Hyundai has formally previewed the Kona N SUV forward of its reveal within the coming weeks. Set to go on sale in worldwide markets earlier than the center of 2021, the Ford Puma ST rival joins the not too long ago revealed i20 N and well-established i30 N because the third pillar of the N sub-brand’s vary.
Kona N to be powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine
Will get sporty, N-specific tweaks on the outside and inside
Incorporates a stiffer suspension setup and efficiency brakes
Hyundai Kona N: exterior and inside
Official prototype pictures and renders of the Kona N reveal key performance-focused styling particulars together with new chunkier bumpers and aspect skirt extensions, massive twin-exit exhaust pipes, a brand new rear spoiler and a bespoke wheel design hiding enlarged brakes with red-painted calipers. The inside, too, will obtain the standard N tweaks together with sports activities seats, particular trim detailing and extremely configurable drive modes.
Hyundai Kona N: powertrain particulars
The Hyundai Kona N is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine driving the entrance wheels, and will probably be provided with an eight-speed, moist dual-clutch transmission, dubbed N DCT.
The usage of the two.0-litre engine, tailored from the i30 N, is attention-grabbing as expectations have been that the mannequin would use the 1.6-litre unit of the associated i20 N, which places out 203hp. That was already extra highly effective than the Kona N’s predominant rival – the 200hp Puma ST – so it stays to be seen if the mannequin will probably be provided with the 250hp or 280hp outputs of the i30 N.
Whereas the Kona N will initially be a front-wheel-drive, the usual Kona may be specced with four-wheel drive on high fashions, so it’s potential the model will leverage that. It would additionally function a Launch Management system – a operate considerably simpler in four-wheel-drive vehicles.
Hyundai N additionally claims it is going to function an “emotional sound expertise” – prone to be a reference to digital sound turbines to boost the engine word. Until Wartenburg, head of N model administration and motorsport, claims the new SUV could have “loads of versatility in addition to the driving pleasure like some other N automobile. Fans will take pleasure in taking this automotive wherever, from highway to the observe.”
A bespoke chassis set-up will complement the ability improve, with stiffer suspension and efficiency brakes fitted.
Hyundai Kona N: extra info
Whereas there isn’t any information but on whether or not the Kona N will probably be delivered to India, Hyundai will introduce its N-line sub-brand in India with the launch of the i20 N-Line in mid-2021. The Korean carmaker can also be contemplating the launch of the full-blown i20 N scorching hatchback.
The usual Kona in the meantime, obtained a mid-cycle facelift in September final 12 months, full with restyled exteriors and extra know-how inside. Internationally, Hyundai additionally unveiled the facelifted Kona Electrical in November final 12 months. In India although, Hyundai continues to retail the pre-facelift Kona Electrical, costs for which vary from Rs 23.76-23.95 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
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