{"product_id":"forge-motorsport-intercooler-for-hyundai-kona-n","title":"Forge Motorsport Intercooler for Hyundai Kona N","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGains of 21BHP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncrease of 28NM of torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e27% more volume over OEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBar and plate design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned and manufactured in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/FORGE-WEB-DIVIDER.png\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/FORGE-WEB-DIVIDER.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollowing the success of our performance enhancing products for the Hyundai MK3 i30N and Veloster N, it was only obvious we should further develop on another of Hyundai’s popular performance N platforms, the Hyundai Kona N. Due to the difference in crash bar design, and following intensive testing, we found that, unlike the i30N, a stepped core was not the best performing intercooler during testing, neither would it offer to be a completely reversible plug and play solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the development stages, our engineers used their knowledge and sheet metal expertise to help\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimprove vital airflow\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ethrough the bar and plate core by hand forming alloy sheet metal and the necessary brackets to mount the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e83% larger volume intercooler\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ein the OE position. This is the ideal location with a frontal surface area increase of over 27%, and has no detriment to any other of the vehicles cooling components. The development team also created a hand fabricated ducting system that has been skilfully integrated into this superior design, to ensure as much air as possible passes through the face of the intercooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-g pure-g-gapped\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_69244jpeg.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_69244jpeg.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_42021jpeg.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_42021jpeg.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_12472jpeg.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_12472jpeg.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe inlet and outlet sizes have been\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eincreased in diameter to 65mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving an increase of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e27% more volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eover the intercooler OEM boost tract to give improved flow. The development team also added a custom hard pipe, increasing the diameter to 64mm, up from the factory 50mm. This replaces the stock factory pipe on the hot side to ensure this package gives you all you need for\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emaximum performance gains\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eon high levels of tune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe boost pipe and intercooler come in our standard black textured finish powder coat for maximum longevity. If you are looking to enhance this performance package, we would recommend adding our cold side boost pipe\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/Boost_Pipe_for_the_Kona_N_Hyundai_i30N_MK35_Facelift_and_Veloster_N_Facelift--product--2156.html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/Boost_Pipe_for_the_Kona_N_Hyundai_i30N_MK35_Facelift_and_Veloster_N_Facelift--product--2156.html\"\u003eFMBP7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto achieve an even more elevated performance experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"center-block\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/FORGE-WEB-DIVIDER.png\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/FORGE-WEB-DIVIDER.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDyno Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith Hyundai using the MK3.5 i30N engine, and them re-developing the turbo charger to run more boost with a larger flow than the previous generation, there is even more reason to replace this restrictive OEM intercooler with the larger Forge Motorsport item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-g pure-g-gapped\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/HyundaiKonaN-Dyno2_WEB.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/HyundaiKonaN-Dyno2_WEB.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/HyundaiKonaN-Dyno3_WEB.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/HyundaiKonaN-Dyno3_WEB.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe development vehicle used for this product already had a stage 1 ECU calibration from Courtney Sport, and was fitted with the Forge Motorsport intake (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/Induction_Kit_for_Hyundai_i30N_Kona_N_and_Veloster_N--product--1714.html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/Induction_Kit_for_Hyundai_i30N_Kona_N_and_Veloster_N--product--1714.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFMINDK28\u003c\/a\u003e) and turbo inlet adaptor (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/Hyundai_i30N_MK35_Facelift_Kona_N_Turbo_Inlet_Adaptor--product--2069.html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/Hyundai_i30N_MK35_Facelift_Kona_N_Turbo_Inlet_Adaptor--product--2069.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFMTIA10\u003c\/a\u003e). The results below show the vehicles power output before the Forge Motorsport intercooler was installed, using the OEM item the results were still impressive, however after a few pulls the tuned engine did start to struggle keeping the inlet air temperatures low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDuring our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eextensive testing\u003c\/strong\u003e, we let the car heat soak on the dyno until the radiator fans tripped on and off (which gives an inlet temperature of around 40°C), we then did a dyno pull from this point. In doing this, it gives a more consistent result and reflects real-world driving conditions more accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTesting was completed using\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.performanceremap.co.uk\/\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.performanceremap.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePerformance Remap\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Gloucester with their VTEC 4-wheel drive dynamometer, this was to ensure all our data has been achieved with results as accurately as possible by an independent tuner. As you can see on the third run, as the inlet air temperature starts to rise, BHP output was measured at\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e348.3HP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e459 NM of engine torque.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-g pure-g-gapped\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"center-block\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_23895jpeg.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_23895jpeg.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"center-block\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_59492jpeg.jpg\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_59492jpeg.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe new addition of the Forge Motorsport intercooler made a huge difference to the vehicles power output and continued to keep the inlet air temps at around 27°C, with\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003egains of 21 BHP and 28 NM of torque\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat peak, along with a significant increase from 3000 RPM, the performance gains can be felt when driving this vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter more than six pulls on the dyno, we still had safe IATs, and the Forge Motorsport intercooler gave results of 27°C, nearly halving the factory’s intercooler intake temps from 48°C. These tests took place in relatively cold conditions, with an ambient dyno cell temperature of 20°C, proving how inefficient the stock intercooler is.\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn the summer months, the stock intercooler along with higher inlet air temperatures will have a hugely negative impact on the engine’s performance\u003c\/strong\u003e. In these conditions, the engine management will retard the ignition, resulting in a lower powered engine as temperatures rise and the ECU then pulls out the timing to stop detonation. On a mapped vehicle, the results will be even more detrimental and can lead to possible premature engine wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"center-block\" src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_84968.png\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.forgemotorsport.co.uk\/userfiles\/images\/sys\/products\/Intercooler_for_Hyundai_Kona_N_84968.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis intercooler combined with our intake, and a quality aftermarket cat back exhaust with factory software will deliver you unparalleled levels of performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Forge Motorsport front mount intercooler has all the necessary hardware to install the kit in approximately 3 hours depending on competency and tools available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Forge Motorsport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46682761199890,"sku":"FMINT29","price":719.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/6684\/4690\/files\/Hardrace2_dd830cad-dc49-45fb-b6fe-ccf6ffb29080.jpg?v=1700484555","url":"https:\/\/jxlperformance.co.uk\/pt\/products\/forge-motorsport-intercooler-for-hyundai-kona-n","provider":"JXL Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}