UPGRADED HYUNDAI i30 N FIRST INFORMATION

Hyundai Motor has revealed the first information about the latest generation of its hot hatch, the i30 N. The i30 N features revised aggressive-looking front and rear bumpers, two large exhaust pipes, a wide centre grille with the N signature, and new rear lamps and new LED headlamps with V-shaped DRLs. The images also show newly-developed 19-inch forged alloy wheels, which are lighter than those of the previous i30 N, saving more than 14kg of unsprung mass. Hyundai says new i30 will be available with the company’s eight-speed dual clutch… Read more

HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2012 – 2018

Hyundai Veloster is something right out of the ordinary: a coupe on the driver’s side and a hatchback on the other side. A problem with two-door coupes is getting passengers in and out of the rear seats. Veloster overcomes this by having a small back door on the left side. It’s forward hinged and makes access to the back reasonably easy. Test the rear door as part of your pre-purchase process if someone with limited mobility if they’re likely to be travelling back there. Cleverly, the extra door is offered… Read more

HYUNDAI IONIQ – A COMPLETELY NEW MARQUE

Hyundai Motor Company has announced the launch of its new Ioniq brand dedicated to battery electric vehicles. The creation of Ioniq brand is part of Hyundai’s plan to lead the global EV market. Hyundai first introduced the term Ioniq, which fuses “ion” and “unique”, when it announced Project Ioniq, a long-term research and development project focused on eco-friendly mobility. However, the existing IONIQ vehicles (HEV, PHEV, EV) will not be housed under the new IONIQ brand. IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6 and IONIQ 7 are coming, with the even numbers used… Read more

NEW i30 SEDAN N LINE: FIRST DETAILS

Hyundai has given us information on the new i30 Sedan N Line sedan that’s due in Australia in the final quarter of this year. Powered by a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine (150kW / 265Nm) that sits beside a six-speed manual or seven-speed double clutch transmission. It has increase stiffness in its suspension, rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and has larger front brake rotors. Hyundai i30 Sedan’s grille has an aggressive look with an N Line badge and geometric pattern. Arrow-shaped air curtains on the lower fascia support aerodynamic performance and engine… Read more

HYUNDAI IONIQ – A COMPLETELY NEW MARQUE

Hyundai Motor Company has announced the launch of its new Ioniq brand dedicated to battery electric vehicles. The creation of Ioniq brand is part of Hyundai’s plan to lead the global EV market. Hyundai first introduced the term Ioniq, which fuses “ion” and “unique”, when it announced Project Ioniq, a long-term research and development project focused on eco-friendly mobility. However, the existing IONIQ vehicles (HEV, PHEV, EV) will not be housed under the new IONIQ brand. IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6 and IONIQ 7 are coming, with the even numbers used… Read more

NEW i30 SEDAN N LINE: FIRST DETAILS

Hyundai has given us information on the new i30 Sedan N Line sedan that’s due in Australia in the final quarter of this year. Powered by a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine (150kW / 265Nm) that sits beside a six-speed manual or seven-speed double clutch transmission. It has increase stiffness in its suspension, rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and has larger front brake rotors. Hyundai i30 Sedan’s grille has an aggressive look with an N Line badge and geometric pattern. Arrow-shaped air curtains on the lower fascia support aerodynamic performance and engine… Read more

HYUNDAI SANTA FE: NEW ‘ACTIVE X’ MODEL

Hyundai’s has added a new variant to its Santa Fe range, the Active X. It sits between the range-opening Active and the mid-grade Elite. Rear privacy glass is intended to give the feeling of riding in the back of a limousine. This is enhanced by leather seat trim, a premium finish dashboard, fabric A-pillar covers and melange knit headlining. A choice of black or dark beige interior trim combinations is offered. it has a dual-zone climate control air conditioning system, with automatic windscreen defogging function and glovebox compartment cooling. Power… Read more

HYUNDAI i30 SEDAN N-LINE: FIRST LOOK

In a global reveal Hyundai has released design renderings of its new i30 Sedan N-Line sport sedan. These show low and wide styling with the fascia having an edgy N-Line version of Hyundai’s signature cascading grill. There are also N-Line badging and motorsport-inspired air intake. It has side skirts and 18-inch alloy wheels, with larger brakes showing through the wheels to indicate this is a serious vehicle, not a dressed up special. The sculpted rear is set off by single twin exhausts and rear diffuser. The side mirrors, N-Line window… Read more

2020 HYUNDAI IONIQ PLUG-IN HYBRID PREMIUM

Hyundai is very serious about the transition to electric vehicles and the Ioniq is the Korean marque’s first dedicated eco vehicle. There is no petrol-only variant – it’s sold with a choice of three electrified powertrains – Pure Electric, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Though it was introduced less than a year ago the Ioniq recently received a major update. The most important change is that it benefits from a refreshed Australian chassis tune. More about this in the Driving section of this review. STYLING Thankfully the Koreans have chosen not… Read more

2020 HYUNDAI SANTA FE: FIRST DETAILS

Hyundai has unveiled the design of the revised Santa Fe that’s coming Downunder in the second half of this year. The Santa Fe’s new front section has a wide grille that extends across the entire width of the vehicle. The lower air intakes have a horizontal line to visually accentuate the vehicle’s wide stance. The sides the revised Santa Fe have a seamless line all the way from the fronts daytime running lights to the taillights. Redesigned taillights are connected across the rear hatch by a slim illuminated bar. Increased… Read more