I own one of these. It most certainly does have a digital speedometer. You can configure from “analog” to digital gauges. The tach even becomes digital.

@mokurt2529

Ай бұрын

I also own one, and while it does have one, it's not configurable to be in the middle of the gauge which is something a lot of people are used to.

@jimmoritz553

Ай бұрын

@@mokurt2529 I understand. I’ve had lots of cars where the digital speedometer is not right in the middle. I also have a 2023 Lincoln Nautilus where the digital speed is on the middle. But if you configured the drivers display to show other features it “moves” off to the side. I can live with it. It’s not a deal breaker with my Hyundai or Lincoln.

@Slim777007

Ай бұрын

​@@jimmoritz553 about how much to fill it up ...I'm considering a Kona I'm looking for a primary vehicle ...

@cgmiddle

13 күн бұрын

Mine projects the data onto the passenger side inner windshield.

@marykay8587

12 күн бұрын

how are you finding your Kona? we're thinking of picking one up next year, we want the electric

The humming sound is probably the air purifier working under the driver's seat.

The N-Liner trim is f*cking gorgeous.

The "hands free" is close proximity to the tailgate with key in pocket without the need to "kick".

@shuikuentam1755

2 ай бұрын

Right. You just have to stand behind for a few seconds.

@scraverX

Ай бұрын

The proximity "hands free" can also be disabled in the infotainment settings.

@patrickkenny450

25 күн бұрын

​@shuikuentam1755 in addition, the vehicle has to be locked.

That single bar in the center of the steering wheel actually has 4 dots which is Morse code for "H". That's instead of having a Hyundai logo.

@cgmiddle

13 күн бұрын

It actually is meant to be five dots. The designers simply omit the fifth one in the North American markets.

Hands free tailgate on the Kona is not one you wave your foot under the bumper. Stand behind the car and stay in place for around 3 seconds. Lights will flash and it will open, provided it's activated in the infotainment system - it can be turned off.

The camera/video images presented in this great KZread post show angles of the Kona that really are appealing. I am warming up to this vehicle as a result.

The hands free tailgate is a proximity sensor that only works if the car has been locked for at least a few minutes. But if you're coming back with groceries, it will know that you're standing near the trunk and open it.

@scraverX

Ай бұрын

You need to stand there a moment, around 3 seconds. If you step away before turn signals flash it won't open.

@cgmiddle

13 күн бұрын

You are wrong. The system is not designed to work that way.

@Muarauder12

13 күн бұрын

@@cgmiddle I literally bought this car. I know how the auto tailgate works.

We just got the AWD Kona Limited for 31k which feels like a bargain. I love everything about this SUV except that the gas tank is a little small. Drives are very quiet and relaxing in the city but more noisy on the interstate with loud wind sounds. A quiet, smooth drive coupled with a very well thought out interior and cooled seats in Florida makes all the difference. I love this car so much that I’m searching for videos like this to see if I’m missing any of the features. 👀 From my understanding, Hyundai pay allows you to pay automatically at certain parking garages. Love the wireless car play and pleasantly surprised by Hyundai’s navigation capabilities to view turn by turn directions straight ahead without having to look at the map.

@silver33

13 күн бұрын

Can I ask what was the OTD price? I have the old version and thinking of upgrading.

@shannonk.harper4606

9 күн бұрын

@@silver33We spent 31k and it was originally 38k. My better half is just good at negotiating.

@silver33

9 күн бұрын

@@shannonk.harper4606 That's awesome, 38k is ridiculous. Thank you.

Just bought a 2024 Kona Nline… love her already

I am tired of all the reviews on just the upper trims. What about the lower trims?

@Steve_in_NJ

27 күн бұрын

Keep in mind that 99% of the KZread reviews are with vehicles provided BY HYUNDAI, so of course, they will promote the top trims!!

Awesome review - I normally would have never even considered a car like this but really eyeing the EV Kona.

@dwnshft

2 ай бұрын

Go for it!

I'm cross shopping this and the CX-30 NA. I still lean towards the NA CX-30 lol

Special thanks to our Patrons for their support of the channel! Kona or Crosstrek?

I'm currently driving a 2022 Kona Limited FWD ICE and I'm not sure IF I'd lease another after driving two models (2019 and 2022). Instead, I'm seriously considering the 2024 KIA Niro PHEV SX Touring, which uses the same 1.6 L engine as Kona -- without the Turbo -- but with the electric motor attached, I would get 33 miles of pure EV before the gas engine kicks in. I don't drive 33 miles in one day, more like 10 miles a day usually. That would save me a lot of money at the gas pump. Meanwhile, the Niro is about the same size, but doesn't look like an armored tank, like the Kona. Plus the KIA and Hyundai small SUV share similar interior layouts.

Both screens are 12.3-inch displays! On the Limited/N-Line, not sure about the SE/SEL.

@ndi5670

Ай бұрын

12.3,on my SEL also. Just doesn’t have navigation. No matter because I use Apple Carplay.

@scraverX

Ай бұрын

@@ndi5670 I'm guessing you have the SEL with Convenience. SEL without convenience and SE only have 12.3 for the infotainment from what I have seen.

I'm seeing a ton of this vehicles on the road. I'm debating trading in my Honda for this.

@dwnshft

2 ай бұрын

👀

@marykay8587

12 күн бұрын

me and my husband want to pick up one next year ❤️

I really love this design, but I hate the mismatched, irregular shape fender flairs. I lean a little more toward liking the Kia Seltos, the cousin to this Kona. The styling is less objectionable, and it's priced a few hundred dollars lower when comparably equipped. Given the wild styling of this vehicle, I think it was a missed opportunity that Hyundai didn't put some wild patterned and colored cloth upholstery in the lower trims. The outside is wild and the interior is so monochromatic. A strange juxtaposition. The twist shifter is super cool. It seems logical to use and frees up console space. I wish it was a standard feature. And yeah, the Kona has gotten awfully expensive now. The Kona is definitely not the value leader for the segment. That honor goes to the Chevy Trax with a price range of about $21k-$27k. Hyundai has historically always been the value leader, even undercutting domestic brands, but they seem to be aiming upmarket nowadays.

@richdc7654

Ай бұрын

If you get the dark gray color you dont really see the fender flares.

@palebeachbum

Ай бұрын

@@richdc7654 Unfortunately, I love the Neoteric Yellow, which makes the black plastic fenders stand out.

The venue is a cuv(front drive only, basically a raised hatch). The kona with awd is considered a small suv...tho not really small anymore..i preferred the size of the former kona ,,,and the design as well. As well, in this day and age hyuandi missed the boat not offering a hybrid...not all want an ev. Also no body color shark fin antenna at this price point. Really?!

@scraverX

Ай бұрын

They offer Hybrid in Australia and Europe. Worth noting that Australia doesn't get the Hybrid Tucson or the Hybrid Kia Sprotage

it also has a recall on it for a poorly manfactured idle stop and go feature. its subject to start fires. dont believe me? look it up. piece of crap...

@masterofx32

Ай бұрын

your point being?

@jimmoritz553

Ай бұрын

Mine does not have idle stop start. I have the Limited 1.6 Turbo

@patrickkenny450

25 күн бұрын

Nice job on the Review. I purchased my Kona Limited back in November of 2023. I chose the FWD instead, knowing the back suspension would not be as good. The one thing I wish I had known, was that Hyundai does NOT include a spare tire, unless it's the AWD. Huge disappointment given that you can't even get it via 3rd party vendors. Otherwise (after getting the OTA update for wireless Android Auto), I'm very happy w/ the car.

@jimmoritz553

25 күн бұрын

What YMM do you have? I have no recall nor does NHTSA list one for my 2024 Kona Limited 1.6L Turbo Htrac. Probably because it doesn’t have idle start/stop. LOL.

@dougwalton5414

13 күн бұрын

@@patrickkenny450 We just bought one and like it but with no spare in the event of a blowout the air inflator is going to be useless.