After a number of teasers, Hyundai’s N sub-brand has today unveiled the Kona N as it joins the lineup currently comprising i20 N, i30 N, and Veloster N. Getting straight to the point, it uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine producing a maximum power output of 276 horsepower and 392 Nm of peak torque. The N Grin Shift increases the power output by 10 horsepower too.
The powertrain is linked with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and the gear ratios are tuned for performance and the unique control unit allows for faster gear shifts. Hyundai claims the Kona N can do standstill to 100 kmph in just 5.5 seconds using launch control before topping out a maximum speed of 240 kmph.
While the N Grin Shift optimises engine and transmission for performance, the N Power Shift aids in maximising torque during upshifts, and the N Track Sense Shift comes in handy by maximising gear changes and reducing shift times further when pushed hard. Some of the performance-focussed features include a set of 19-inch forged wheels and electronic limited slip differential.
At the rear, the performance-based crossover gets a triangular-shaped third brake lamp, aero beneficial double-winged prominent spoiler for added downforce, N badging, and dual exhaust outlets. The bespoke Sonic Blue colour could find be made available in other N models as well in the near future. The cabin gains its share of N-specific updates as well.
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