![]() ![]() It is so powerful that the performance SUV can hit 60 mph in only around five seconds, sporting 19-inch standard wheels and N-tuned electronically-controlled suspension. This delivers an aggressive experience on straightaways and Kona’s available multi-link rear suspension creates great handling around corners and turns. For those seeking extra oomph, Hyundai has introduced the Kona N, boasting a more robust 276-horsepower 2.0L four-cylinder engine that mates to an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Step into a higher trim for the 1.6L Turbo-GDI four-cylinder engine that kicks out 195 horsepower. Perfectly adequate for everyday commuting in style. Styled as a compact sport SUV, the Hyundai Kona is capable of delivering what you need in a multitude of contexts. Its full redesign for the 2022 model year takes it to the top of subcompact SUV segment. Choose one of the entry-level trims for the 2.0L four-cylinder engine that’s capable of 147 horsepower, paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission. But, as my 50-plus neighbour proves so well, it works beautifully for empty nesters who want a contemporary vehicle that’s sized to their stage of life. The starting price of US$19,000 is attractive and it’s quite stylish for the category. It might come across as an entry-level vehicle for a first-time new car buyer. It’s youthful and really pops on the street. Hyundai takes everything that makes them heavy hitters-a wealth of standard options in an attractive package, for a great price-and adds design details, such as two-tone colour accents and 17-inch alloy wheels, to the Venue. Joining Hyundai’s SUV roster in 2020 for the first time, the Hyundai Venue is the automaker’s entrance into the competitive crossover category. Crafted with city life in mind, the Venue looks like a traditional old school SUV meets a hatchback, but with the footprint of a compact. The second model from the IONIQ line is the all-new 2023 IONIQ 6, considered a battery electric mid-size fastback sedan so it didn’t make this list.īelow, smallest to biggest, are all of Hyundai’s current SUVs and crossovers in detail:Ĭhoice of manual transmission or Intelligent Variable Transmission The 2022 IONIQ 5 is a sleek new 5-seat EV that hit the ground running and currently sold-out. Of course, there are the electric models, new hybrid trims, and in 2019, the world’s first dedicated hydrogen-powered SUV hit the market with the Nexo fuel-cell SUV. For 2022, the sporty new Kona N proved gas-powered, 276 horsepower performance crossovers are still relevant (and fun to drive). The Korean automaker added the massively popular and well-designed mid-size Palisade for 2020, along with the subcompact Venue that same year. ![]() three years later.Hyundai’s SUV and crossover lineup has come a long way since the long-running Tucson and Santa Fe hit the market in the early 2000s. The car made its way to North America in 1983, with huge success in Canada leading to the launch of the Excel in the U.S. There are N Line versions of multiple models, and the full N lineup consists of the Elantra N, and Kona N.įounded in 1967 Hyundai launched the Pony in 1975 with styling from renowned designer Giorgio Giugiaro and engines from Mitsubishi. Those wanting sporty Korean models have a few options to choose from as well. Currently, there’s the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and the Kona EV which is due to be overhauled. Hyundai has been upping its green credentials with multiple hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. ![]() At either end of the Hyundai SUV lineup is the very impressive Palisade, and the very affordable Venue. The SUV lineup is also strong, with the dramatic compact Tucson, quirky sub-compact Kona, and the surprisingly luxurious Santa Fe. The car lineup is bolstered by the Elantra and Sonata, both of which come in ICE-only and hybrid forms. Hyundai is branching out into ever more daring designs, while maintaining the competitive pricing that made it popular.
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