2022 Hyundai Kona N | Combining High-Performance Power With Functionality

• The 2022 Hyundai Kona is Hyundai’s first performance SUV/Crossover that has all the latest updates in performance, styling, and technology.
• The 286 HP engine paired with its stiff suspension, tight handling, and 19-inch alloy wheels make the 20-second N Grin Shift boost an absolute blast to drive.
• Find the 2022 Hyundai Kona for sale at Edmond Hyundai.

The so called “N” brand has been a favorite by many for years now, and with the exciting news that Hyundai is now integrating the Kona into this performance lineup, Hyundai’s new SUV/Crossover is bound to turn some heads on the road, and on the tracks. With its turbocharged engine, sport-tuned suspension/chassis, and an industry new “Drag Boost” feature, the Kona N is going to be a hot commodity when it comes out this spring. 

Engine & Performance

As one of the main selling points of the Kona N this year, Hyundai’s newest SUV heavily focuses on providing a sporty experience using all the latest engine tune-ups & improvements. Packing an exhilarating punch to the line is the same turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine in the Veloster N, outputting an enormous 286 horsepower with an N Grin Shift over boost function. 

This over boost function is essentially a 20-second burst of 10 additional horsepower for those moments when merging on the freeway or getting to that next green light on a time crunch. Believe us when we say this, it makes a huge difference in real-world situations, not to mention pressing a red button on a steering wheel for an engine boost makes you feel like you’re straight out of a Men In Black movie. 

The Kona N Line sends all this torque out exclusively to the front wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (which was also recently added to the Veloster N model) and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. As of right now, Hyundai claims the Kona N will reach up to 62 mph in 5.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 150 mph total, making the 2022 Kona N Line one of the fastest SUVs ever made for production.

Fuel Economy & Pricing

Sadly, the EPA has yet to release any fuel economy estimates for the Kona N. However, we expect the performance N Line to be less efficient than the original model due to the 2.0L engine, which typically uses more gas than smaller engines. Sooner or later, we will have a chance to test out Kona N’s highway and city fuel economy, in which we will release all that information here. For all the information already out about the Kona N’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website along with Hyundai’s Kona N Line page for detailed updates.

Pricing has also yet to be released. However, based on all the updates with hardware and performance, we are expecting to see an increase of about $10,000. This makes the estimated price for this SUV hotrod to be around $35,000, which is a highly competitive price for a 5.5 second launch time SUV.

Driving Safety Updates

Considering it has a massive list of sport performance features, safety is always an important factor when buying an SUV. As of writing this, we don’t have a full list of all the safety features that are going to be included in the 2022 Kona N. However, standard safety features from similar Hyundai models such as the Veloster are expected to be introduced, including lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control, and automatic emergency braking. 

Obviously, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have yet to release any safety ratings considering the vehicle has yet to be released. More information on the safety ratings can be found on their sites along with Hyundai’s updates on their site. 

Interior Technology & Entertainment

Similar to the updated 2022 Kona, the N Line receives an updated 10.3-inch digital instrument cluster along with an identically sized infotainment screen that has Apple Carplay and Android Auto Integration. The highly recommended “Heads-Up” display is capable of communicating lap times and placing the driver at a specific location on a circuit – which we suppose is meant for pre-programmed racetracks. 

Our Final Thought

While we hope to see an implementation of AWD capabilities soon, which we see as majorly important for an SUV, Hyundai’s new 2022 Kona N Line is a brand new, exciting addition and Hyundai’s first performance SUV model. The 286 HP engine paired with its stiff suspension, tight handling, and 19-inch alloy wheels make the 20-second N Grin Shift boost an absolute blast to drive regardless of where you are. And with a price tag that is expected to hit below $35,000, Kona’s new features are sure to hit the mark directly on the head for an affordable, performance SUV. 

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