Hyundai Kona 1,6 TGDI N Line DCT

A (warm) performance crossover that doesn’t compromise on practicality Nikesh Kooverjee

The strong engine and feature-heavy cabin round off a decent package Sean Parker

I was thoroughly impressed by the semi-autonomous driving capability Ray Leathern

You’d be foolish to underestimate the inroads Hyundai has made in SA in recent years. The South Korean firm’s aggressive strategy of offering feature-laden crossovers and SUVs that undercut their rivals where it matters – in consumer’s pockets – has paid great dividends. In addition to its crossovers, Hyundai’s impressive i30 N hot hatch has garnered much support from performanceminded enthusiasts, thanks to its honest, analogue approach.

That brings us to the new Kona N Line, the refreshed compact crossover headlined by an aggressive new look thanks to its overt