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HYUNDAI KONA 2,0 N DCT ETA: NOW

Price: R749 900 Engine: 2,0-litre, 4-cyl, turbopetrol Transmission: 8-speed DCT automatic Power: 206 kW @5 500-6 000 r/min Torque: 392 N.m @2 100-4 700 r/min 0-100 km/h: 5,5 seconds Top speed: 240 km/h Fuel consumption: 8,9 L/100 km (combined) CO² emissions: 194 g/km Rivals: Mini JCW Clubman, BMW X2 M35i

*Claimed figures

+ adaptive cruise control works a treat; handles like a hot hatch

- bold design may not be to all tastes

or most hardcore driving

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