Hyundai has unveiled the all-new KONA N as well as a digital showcase to introduce the Hyundai’s N Brand.

The KONA N is the latest addition to Hyundai’s N lineup and the first N model with an SUV body style and the company is expanding its N and N Line lineup to 18 models through 2022.

Engine and powertrain

The KONA N is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged GDI engine with an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (N DCT). N DCT is the enhanced version of Hyundai’s in-house developed 8DCT.

The powertrain delivers a maximum output of 280 PS / 40.0 kg-m. With N Grin Shift, the power is enhanced to 290 PS.

The KONA N has a maximum speed of 240 km/h and can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds when Launch Control is activated.

Hyundai Motor implemented N Corner Carving Differential, an electronic limited-slip differential (E-LSD) on KONA N for control of torque distribution to driving wheels, delivering. The KONA N also is equipped with 19-inch lightweight forged wheels.

Even at the base trim, the KONA N comes with Launch Control, Variable Exhaust System and most notably N Grin Control System. N Grin Control System offers customers a high level of customization, with five distinct drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, N and Custom.

These drive modes allow the system to adjust the operating parameters of the engine, Electronic Stability Control, exhaust sound, and steering to optimize them for a variety of driving conditions.

Interior & exterior design

The KONA N is equipped with new 10-inch infotainment and digital cluster system featuring a racing head-up display (HUD) as well as the N-specific, 19-inch wheels.

The vehicle is offered in a newly developed, N-exclusive Sonic Blue exterior colour which can be seen in the KONA’s interior through Performance Blue colour accents on the seats, steering wheel, shift knob and metal pedals.

Safety features

The KONA N is equipped with advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features, including:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Lane Following Assist (LFA)
• Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Alert (RCCA)
• Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
• Smart Cruise Control (SCC).

Also available in the KONA N is Bluetooth Multi-connection support and a natural language voice recognition system that incorporates Speech-to-Meaning and Deep Meaning Understanding technologies.

The KONA N is also equipped with Traction Control to handle a variety of terrain and surfaces, including snow and mud. Hyundai looks to build upon the N brand in e-performance possibly with electric and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains.

Technical specifications

Dimensions (mm)	Overall length	4,215
	Overall width	1,800
	Overall height (roofrack)	1,565 (1,565)
	Wheelbase	2,600
Engine		2.0-litre T-GDI w/ flat power
Transmission		8-speed wet-type DCT (N DCT)
Curb weight (kg)		1,510 (Global)
		1,515 (North America)
Power (PS) / Torque (kgf.m)		280 / 40.0
Top speed (km/h)		240