Posts Tagged ‘Hyundai’

  • Paris 2010 Preview: Hyundai’s i10 Facelift
    Hyundai has facelifted their i10 by offering it a new front end which falls in-line with the ix35 SUV. There’s a hexagonal grille, a reshaped bumper, new headlamps and a new set of mirrors which include turn signals. The only image is the one here, therefore we’re not too sure about the changes to the interior — which are said to be minor. The...
    by Dean at September 14th, 2010 at 04:09 pm
  • First Images: The Hyundai ix20
    The first few images regarding the Hyundai ix20 have been released. The South Korean automaker will reveal the ix20 at the Paris Motor Show where it will offer interior and exterior styling changes such as a new hexagonal grille, new taillights and alloy wheels. The interior will offer a new steering-wheel and a new instrument panel. Engines include a 1.4-litre and a 1.6-litre...
    by Dean at September 14th, 2010 at 04:09 pm
  • Hyundai Unveils Their BlueOn, A Full Speed Electric Vehicle
    Hyundai has revealed their BlueOn Full Speed Electric Vehicle (FSEV), a model based on the i10 minicar. The new eco-friendly city-runner will use a 16.4Kwh lithium-ion polymer battery which connects to a 61kW, 210Nm electric motor. There’s a 0-100km/h sprint of 13.1 seconds with a top speed of 130km/h. Performance isn’t the aim of the BlueOn, therefore...
    by Dean at September 10th, 2010 at 05:09 pm
  • Paris 2010 Preview: Hyundai’s ix20 Will Be At Paris
    Hyundai has revealed an image which teases their new ix20, a B-segment car to be revealed at the Paris Motor Show. The new ix20 will be sportier than the last iteration, and it will boast Hyundai’s new ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language. Following the reveal of the ix20 will be the i10 facelift which uses a 1.0-litre engine. Press Release At...
    by Dean at September 2nd, 2010 at 08:09 pm
  • Moscow 2010: The Hyundai RB Concept Revealed
    Hyundai has unveiled the RB sub-compact family sedan at the Moscow Motor Show. The RB is a reconfigured Accent which boasts redesigned bumpers, a new grille, bonnet and headlights. The vehicle is pretty much ready for the Russian market where it will offer a 1.6-litre or 1.4-litre Gamma petrol engine with 91kW and 79kW of power. The torque on these engines amount to 156Nm...
    by Dean at August 26th, 2010 at 01:08 am
  • For Sale: Hyundai i10 2010 Soccer World Cup Car
    Interested in owning a Hyundai which looks like a soccer field? Well, if you are — this is your lucky day because one of two Hyundai i10’s kitted for the 2010 World Cup has been put on sale on eBay. The bidding ends next Tuesday, and the starting price is £1,995. All proceeds will go to “BEN”, an automotive charity in the UK. ...
    by Dean at August 5th, 2010 at 01:08 am
  • New Images: The 2011 Hyundai Elantra / Avante
    Hyundai has released images of their all new 2011 Elantra, or Avante, sedan which goes on sale next week in South Korea. The Avante is the Korean name, and this model incldes a 1.6-litre Gamma Direct Injection engine with 104kW of power and 171Nm of torque. The engine on the new 2011 Hyundai Elantra / Avante will connect to a 6-speed manual gearbox for a fuel rating of...
    by Dean at July 28th, 2010 at 11:07 pm
  • Official Image: 2011 Hyundai Elantra Interior
    The 2011 Hyundai Elantra’s interior has been photographed and published online, officially. The new dashboard seems to be similar to the one found in the Sonata’s interior, and this can be seen with the swoopy lines and sharp edges. There is a new instrument panel with a new speedometer and tachmoeter, as well as new centre controls.
    by Dean at July 21st, 2010 at 12:07 am
  • Hyundai Genesis Coupe R-Spec — More Power & New Features For 2011
    Hyundai are planning to release an R-Spec version of their Genesis Coupe for the 2011 year. The R-Spec Genesis will benefit from a 3.8-litre DOHC V6 engine with 228kW, new Brembo brakes, 19-inch wheels, a limited-slip differential, a six-speed manual gearbox and a track-tuned suspension system. There will be anti-lock brakes, brake assist, electronic brake-force distribution,...
    by Dean at July 20th, 2010 at 10:07 pm
  • Rumour Has It That A Hyundai i40 Four-Door Coupe Is Coming In 2012
    Recent reports have said that Hyundai will release an i40 four-door Coupe in 2012. The four-door i40 has been rumoured with limited details which state that it will be based on the iFlow HED-7 concept and rival the Volkswagen Passat CC. Engine options for the i40 will include a 1.7-litre diesel and a 1.6-litre petrol motor. [via:autoexpress]
    by Dean at July 20th, 2010 at 09:07 pm
  • Teased By Render: Hyundai Elantra Interior
    Hyundai has decided to tease us with a rendering of the Elantra’s interior. The interior is conceptual and it offers a drastic change when compared to the current model. It is however expected that many design cues will be shared with the Sonata. The Elantra will go on sale during the 2011 year with a 1.6-litre direct-injection petrol engine. ...
    by Dean at July 2nd, 2010 at 12:07 am
  • Hyundai’s iX35 Has Arrived In South Africa — Details, Images & Pricing
    South Africa has received Hyundai’s iX35, the latest Crossover Utility Vehicle from the Korean automaker. The iX35 is the replacement for the Tucson, a previously popular vehicle on the local road. “The iX35, which replaces our popular Tucson, is another manifestation of the rapid progress which the Hyundai brand continues to make,” says Hyundai’s Director...
    by Dean at May 7th, 2010 at 01:05 pm
  • Hyundai’s Avante Has Been Revealed At The Busan Motor Show
    The latest, and greatest, Hyundai Elantra has been unveiled at the Busan Motor Show. Dubbed the Avantre, it boasts a sportier look and a more ‘fluidic sculpture’ when compared to the previous generation model. In other words, there’s a four-door-coupe-like look. There are no interior shots, and the windows have been blacked out. With real dark black....
    by Dean at April 30th, 2010 at 01:04 pm
  • Beijing 2010: Hyundai Reveals The 2011 Hyundai Verna / Accent
    Hyundai’s 2011 Verna has been revealed in Beijing. The Verna, or Accent, boasts a set of sweptback headlights, a new grille and rear-view mirrors with integrated turn signals. The inside will sport high quality materials and an improved design. Pretty much a list of standard changes, it seems. Power for the Verna starts with a 1.4-litre engine with 79kW and 135Nm...
    by Dean at April 23rd, 2010 at 05:04 pm
  • New York 2010 — The Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Has Been Announced
    Hyundai has revealed their brand new Sonata 2.0T at the New York Show. As stated by the name, there will be a 2.0-litre Turbocharged engine with direct injection and 204kW of power. The torque will be set at 269lb-ft. There will be twin-scroll turbochargers, and these are expected to reduce the turbo-lag. The fuel consumption will be about 28miles per gallon average. Expect...
    by Dean at April 2nd, 2010 at 09:04 pm