The teaser campaign for the Hyundai Kona N is kicking into high gear as the company has released new pictures and details about the upcoming model. Hyundai is keeping specifications under wraps, but confirmed the model will have a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that can be connected to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The company also promised a “variety of high-performance driving features, such as Launch Control, and an emotional sound experience.”
While crossovers aren’t particularly
sporty, Hyundai said the Kona N will have a “powerful and nimble driving
experience.” Hyundai’s Head of N Brand Management also added, “As a ‘hot SUV’,
it will have plenty of versatility as well as the driving pleasure like any
other N vehicle.”
Additional information will be released in
the “coming weeks,” but the Kona N is slated to have a sportier exterior as
previewed by these official photos. While there isn’t much to see, the model
will be distinguished by modified bumpers and a unique dual exhaust system. We
can also see lightweight wheels that are backed up by a high-performance
braking system with red calipers.
Hyundai is staying tight-lipped on
specifics, but the model will slot above the Kona N Line which has a
turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder that produces 195 hp and 265 Nm of torque. Besides
having a larger displacement, the fully fledged N model could have up to 275 hp.
