kona reviews 2023

The 2023 Hyundai Kona is the pint-sized SUV that thinks it’s a hot hatch—at least in the turbo and N flavours; the base 2.0 is more keen apprentice than hero. Ride comfort is decent, but big wheels can make potholes dramatic, while the cabin packs crisp infotainment and a proper safety suite (AEB, lane keep, the usual alphabet soup). The 1.6‑turbo brings punch with a dual‑clutch that can fidget in traffic; the Kona N is hilariously rowdy; and the Electric is quiet, efficient, and smugly cheap to run. Space is fine for a small family, though tall rear passengers will negotiate with the roof lining, and the boot is weekend‑friendly rather than IKEA‑warrior. Running costs are helped by Hyundai’s long warranty and sensible servicing, but tyre wear on sporty trims and the DCT’s low‑speed manners deserve a test drive. Shopping used? A browse on Tradingpost can reveal whether your budget prefers the sensible 2.0, the punchy 1.6T, the prankster N, or the quiet achiever Electric.