All-New 2024 Hyundai Kona: Futuristic and Fun to Drive

*Disclosure: The 2024 Hyundai Kona was provided to me for testing purposes and editorial consideration. All opinions are 100% my own*

A few weeks ago, I headed to South Carolina Lowcountry to experience the all-new Hyundai Kona.

The entire experience was simply amazing.

During my time there, I had an opportunity to spend time with new/old friends, ate some really delicious food and drove two of the redesigned 2024 Kona models (Limited (Grey) and N Line (Red)). Although the N Line is sportier than the Limited, both are sleek, futuristic, fun to drive, city-friendly and provides quick acceleration.

Keep reading to learn more about Hyundai’s new second generation subcompact SUV…

Redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona

What’s new?

• Now standard:
  • Blind-spot intervention
  • Rear cross-traffic intervention
  • Heated mirrors
• Kona N Line gets many new tech features that are now standard as well

Things to know

• All models of the new Kona is a couple thousand dollars more than the current model
• Second-generation Kona has a cooler more distinct design
• Comes equipped with a more modern interior and exclusive driving aids
• The gear shifter takes some getting used to
• Not a lot changed with the powertrains
• 2024 model is bigger; It grew nearly 6 inches
• Improved noise insulation
• Optional turbocharged engine provides quick acceleration
• Nimble handling
• Seats 5
• Exciting performance from the Kona N
• Kona Electric is on the way
• All-wheel drive is available on every trim level for an extra $1,500 for N Line and Limited trims

What we love most

There are always things that stand out/I love about each vehicle that I have an opportunity to experience.

Check out what I love most about this one…

• Fun to drive
• Handles great
• Smooth drive
• Stylish and futurist exterior
• Cool steering wheel design
• Comfortable and roomy cabin
• Snazzy ambient lighting strips inside the cabin
• Heated and ventilated seats and a heated steering wheel are optional. Great if you live in South Florida or Michigan.
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is standard
• Quick acceleration, no lagging when merging onto freeway
• Cool color options
• You get a lot for your money

Starting the 2024 Hyundai Kona N Line

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2024 Hyundai Kona Price, Specs & Features…

The all-new Kona comes in four trim levels: SE, SEL, N Line, Limited…

SE (Standard)

• MSRP: $25,435.00
• Engine: 2.0-liter four-cylinder
• HP: 147 horsepower
• Torque: 132 lb-ft
• Transmission: Continuously variable automatic transmission (or CVT)
• Fuel Economy: 31 Combined
• Drivetrain: FWD (Standard)
• Key Features:
  • 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (147 horsepower, 132 lb-ft of torque)
  • Continuously variable automatic transmission (or CVT)
  • Remote engine start
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • LED headlights
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • 60/40-split rear seat
  • Cloth upholstery
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Satellite radio
  • Six-speaker audio system
  • Four USB-C ports

Standard advanced safety equipment, which includes:

• Forward collision warning with automatic braking
• Lane keeping assistance
• Lane centering system
• Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning
• Safe exit assist

SEL

• MSRP: $26,785.00
• Engine: 2.0-liter four-cylinder
• HP: 147 horsepower
• Torque: 132 lb-ft
• Transmission: Continuously variable automatic transmission (or CVT)
• Fuel Economy: 31 Combined
• Drivetrain: FWD (Standard)
• Key Features (trim adds):
  • 18-inch wheels
  • Heated mirrors
  • Roof rails
  • Rear tinted windows
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Rear air vents
  • Power driver’s seat
  • Height-adjustable passenger seat
  • Cargo cover

SEL Convenience package costs $2,200 and includes:

• 12.3-inch digital driver display
• Column-mounted shifter with shift paddles on the steering wheel
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Heated front seats
• LED interior lightning
• Wireless charging pad
• Navigation system
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Voice recognition
• Front cross-traffic warning
• Adaptive cruise control

N Line (Sporty) – Trim Tested

• MSRP: $31,895.00
• Engine: Turbocharged 1.6-liter engine
• HP: 190 horsepower
• Torque: 195 lb-ft
• Transmission: Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Fuel Economy: 28 combined
• Drivetrain: FWD (standard)
• Key Features (Trim starts with the features of the SEL Convenience package and adds):
  • 19-inch wheels
  • Unique exterior body styling
  • Black mirror caps
  • Dual exhaust tips
  • Sunroof
  • Sport seats with faux suede upholstery
  • Metal pedals
  • Eight-speaker Bose audio system

Limited – Trim Tested

• MSRP: $32,985.00
• Engine: Turbocharged 1.6-liter engine
• HP: 190 horsepower
• Torque: 195 lb-ft
• Transmission: Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Fuel Economy: 28 combined
• Drivetrain: FWD (standard)
• Key Features (Trim starts with the features of the SEL Convenience package and adds):
  • 19-inch wheels
  • Satin chrome exterior trim
  • Sunroof
  • Hands-free liftgate
  • Ambient lighting
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Synthetic leather upholstery
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Rear automatic braking
  • Blind-spot camera
  • Remote Smart Parking Assist
  • 360-degree camera system

Cruising in the 2024 Hyundai Kona N Line

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Warranty

• Powertrain Limited Warranty
  • 10-Year / 100,000-Mile
• New Vehicle Limited Warranty
  • 5-Year / 60,000-Mile
• Anti-Perforation Warranty
  • 7-Year / Unlimited
• 24-Hour Roadside Assistance
  • 5-Year / Unlimited Miles
• Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
  • 12-Month / 12,000-Mile
• Federal Emission Defect and Performance Warranty
  • 8-Year / 80,000-Mile
• California Emissions Control Systems Warranty
  • 7-Year / 70,000-Mile

The redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona is pretty awesome. Each one was incredibly fun, handled extremely well, futuristic and is sleek.

What are your thoughts on the all-new redesigned Hyundai Kona? Inquiring minds would love to know.

Additionally, to learn more about the Subcompact SUV visit their website.

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