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While the second generation of the Hyundai Kona awaits a full-blown N variant, the N-Line stands as the sportiest option available. But hold on tight, because a digital creator has gone the extra mile by rendering a track-focused Kona to get your imagination running. It features a wide bodykit that says, “Hey, I mean business!” along with a rear wing so massive it could easily double as a picnic table for four.
The newest Kona has been praised for its futuristic styling which really makes it stand out compared to its predecessor. Naturally, this caught the attention of the creative mind behind 722_Modeling who used it as a base for his latest project, effectively transforming it into a racecar. The first step was to slam the Kona to the ground, making it look more like a hot hatch than an SUV and preparing it for the bodykit.
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The crossover’s greenhouse, roof, doors, mirrors, tailgate, and full-width LEDs remain unaltered in the computer-generated model. The front splitter takes pride in its dramatic stance, daringly close to grazing the ground, while nestled between the split headlights sits a carbon-fiber spoiler that might make you wonder if the SUV is channeling its inner mustache aficionado. Boxed fender extensions conceal wider Yohokama Advan rubber wrapped around aftermarket alloy wheels, making a bold statement.
The rear bumper is intentionally absent, exposing the massive rear tires and mechanical components. A prominent wing is mounted on the tailgate, secured by straps passing through the plexiglass rear windshield. As if that wasn’t enough to enhance downforce, a second roof-mounted spoiler joins the stock unit. The Kona’s bodykit goes beyond bonkers, surpassing the Hyundai N Vision 74 concept. Inside, a full roll-cage ensures protection.
The production model offers a range of pwoertrain options, including gasoline, hybrid, and fully electric versions. Currently, the most potent model is the Hyundai Kona N-Line fitted with a 1.6-liter T-GDi that delivers 190 hp (142 kW / 193 PS) in stock form. Obviously, this would be too weak for the fictional racecar which needs a hefty amount of power to justify the add-ons. What we know for certain is that the digital creator envisioned it with a combustion powertrain as hinted at by the exhaust, and the turbocharger’s air filter sticking out of the bonnet.
While the likelihood of witnessing a race-inspired Kona like this coming to life are slim, the Hyundai N division has proven that crazy ideas are not out of the question – at least for one-off projects created for promotional purposes. Currently, the only Hyundai Kona that comes close to 722_Modeling’s render in terms of visual aggressiveness is Hayden Paddon’s 805-hp EV Rallycar from New Zealand, even though that on is based on the previous generation.
