2022 Hyundai Kona N Base

The Kona N is Hyundai's hot version of the subcompact Kona crossover, and it's the one to get if you want serious performance in a small package. It's a blast to drive, with sharp steering and a chassis that loves a back road, though the ride is firm enough that you'll feel every expansion joint. Inside, you get supportive sport seats and a driver-focused cockpit, but the rear seat is snug and cargo space is modest for the class. Standard tech includes an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a full suite of driver-assistance features. The Kona N is for buyers who want a subcompact crossover that can hang with hot hatches, and it's the only Kona with this powertrain. Its 2.0L I4 makes 276 horsepower and 289 lb-ft of torque, routed through a eight-speed automatic to the front wheels, and it'll hit 60 mph in about five seconds. You get a limited-slip differential and launch control as standard, so it puts its power down better than most front-drive crossovers.