2019 Hyundai Kona NH
Small. Fierce. Perfectly positioned to leave the competition in the dust. There’s a lot coming in the 2019 Hyundai Kona, and only those who take the seat behind the wheel will be able to fully appreciate it - will you be one of them?
Packing a whole lot of heat, style, and sophistication into Hyundai’s most compact frame to date, the Hyundai Kona will be a scrappy, satisfying ride for any and all looking to get in the driver’s seat of the next generation of Hyundai models.
Taking its name from the Kona district of Hawaii - meaning “upwind,” or “dry side of the island” - the Kona will boldly charge into headwinds with an all-new resolve to outgun and outmaneuver those who stand in its way - and it’ll look darn good doing it.
We’re excited to see the Kona out on the road, making heads turn with each mile it takes on. Here’s a look at just what about it makes us so excited - and why it’s worth it to try one for yourself.
Performance and Handling
Power, fun, and efficiency all come together in one compact package on the new 2019 Hyundai Kona, delivering all the impressive performance of a roadster in the handy, small frame of a city-ready compact ride. It’s all about having fun behind the wheel, and the Kona does it unlike anything we’ve seen before.
Drivers looking to go with the flow of the Kona can opt for the standard 1.0-liter engine, a scrappy and sporty piece of machinery capable of taking you just about anywhere you need to go. Pumping out an impressive 160 horsepower and 126 lb-ft of torque, this turbocharged direct-injection engine will leave those watching you whizz by wanting more of what the Kona has to offer. A noticeably improved fuel economy comes thanks to the efficient dump valve actuator, while the standard front-wheel drive helps you navigate smoothly even on tough hills and steep inclines.
For those looking for a heaping helping of compact power, the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine available on the Kona can bring some serious heat to the party. Capable of pushing out an incredible 177 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque at a moment’s notice, this enviable engine can bring the speedy Kona from 0-60 in less than 8 seconds. Pair that with a new all-wheel drive system and you’ve got one Hyundai with enough performance power to keep you rolling onto your next adventure and beyond.
Sometimes, it helps to have a little extra control when you need it, and to trust the vehicle to guide the way when you don’t. That’s why Hyundai designed the all-new Kona to respond gently to your touch, taking the lead when it can and letting you be the star of the show whenever you’d like.
Designed with optimal fuel-efficiency in mind and built to keep your shifting as smooth as can be, the new standard 6-speed automatic transmission gently moves between gears to help maximize your mileage while minimizing rough rides and sudden jerks. Available on the 1.0-liter turbocharged engine option, this automatic transmission keeps you rolling strong mile after mile without you ever having to hit the clutch.
Want more control? The Kona also offers the option to switch to a 6-speed manual transmission, giving you the liberty to shift at will in order to maximize control and fuel efficiency as you see fit.
For the absolute best of both worlds, there’s simply no better option than the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission available on the 1.6-liter turbo engine option. Fully incorporating the efficiency of an automatic with the deft control of a manual, this impressive powertrain option lets you step in and shift at your command whenever you’d like, and can seamlessly switch between three driving modes depending on your needs: ECO, Normal, and Sport.
Tech
Staying connected and staying entertained has never been as easy on the road as it is in a 2019 Hyundai Kona. Packing some of the latest and greatest in connectivity and technology-driven advances, the Kona is a car built with the needs of the modern driver in mind.
Want to keep the groove going both on the road and in the parking lot? Check out the Kona’s impressive and easy-to-use 7-inch touchscreen, complete with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This lets you bring all of your favorite music, streaming, and audio apps with you no matter where you may roam, meaning you’ll never have to listen to static or sit in silence on those back roads or on the beach ever again.
Want killer acoustics? Try the available Infinity premium audio system and let the tunes truly flow.
And because nothing feels worse than rolling up to your destination with dead devices, the Kona makes it simple to stay powered up with available wireless charging stations. Simply place your device on the charging surface and your battery will start climbing - no cords, no fuss, and all easy convenience for the rider and passenger on -the-go.
Safety
Just because it’s small, that doesn’t mean it’s not as safe as can be. Packing some of the industry’s most impressive standard safety features - like six airbags, lane-keeping assist and a driver attention monitor - and available safety add-ons like automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot detection and a rear cross-traffic alert, the Kona is one model you can ride with peace of mind even in the busiest traffic or along the toughest terrains.
And with the all-new available Heads-Up Display, you’ll be able to keep your eyes on the road while navigating and watching your speed, minimizing distractions to help minimize accidents.
Plus, with Hyundai’s new BlueLink system, you have the power to keep in control even when you’ve left your Kona in park. By connecting your Kona to your BlueLink-enabled smartphone, you gain access to premium features like remote starting, climate control, and maintenance scheduling right from your fingertips, no matter where you may be.
That means no more waiting for the engine to heat up or sitting down in the sweltering cockpit - your Kona can always be ready to roll the moment you get inside.
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Whether you’re destined to take on the surf or cruising through town with your crew in tow, there may be no other compact on the road today quite like the 2019 Hyundai Kona. Designed with the latest in tech, the finest in style, and the most impressive in performance and safety capabilities, the all-new Kona really is a model fit for today’s hippest, most on-the-ball drivers.
Get behind the wheel of a Kona and see for yourself just how much this scrappy Hyundai brings to the table - and feel for yourself just how much the Kona will change the game for compacts in the years to come.
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