), the clutches will wear out fast ....as they would with a manual transmission where the driver uses the clutch pedal to hang the car uphill (keeping the car from rolling back without touching the brakes or the gas pedal, but simply by pressing/releasing the clutch pedal by the right amount - provided the car idles at a healthy rpm level) ....also, when the traffic light turns green, don't floor the gas pedal, because DCT won't honor your desire to fly ....the advantage of DCT is fuel economy and fast smooth gear changes, while in motion
If the CVT is such a negative vibe (and so my auto mechanic son agrees, "don't buy one") why do they all keep adding it to these new cars?????? Very nice looking small SUV though, I'm lovin' the white.
Hyundai one much better than most. Yet, pairing it up with engine that lacks hp and low end torque is reason to avoid it. It's done to max out mpg ratings.
What does CVT stand for ?
As long as it's not a CVT transmission made by Jatco (Nissan owned) the transmission should be fine. To the best of my knowledge Hyundai, Toyota and Honda each make there own CVT's and are a slightly better. Everyone else mostly uses the CVTs from Jatco which has a poor reputation for unreliablity.
This is one sharp looking CUV. It packs a lot of style for (just) under $22,000. I would consider buying it, should a manual been offered. However... at well over $28,000! I think all of these (4 cars to consider) are too overpriced. Especially as they, according to stats provided, will be worth less than $15,000 (
I saw one for in the 40's HOLY COVID WE HAVE LOST OUR MINDS.
Bad time to buy right now, as greedy dealers are jacking prices up, as well as , the usual trying to steal your trade in and marking up the actual bank approved rates on loans.
Bad time to buy or trade in, indeed.
@@Brian-jv8iy at least you can get a good price for a used one with some of the 100 thousand miles factory warranty still left. Nissan ruined the reputation for CVTs, the Toyota and Honda versions are more reliable, but you should change the transmission fluid fairly often. I wait for the April issue of Consumer Reports magazine at the library, to see what thousands of owner surveys say for reliability and owner satisfaction. Buying the first year of a new design is risky, even if they reused older parts that were reliable in other vehicles.
Great idea. Reliability is not just a Brand issue. Different models (within every brand) will often have very different reliability concerns.
Really loving my 2022 N Line 2 Tone Ignite Flame! Well worth the factory order wait. Its such a fun car to drive :)
Nice review guys! Even though that ultimate package is pricey, the Kona N Line is still cheaper than a comparable Mazda or Honda. Pretty good deal on a pretty good car.
With the turbo, AWD and tech package you’re looking at $30k for the NLine, not much of a bargain IMO.
@@dawood121derful I suppose there's no such as a bargain these days. But the Kona is competitively priced.
@@johnholst 'competitive' is a relative term but I do appreciate your opinion.
They gave the body cladding to the new Subaru for the WRX …
Dual clutch transmission isn't pretty popular in Asia due to it's clunky transition at lower gear and overheating issue. Cars with CVT transmission control more than 95% of sales here in Southeast Asia.
Overheating a dual clutch is operator error! Learn how to drive one properly and there are no issues.
I will never buy a vehicle with DCT ever again. I can do without the durability and cost to replace headache.
Like the styling and heard they will offer a "N" version. Last I checked my local Kia dealer had 4 cars in inventory.
Between this review and the previous Tuscon one, I have to ask: Did Andrea color coordinate her wardrobe based on the color of the vehicle? 🤔 Nice, thorough review.
It took me years of feedback to convince Hyundai to include HD radio as standard, as well as instrument cluster with black letters/numbers on bright or white background. I also continue to tell them to ditch the antique torsion El cheapo rear suspension. I bought the 2020 limited 1.6 turbo with awd, just to avoid the junk torsion beam rear. I don't need or use the Blue Link, and would have preferred a temp donut spare instead of the virtually useless bubblegum kit. Bought one via ebay. Still working to get them to bring over i20 N and Bayon from Europe, as well as rear a/c vents and less hard plastic touch points throughout the Kona. And, yes, I would also avoid any CVT ! 😣🙄
Thanks for the review Andrea and Zack! Isn't there an all new EV version right around the Kona!😆
I see what you did there....
@@Motormouth... that was clever
Minor changes, but great car. Awesome video and review Andrea and Zack!
Thanks for tuning in every week, we appreciate the support. Glad you enjoyed it.
Looks better. I like it
Not sure why your surprised the 6 speed auto was eliminated (with the 2.0L) and replaced with the IVT transmission. The Kona was the last vehicle in the Kia/Hyundai lineup (with the 2.0L) that still had that transmission (some have had the IVT for 3 years e.g. KIA Forte).
Has Hyundai improved their 7 speed DCT? There were so many complaints with the 1.6T / DCT on the prior gen Tucson that Hyundai removed that combo and replaced it with the 2.4L / 6 speed auto in the 2019 refresh year.
They continue to refine it. The 2017 Elantra sport I owned had it, and the 2020 Kona turbo I own has it. Much better on the 2020. Very few, seldom hickups on the newer one. Most likely in very hot weather, when the gas fed to the engine leans out. They do say in the owners manual that you can step up in that weather to unleaded plus, instead of regular, to get the engine to operate smoother.
The thing I noticed is the iconic “tiger nose grille” it’s gone , why?
New front end looks better in 22 vs 21
I have the kona too, i LOVE IT.
I got it for me for now, and I'm going to give it to the kids in a couple of years. It's small so it'll keep them well behaved with friends in the back. Tucson is too comfortable.
Nice refresh and love the new dash but that option package pricing is crazy. Come on Hyundai! Thanks for the review.
Good luck getting one anyway. Most lots are cleaned out
It does look sharp, thanks for tuning in.
Trying to decide between the white or thunder gray N-line w/ tech package. Any opinions from the internet on color?
Please, I really love your videos. Did you by chance do a review of the hybrid version of this? I looked but I couldn’t find it.
This Kona exemplifies what's wrong with CUV design today. The "bumper" cross section (if that even exists anymore) and the headlights are low but the hood line and the LED DRL's look artificially high, like they piled on more car on top of the engine the way you pile on more whip cream on top of a sundae. If the majority of CUV's were built like the hatchbacks that they actually are, the styling and proportions would clean up so much. Also: looking at you, Toyota.
You guys are awesome. I’m done car shopping but I still watch because you guys are the best!
Thanks so much! We appreciate the support 🙏
I own the Kona 2022 N Line (without the ultimate package) and I love it!
Hi congratulations!! I love mine too 2022 n line ultimate. How's the dct treating you? Mine has a defect where there's a loud knock from 1st to 2nd gear....any issues with your vechicule or did i just get a lemon 😞
@@tonylipari4430 I get a hard pull from 1st to 2nd, but not knock noise
I own it with the full package and I'm just in love with it! It has so many features for the price I mean for me I went from a 2015 Nissan Altima so I'm happy! Hey enjoy your new suv!
Night Life is gone?
Love the Kona N-Line and looking to talk my granddaughter into getting one. Thanks for the review!👍
Did the cargo storage space change at all in the 2022? I am trying to get a hybrid bicycle with straight handlebars in the back with seats down.
mentioned are "projector headlights" they look LED reflector (vehicle being reviewed)
Base gets projector, this is full-load with LED
exremely popular here in australia, thet i would still choose a toyota over this
Hyundai is better than toyota nowdays
If you want practical but pretty bland performance in a vehicle, then go with Toyota. If you want a more enjoyable ride, go with Hyundai.
How is the “fun drive” compare to the EV version? Witch one is more dynamic?
in Europe the Kona N-line is a 2.0L T-DGDI with a 8DCT that has 280hp...
That's the Kona N, not the N Line, 2 different cars.
Their marketing department made a difficult one here.
Even if I don't like the car, I'll still watch, cos U2 do a great job. We need more of these. $30 for a 200hp AWD ride should be a target, tax in. Cross trek, HRV with a new dash and their 1.6t engine, or this puppy is prob all Canadian families need. Think u should do family shopping and a car, showing real life usage. No one does this. But I love ur format. Cheers from MTL.
Cheers and thanks for tuning in every week. We appreciate the support.
I really like the upgrades Hyundai did to the Kona. The only thing I will change are the tires. N-Line models should get summer tires as a option. I live in Carolinas where snow is rare and the back roads are curvy.
I am still amazed how many buy a turbo but fail to drive it for what has and also fail to use synthetic oil and change it every 4000, knowing not to drive it hard until warmed up and thus wonder why the turbo fails.
Glad to see Kona N reviews from u guys 👌
Thank you!
N Line *, not to be confused with the "Kona N" which is going to be FWD, 2.0L Turbo and 280hp haha
@@wt_heck u know N is different from N-line right?
@@langbutnotscottlang.2341 Yes, and they reviewed the N Line, and you said N
Love your channel!! Nice job Andrea and Zack! How smooth is the 7 speed dct in the Kona n line. I really like this car and was really impressed with the test drive. It checks all the boxes. Thanks for any advice.
2022 Hyundai Kona N CUV class.
-What do you like about the operation of the wet DCT transmission?. 👍🏼 or 👎🏼 🤔.
-What about Fuel Consumption versus Resources (Horsepower / Torque) and Own Weight?.🤔
The transmission feels jerky (hard pull) if you fully depress the gas pedal from 1st to 2nd gear, if you do a normal acceleration the shifting is very smooth (again from 1st to 2nd gear) after 3rd the shifting feels very smooth.
Fuel economy so far after over a month of owning the car, i seem to use the same amount of gas as i did on my Elantra 2013 1.8L naturally aspirated.
DCT is Dry not WET. WET will be in the KONA N 8spd
As someone who sells Hyundai’s, the vast majority of people do not care whether the vehicle has an IVT or 6 speed auto. Also, the soft touch points were also in the 18-21 Kona if you got the Luxury or Ultimate. Now they’re in the Preferred Sun&Leather and N Line Ultimate.
I don't see that engine & transmission having any trouble-free longevity. Might be good for a lease vehicle or for shorter-term ownership.
Engine is a 1.6T Gamma with no recall or failure issues unlike the Theta , DCT yes has had issues but only from those who do not know how to drive it properly or burn out the clutches going off road.
I love this model! I see them more and more often around the city and they look so fun and zippy. Also love the fact that Hyundai has a hybrid and EV model for this car. I would love to consider this as my next car but I am so worried about the size. Zack, I think you’re about my height - could someone sit behind you comfortably?
Depends how long you need to sit in the back. Short drives, no problem.
@@Motormouth... love the quick response! Probably pretty short times, we have a full size pickup truck for our long hauls. Love the reviews! Thank you!
I'm 6'1 and can sit behind myself in my 2021 Kona Luxury. Backseat is good enough for long distance if you're taller person, but need a shorty in the front seat. The Back seat is like an arm chair for taller people and has resting place for both elbow (assuming luxury version).
No hybrid versions in North America.
As always this review was done very well!!!! For me, any version of a CVT 'tranny' is against my religion! I hate em... They shoulda kept the 6 spd auto-with an available manual! With the CVT tranny they shoulda had a reduction in pricing, but I sure don't see it!
I feel the same way, though my Dad has an Impreza with the cvt, and it's actually really nice to drive. Super quick responsiveness, smooth, and doesn't make any weird noises or anything. 90k km with zero issues. Wouldn't buy one for myself, though.
I just found you guys a few days ago and i love 💕💕💕 your channel... great smart reviews with the good, the bad and the meh...And the pov of both a man and a woman...not just some blockhead dude...Btw, are you going to review or did you review the Kona EV? My dad wants me to switch my kia soul ev for one since kia is stopping the soul ev in the USA and in not partial to the Niro hyrid/ev...or haven't seen a good review.
I work for Toyota but my nephew was on a budget and we ended up with a 2019 used Tucson. When I asked my my colleagues who work at the Hyundai store they advised me to stay away from the dual clutch if I was going to sell the vehicle to a family member. Looks like it’s had a bad track record. Zack, is the 1.6T + DCT from the 2019 Tucson and the one they use in the Kona that same?
Thank you very much, so glad you love what we are doing! Really glad you found us. We would love to review the Kona EV, it's just not in the press fleet right now. We'll try and find one elsewhere to review. Thanks!
@@andreaspencer9813 No thank you...like i said i appreciate an honest opinion wi to without what we Americans call the dude bro mentality...If you do make a Kona EV review i will watch it as soon as it drops as i have my 🔔 on... 😂
@@melsangelbard Fantastic! We really appreciate the support 🙏
@@NelsonGasparDrives That's why I'm looking for good and honest reviews like the one on this channel because i didn't care for it when I drove the Kona niro so i wonder if the Hyundai Kona EV would be/feel the same...i don't care what people say i wouldn't give up my kia soul ev for anything except that kia is getting rid of them in the USA and apparently i can't buy one from Canada...sigh
nice review...agree..big money for these packages...am wondering if they need to look at some less expensive ones to get people in the door...seems others have more available and may be a better fit...enjoy..
Thanks for watching!
Does anybody remember the Hyundai Pony ?? Oh dear... Well times have changed and I just ordered a Tuscon Plug In Hybrid.
Great vehicle that me have a hard time to choose between Kona and Tucson! 😆
Yes, both are such great choices!
I find the Tucson is under power for its weight. I test drove one and had a hard time getting acceleration on the highway. The Kona 1.6T is quick!, if you don't need extra space I would totally suggest the Kona N Line (That's what i ended up buying)
Just wondering if it's the same money as a 2022 Kia Sportage SX Turbo?
My opinion I would buy the 2022 Kia Sportage SX Turbo yes it's a bit more money but that vehicle has get-up-and-go power👍
Kia's equivalent to the Kona is the Seltos. They're both subcompact SUV's while the Sportage is a compact SUV.
The CVT does give slightly better fuel economy but acceleration suffers as well as fun eg the previous Kona with the TC auto achieved quicker 0 100 or America 0 60
My 2021 Hyundai Kona was at Reliable Hyundai in Springfield Missouri for over 1 1/2 years. It only had 6500 miles on it and under full warranty. It had a transmission issue (s). The dealership experience was horrible. The excuse, week after week, month after month, was that the couldn’t get approval from Hyundai Customer Care. Only after getting an attorney involved, did they finally take the car back. During that time, they didn’t give me a loaner vehicle. I spent over $16,000 for 1 1/2 years of rental car expenses. I was expecting full reimbursement, but they only reimbursed $4000. What a scam! I finally went down the street and bought a Toyota Camry. I learned a lesson. I hope you avoid what I experienced.
Love the wheels with that white color😺
Don’t forget the Mazda Cx30 turbo with 250 hp
250 HP with premium fuel only, yet you like all that forget 250 is crank HP , minus 20% you get the real HP . This Kona 1.6T rates 195 but Dyno will show higher WHP
Love those wheels with the white color! Shame about the CVT
This one the reviewing has the dct on the wheels yeh they look good until you need to clean them look to busy
They may look white because of the black surrounding them, but the wheels are actually silver.
The CVT is designed by Hyundai themselves and it actually performs very well.
I'll wait for the Kona N model
Expect those limited supply vehicles to be used to large dealer additional stickups, err, add on stickers. 😣🙄😡👺👹
Exactly , like the Type R jacked up prices for high demand. Kona N will be scarce especially know with chip shortages.
Andrea... between this Kona and the 4 "for your consideration cars" which is YOUR pick? (I bet it's the Mazda CX-30).
If the Mazda CX-30 Turbo was in my budget, I would go for it, love the 310 lb-ft of torque on regular fuel. Sweet! Otherwise, this Kona with the 1.6T is another great option, so fun to drive.
The Kona is better, just by virtue of price, independent rear suspension, and much longer warranty. Mazda engine uses much more gas, hence lower mpg ratings.
@@jrs9264 I’d say it’s “better” if those are things you care about, sure. I just know Andrea likes Mazda lol.
The ultimate package is more than 2x price in Canada?
Why is Hyundai Canada packaging so odd and pricy, judging from this and the Santa Cruz?
My guess is the product planning dept. there. The USA lineup is different not only from Canada, but both are different from Europe. The i20 is much better than the accent, and the Bayon is much better than the Venue. 🙄
We have electric front seats heated and cooled and heated back seats.
I’m very happy they lost some of the flat plastic bits on the outside for 2022, I bought a 2021 black Kona Night edition for the murdered out look with the Rays rims and I love it but I wish there was less flat black plastic
Maybe grab some automotive polish like Meguir's ultimate. Makes black automotive plastic look Way better. I have a silverado work truck, and the front of the truck is almost completely black plastic. Made a huge difference for me.
The N line and N have the body matching color on the outside, while other models still have the plastic. Personally, I love the latter as it gives the Kona the more rugged look of a SUV albeit a small one, while the former makes it look more like a compact hatchback.
How about the Kia Niro ?
I would only buy one of these if they offered it with a 5 or 6 speed manual tranny. They have had so many problems with the automatic's . I don't understand why people prefer the automatic. In a small vehicle like this, it should have a manual!
Excellent review, liked and subscribed.
Great review of a great car. Along with Mazda CX30, Kona is another class leading subcompact SUVs. No wonder its everywhere.
Thank you and you are right, great little SUV.
Could you do a review of the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N-Line ?! Thxs 😁
Hyundai guy since 2002, had an Elantra 2017 sport before. Honestly, I would not touch the Elantra. Outside and inside design is just ugly mess.
I was actually thinking to buy Kona soon but 2022 coming with two things I always tried to avoid- dual clutch and CVT (less reliable, less fun and costly to fix). Now that I will get either of this whatever trim I select, I am literally into search to another brand. Maybe CX30, let’s see.
You should try the N, much more fun.
I'll watch both of you even without the cars..that how great your chemistry is. 👍
Thank you! 😊
Their chemistry is good, they would make a nice couple!
I’m a senior woman in Ontario without employment and just recently separated and am scared to purchase a new car during the pandemic. Many automotive youtubers are suggesting it’s a bad time to purchase a new vehicle. I am desperate for some guidance. Thank you.
It's just amazing how KIA gets it all right and Ford gets it all wrong.
I definitely would not get any vehicle with CVT. I would get a manual over CVT, which I would have to relearn driving a manual.
Same here, and same with GDI. There's a manual transmission Hyundai Venue for sale in Regina with port injection. Though with the new "intelligent" manual transmissions you may not be able to engine brake, which makes me want to give up and just ride my bike.
Not gonna lie, with less black cladding, it’s looking a bit like Audi Q3
The N package isn’t worth over 5,000$, the turbo model is a lot of fun to drive.
T-H-A-N-K G-O-D it does NOT have a CVT!!!!! Good Job Hyundai!!!!
You being sarcastic?
@@carletonwood6558 Regarding?
Here we loose the 1.0T manual.
Still retain the 2.0, but with a CVT.
The 1.6T gets a Dual Clutch, Executive and N-Line. The N-Line doesn't get the front fog lights. But gets, adaptive cruise control, keyless access with stop start button, blind spot monitoring, driver's side lumbar support, leather seats, LED headlights, wheel sizes stays the same, and a R80k increase in price.
Would I go for the N-Line, nah, the Executive makes a better proposition if the 1.6T is the only way to go. Once again, the 2 seconds lost on the 2.0 isn't a hardship for me for the 0-100km/h acceleration, neither is the 15km/h top speed, the 17" over 18" makes it easier to change if I get a flat. Just because the duration of time it's going to cost me to call for a breakdown, I'll be done with the change. The Stop Start button would be nice, but the R80k less for the 1.6T Executive from N-Line makes more sense, my age and duration of driving having become more relaxed the additional R50k saving to the 2.0 Executive makes even bigger financial sense.
The fly in the oil would be, if the EV was available here, I'd be picking the smaller 40kWh battery pack. I also don't do that long distances anymore. If it isn't under 200km away, why bother, and I would stretch it to 400km just because the province I live in has the best scenic drives. The better the views, the slower the traffic speed 80-100km/h, the less entertaining the more the limit is at 120km/h.
Did I just give myself a mind wedgy thinking of this, or make an argument for a relaxed driver?
What happened to nightlife?🎶💃🌛
Hyundai is starting to make engines with both direct and port injection, so that a used one is less of a problem if the previous owner did not change the oil often enough, or used low quality oil and gasoline, and never put an injector cleaner in the gas tank - I like the cheaper Berryman or more expensive Royal Purple Maxlife injector cleaners.
BG 44k is far superior to all the brands you listed ,far worth the price. Main thing is to use Top Tier fuel.
nice review you guys .
Thank you! 😊
I bought a 2022 Kona N Line and 5 days later and 286 miles the transmission needed to be replaced. I hope I didn’t buy a lemon.
No, you didn't. Those kind of problems might happen. It's a machine
Based on my experience, I will never buy a vehicle with DCT again. Durability and cost to repair/replace are not worth the headache.
Nice car cvt transmission the best..
I know that we are getting the Toyota Corolla Cross LE AWD, because of the 8.2" minimum ground clearance. What is with Hyundai ground clearance on their small SUVs, we have a 2017 Tucson AWD and the ground clearance is only 6.3" which living in snow country, we freqently get 'hung-up' in our apartment building's parking lot! Hyundai make pretty good and reliable SUVs, but till the low ground clearance issue is resolved, we will never purchase another Hyundai vehicle again!
She new. Who's looking at the Senorita or the car?
Hi. When will the 2022 toyota Rav4 be available. Thanks
I am waiting for Andrea to say S for Sport again :)
As always, wonderful review Team MM. I can't wait for the 2023 Honda HRV and see what they bring to the table against the likes of this Kona , Corolla Cross, and Cross Trek. I hope the Civic turbo engine is an option for it as the market is getting fierce.
Almost bought the previous style, but not a fan of the black claddings all around. Now its body colored, nice.