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Hyundai Kona N launch date revealed! 280 PS, 353 Nm, 8-speed DCT, yay or nay?

Jason Β· Apr 18, 2021 03:00 PM

Hyundai Kona N launch date revealed! 280 PS, 353 Nm,  8-speed DCT, yay or nay? 01

Hyundai's performance division, Hyundai N has released another video teasing its latest product, the Hyundai Kona N. Namyang's latest performance model has been teased previously in January this year, and the latest video points to the Kona N's world premiere, which is 27th of April , 2021.

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In this video, Albert Biermann, head honcho of Hyundai N, is seen having a text conversation with one 'N Man', Hyundai's in-house helmet-clad, racing driver (possibly inspired by the Stig from TopGear). The conversation ends with Biermann asking for N Man's help, presumably in reference to the unveiling of the Kona N on April 27.

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The Hyundai Kona N will come packing a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbo engine capable of 280 PS and 353 Nm. Don't hold your breath for a manual, as the 8-speed DCT dual clutch looks like the sole transmission option. We wait with bated breath. What about you? Does the idea of a performance compact SUV appeal to you? 

Jason

Road Test Editor

Jason's foremost passion is all things automotive, where he spent his formative working years as a Product Planner and Trainer. An Advanced Driving Instructor by training and an all-round enthusiast, Jason loves going into intricate details about driving dynamics. Will drive anything with 4 wheels and a steering.

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