All the important details about the 2020 Hyundai Creta
New Hyundai Creta will be the carmaker's second introduction in India in 2020, following the launch of Hyundai Aura later this month.
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Hyundai Motor India will unveil the new Creta at the Auto Expo 2020. Launched in India in July 2015, the vehicle is currently in its first generation. Hyundai Creta is one of the most popular mid-size SUVs around, if not the most popular. Although recent introductions like Kia Seltos and MG Hector have been giving it stiff competition, the Creta has continued to hold its ground and churn out decent sales numbers.
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The second-generation Hyundai Creta has been spied testing on several occasions in India. It is based on the China-spec Hyundai ix25, which itself looks quite sporty. Below are all the important details that you should know about the 2020 Hyundai Creta.
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2020 Hyundai Creta Launch
The 2020 Creta will be reportedly launched in mid-March. It will be Hyundai Motor India's second introduction of the year after the Aura, which will make its way into the country on January 21.
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2020 Hyundai Creta Price
The current Hyundai Creta is priced very competitively. Hyundai Motor India might keep the second-generation Creta in the same price range. Even if the price shoots up, it won't be much. If the second-gen Creta should come to South Africa - Group 1 Hyundai is sure to be among the first with new pricing.
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2020 Hyundai Creta Features
The 2020 Hyundai Creta has received several modifications to its exteriors. While the overall silhouette is still quite sporty, the new Creta is bigger in terms of dimensions. The new cascading grille, flanked by LED headlamps and LED DRLs, gives the mid-size SUV a pretty bold look. There are changes to the rear with new taillamps. The tailgate has been redesigned as well. Also, the alloys are completely new. The cabin will get some premium features like 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a panoramic sunroof. You can expect Hyundai's BlueLink connectivity technology to be available in the new Creta.
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2020 Hyundai Creta Engine
The next-generation Hyundai Creta will come with the engine options that are available with Kia Seltos. At present, the Seltos has three BS6-compliant powertrain choices. There is a 1.5-litre petrol engine that makes 115 PS and 144 Nm of torque. A 1.5-litre VGT diesel mill produces 115 PS and 250 Nm of torque. There is a 1.4-litre Turbo GDI petrol motor delivering 140 PS and 242 Nm of torque. All the three engines come with a standard 6-speed manual gearbox. Besides, there are automatic transmission options like IVT (1.5-litre petrol), 6-speed AT (1.5-litre VGT diesel) and 7-speed DCT (1.4-litre Turbo GDI petrol).
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Article source: https://www.indiatoday.in/auto/latest-auto-news/story/2020-hyundai-creta-price-features-launch-engines-and-other-details-explained-1635417-2020-01-09
Posted on August 18th, 2020
Driver Review: 2020 Hyundai Venue
Hyundai's Venue is its littlest SUV to date. Look beyond its tiny footprint, and you'll find an awful lot to like.
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Hyundai's latest small-car venture, the 2020 Hyundai Venue, feels like a good value. It might not be the most dynamic car out there, but it oozes value in ways that will appeal to its core segment of younger buyers on the fence about buying new.
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More space than you think
The Hyundai Venue is small. For context, the already subcompact Hyundai Kona is some about 12cm longer than the Venue, with a wheelbase about 7.6cm longer. That might lead you to believe that driving the Venue must feel about as comfortable as riding the Tokyo subway at rush hour, but I can assure you that's not the case.
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Sliding into the Venue, I'm actually impressed with how spacious it feels. A lot of that has to do with the body, which has straight sides and a suitably tall roof, leading to an interior that is nowhere near as cramped as some might imagine. The second row is a little tight with a 182cm passenger behind a 182cm driver, but it works. Those big windows make for some excellent visibility on all sides, too, including a commanding view of the road (or the bumpers of larger SUVs) ahead.
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The Venue's trunk isn't bad, either. Its half cubic meter of space will hold a couple of people's worth of groceries, shopping bags or suitcases, but not much more than that. The Venue is almost half as capacious as the Kona, but then again, it's also one of the smallest SUVs available from any automaker, so the lack of storage shouldn't come as a surprise. There are a few other places to sock away your stuff, though, including a small cubby under the centre armrest and two large-enough pockets in the door panels. My favourite storage spot, though, has to be the little depression on the passenger side of the dashboard, which is great for a phone or small clutch purse.
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Performance
All Venues come equipped with the same engine. This 1.6-liter, naturally aspirated I4 produces just 121 horsepower and
153,207 Nm of torque.
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The four-pot makes a nice noise as the tachometer needle swings north, which helps distract from the fact that acceleration takes a little time to build up. Throttle tip-in is odd in its default Normal mode, with the first 5% of the pedal travel offering no forward motion, but moving the mode dial to Sport tunes some of that out in favor of increased responsiveness. The brakes are the opposite, grabbing with authority early in the pedal movement, requiring some mental gymnastics to retrain your reflexes to deliver smooth driving.
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The base model Venue comes with a six-speed manual, but my high-end SEL tester packs the continuously variable transmission that I imagine most Venues will carry. It's a slick little piece of equipment, keeping engine drone at bay while working to maximize fuel economy. More conventional shifts only pop up under harder driving, but no matter how far you smash the gas pedal toward the firewall, the transmission is the good kind of barely noticeable.
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It was particularly blustery on my drive day, which reminded me that the flat sides of the car can make it feel a little skittish in crosswinds -- a decent trade-off for having a good amount of space inside, I suppose. The steering was direct, if a little numb, but it felt nice as I threw in more than a little course correction to counteract the gusts. I wouldn't enjoy doing this over the length of an entire road trip, but for short jaunts around town (the most likely use case for the Venue), I don't think anybody will be too bothered.
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I find the Venue's ride to be as good as, if not better than, many of its competitors. By maxing out wheel sizes at 17 inches, all tires carry suitable sidewall to smooth out the ride over bad pavement. The slightly stiff body makes for a surprisingly engaging ride when you want it, and the suspension feels well-tuned for the realities of urban commuting. It's a compelling package.
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As for fuel economy, it should be pretty good. All-wheel drive isn't available, and the front-drive Venue is sufficiently thrifty: Six-speed models achieve 27 miles per gallon in the city and 35 mpg on the highway by EPA standards, while CVT variants can reach 30 mpg city or 34 highway, numbers that seem more than feasible after a couple of hours behind the wheel.
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Impressive tech at this price point
Some small cars carry hamstrung versions of an automaker's tech, likely to keep costs in line. Not the Venue, though -- no matter which trim you pick, the Venue comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that carries both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Hyundai's Blue Link interface remains as straightforward as ever, with suitable screen responsiveness and graphics that, while a little on the old side, present information in a way that's easy to get used to.
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The front passengers will enjoy simultaneous charging thanks to an available pair of USB ports up front, one of which can fast-charge devices. However, both ports are USB-A, with no Type-C on offer, and rear-seat occupants don't get any charging ports, which is a bummer. The phone-size tray ahead of the shifter could feasibly fit a wireless charger, and while one isn't on offer at the moment, Hyundai gave me one of those, "Oh, anything's possible" responses when pressed on the idea of implementing wireless charging in a later update.
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While keeping costs low is important, Hyundai doesn't scrimp on the Venue's standard safety systems. Even the base Venue comes with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and lane-keep assist. The R20 000 Convenience Package on the SEL trim adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert to the mix, but most of its driver assistance tech is standard. The only real casualty here is adaptive cruise control, which is not available on any trim.
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Down to brass tacks
The 2020 Venue is immensely affordable, with a starting price of R285 500 at Group 1 Hyundai. Range-topping models, whether it's the SEL or the more stylish Denim trim, hit the ceiling around R384 000, so you don't have to stretch your budget to next Wednesday to slide into a well-equipped new car, albeit a smaller one.
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That's the whole conceit of the Venue, as Hyundai explained it to me -- the automaker wants this little crossover to appeal to buyers who would otherwise be shopping for a used car. There's a special feeling that comes from having a car all to yourself from the start, and if the Venue gets more people to experience that, I'm all for it. As this segment of small SUVs grows, Hyundai has done a great job of establishing a high-water mark for everything that comes after.
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Article source: https://hyundaidrivers.wordpress.com/2020/08/18/driver-review-2020-hyundai-venue/
Posted on August 18th, 2020
2019 Hyundai Tucson Review
Hyundai’s crossover lineup is now one of the biggest in the industry with new entries, like the Kona, Palisade and even the upcoming Venue. While Hyundai has been adding to its crossover stable, that doesn’t mean that it’s ignored some of its heavyweights that helped get it where it is today. The Hyundai Tucson for sale has continued to rival popular compact crossovers, like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 for years and now it’s better than ever thanks to a mid-cycle refresh.
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The 2019 Hyundai Tucson not only gets some styling updates, but it’s now available with more tech features. On the outside the biggest update you’ll notice is a new version of Hyundai’s Cascading grille, which gives it a slightly more grown up look than before. Other smaller changes include new lighting at the front and rear and fresh alloy wheel designs. Overall the 2019 Tucson has a more classic, sculpted look that the latest RAV4, although it’s not super exciting to look at.
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Inside the biggest change is the redesigned center console that gets a new 8-inch touchscreen. The rest of the interior largely carries over, but it didn’t really need that much updating, since it’s covered in high quality materials. The Tucson’s interior feels more luxurious than you might expect, especially if you opt for the Ultimate trim level, which adds leather seats, wireless charging for your cell phone and even a heated steering wheel.
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On the safety front the Tucson comes standard with several driver assistance features, like Lane Keeping Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist and a Driver Attention Warning system. Upper trim levels get additional features, like Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning, a Surround View Monitor and adaptive cruise control.
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Moving down the road, the Tucson’s interior is quiet and comfortable. Your friends will easily enjoy any seat in the house. Keeping them entertained won’t be hard either since the Tucson also features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
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While the Tucson will be a great companion for a weekend road trip, its cargo area comes up a bit short compared to the CR-V and RAV4. With the rear seat up there’s 31 cubic feet of space for your stuff, compared to 39.2 cubic feet in the CR-V and 37.6 in the RAV4. With the rear seats folded the Tucson has 61.9 cubic feet of space, but the CR-V easily beats it at 75.8 and the RAV4 at 69.8 cubic feet.
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Buyers have a choice of two engines a 2.0L four-cylinder with 161 horsepower and 150 lb-ft. Of torque or a 2.4L four-cylinder with 181-hp and 175 lb-ft. Sadly the turbocharged 1.6L four-cylinder is no longer available. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive is optional.
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Both the CR-V and RAV4 pack more horsepower under the hood. Around town the 2.4L does an adequate job of moving the Tucson down the road, but there isn’t much "sport" there to keep you excited. On the freeway it’s evident that the Tucson could use a bit more power.
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If fuel economy is your thing, you’ll also probably be a bit disappointed with the Tucson’s MPG specs. The most efficient version with front-wheel drive and the 2.0L engine gets 23 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway, while all-wheel drive lowers those specs to 22/25 mpg. The 2.4L with front-wheel drive is rated at 22/28 mpg and the all-wheel drive version is rated at 21/26 mpg.
To compare the most efficient version of the CR-V is rated at 28/34 mpg and the RAV4 gets up to 26/35 mpg.
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The 2019 Tucson is offered in SE, Value, SEL, Sport, Limited, Night and Ultimate trim levels.
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While its mid-cycle facelift does bring some welcome additions to the 2019 Tucson lineup, these older Tucson models at Group 1 Hyundai are fantastic too.
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Posted on August 3rd, 2020
Discussed: Hyundai Maintenance & Servicing
Known for good prices, Hyundai is fast becoming a top brand for quality and reliability, too.
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According to YouGov, Hyundai ranks as the 13th most famous carmaker, particularly favoured by millennials, and is known for its affordability and reliability. But no matter how dependable a vehicle is, there will still be repair and maintenance costs.
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Every new Hyundai comes with a factory warranty, which provides basic coverage for a limited number of years. But if you’re looking for further coverage and continuous peace of mind, there are many extended warranties that offer prolonged protection.
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When deciding on a contract like an extended warranty, it’s smart to compare brands and get quotes from several companies.
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General Hyundai Maintenance
Hyundai Service Centers suggests all owners carry out each service at the recommended intervals. These services can be administered by factory-trained and certified Hyundai technicians at Group 1 Hyundai, who strictly observe all factory requirements.
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For all vehicles with a 2000 model year or newer, Hyundai provides a recommended maintenance schedule, which is based on the vehicle’s style, engine, total mileage, and other factors.
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For the most part, Hyundai owner manuals require service intervals every 10 000km.
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- Engine oil and oil filter changes
- Tire rotations
- In-cabin air filter replacement
- Multi-point inspection, for brake pads and engine air filter
- Wiper and tire pressure check
- Fluid leak check
- Visual inspection of suspension and chassis components
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Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance
Even with comparatively low maintenance costs, Hyundai makes it even easier to care for your vehicle with its complimentary maintenance plan. Part of the Hyundai Assurance program, the plan covers factory scheduled maintenance for up to 3 years/60 000km, whichever comes first.
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Each complimentary maintenance service includes engine oil and oil filter changes, tire rotations, multi-point inspections, and several other services.
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How Long Do Hyundai Vehicles Last?
In addition to its consistently high ranking in reliability by CarMD, Hyundai is also listed as the 13th most dependable brand by J.D. Power.
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Combined with the manufacturer’s warranty and maintenance plan, it’s clear Hyundai is doing all it can to ensure its vehicles last a long time. The brand is further noted to be one of the rising car brands for both cost and quality, according to U.S. News & World Report.
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How Do Extended Warranties Help With Costs?
All car warranties serve one overall purpose: to give the owner peace of mind. If you plan to keep your Hyundai beyond the original factory warranty coverage, it’s highly recommended to consider purchasing an extended auto warranty plan.
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These vehicle service contracts insure you against expenses incurred from the vehicle’s mechanical or system failures. While they’re not designed to cut down Hyundai maintenance costs, an extended warranty can be a lifesaver when it comes to expensive repair costs.
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Aside from protecting most major components, extended warranties can be further tailored to your preferred amount of coverage, time and mileage, and other details. For example, you can easily opt to include coverage for high-tech equipment, which is common in most cars these days.
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Most plans include additional services, such as 24/7 roadside assistance or reimbursement for a rental car in case yours is in the shop. Many extended warranty providers will also take care of all paperwork and payment associated with repairs.
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With the right extended car warranty, most drivers find that the total coverage, extra service, and complete peace of mind are well worth the price.
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Article source: https://www.motor1.com/reviews/419124/hyundai-maintenance-cost/
Posted on July 4th, 2020
2020 Hyundai H 100 Specs & Features
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The Hyundai H100 comes in 4 variants, namely the Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck, Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck (aircon), Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D tipper & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D tipper (aircon). We’ve put all the H100 specs and features into a list below. You can view more information about the H100 at Group 1 Hyundai.
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Interior
Cloth upholstery - All models
Seats quantity - 3 seats in all models
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Comfort
Air conditioning - Optional, but available in all models
Cup bottle holders - All models
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Features
Power steering - All models
CD player - No
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Specifications
Doors - All models have 2 doors
Fuel Type - All models have diesel engines
Fuel range average (km) - All models range an average of 637km
Driven wheels - All models are rear-wheel driven
Driven wheels quantity - All models have two rear wheels
Gear ratios quantity - All models have 5 gear ratios
Gearshift - All models have manual transmission gearboxes
Transmission type - All models have manual transmissions
Front tyres - All models have 195/70 R15 C front tyres
Rear tyres - All models have 195/70 R15 C rear tyres
Spare wheel size full - All models
Length (mm) - Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck (aircon) are 4795mm, while the Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D tipper & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D tipper (aircon) are 4750mm
Width excl mirrors incl mirrors (mm) - All models are 1740mm wide
Height (mm) - All models are 1965mm in height
Wheelbase (mm) - All models have a 2430mm wheelbase
Ground clearance minimum maximum (mm) - All models have a 130mm ground clearance
Turning circle wheels body (m) - All models have a 10.8mm turning circle
Unladen/tare/kerb weight (kg) - Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck (aircon) have a 1665kg kerb weight, while the Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D tipper & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D have a 1434 kerb weight
Load carrying capacity / payload - All models have a payload of 1335
Gross weight (GVM) - All models have a GVM of 3000
Towing capacity - unbraked - All models have an unbraked towing capacity of 750
Towing capacity - braked - All models have a braked towing capacity of 1200
Fuel tank capacity (incl reserve) - All models have a fuel tank capacity of 65
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Economy
Fuel consumption average (l/100km) - All models have an average fuel consumption of 10.2l/100km
CO2 emissions average (g/km) - All models have an average CO2 emission of 238g/km
Emission control phase Euro EU level - All models have a Euro EU 2 level
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Performance
Power maximum (kW) - All models have a max power of 58kW
Power maximum total (kW) - All models have a total max power of 58kW
Power peak revs (r/min) - All models offer 3800r/min
Power to weight ratio (kW/ton) - Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck (aircon) have a 34.8kW/ton weight ratio, while the Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D tipper & Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D have a 40.4kW/ton weight ratio
Torque maximum (Nm) - All models have a max torque of 167Nm
Torque peak revs (r/min) - All models have peak revs of 2200r/min
Torque maximum total (Nm) - All models have a total max torque of 167Nm
Torque to weight ratio (Nm/ton) - Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck has a 100.3 Nm/ton ratio, the Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D deck (aircon) has a102.1 Nm/ton ratio, while the Hyundai H 100 Bakkie 2.6D & aircon have a 116.5 Nm/ton ratio.
Acceleration 0-100 kmh (s) - All models have an acceleration speed of 13.6seconds.
Maximum top speed (km/h) - All models have a max top speed of 126km/h
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Engine Details
Engine position/ location - All model engines are in the front
Engine capacity (cc) - All models have an engine capacity of2607cc
Engine size (l) - All models have a 2.6 engine
enginedetailshort - All models have a 2.6 D engine
Engine + detail - All models have a 2.6 Diesel engine
Cylinder layout - All models have inline cylinders
Cylinders - All models have four cylinders
Cylinder layout + quantity - All models have a I4
Cam - All models have a Dohc cam
Valves per cylinder - All models have 14 valves per cylinder
Valves quantity - All models have 8 valves
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Warranties and Maintainance
Warranty time (years) - All models have a 5 Vehicle / 7 Drivetrain warranty
Warranty distance (km) - All models have a 150000 Vehicle / 200000 Drivetrain warranty distance
Service plan - All models come standard with a service plan
Service plan time (years) - All models have a 3 year service plan
Service plan time (distance) - All models have a 60000km service plan
Roadside assistance time - All models have 5 roadside assists
Service interval (distance) - All models have a 10000km service interval
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Information
Status - All models have a C status
Segment - All models have are LCVs
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Article source: https://www.cardealer.co.za/new-cars/Hyundai/H-100/Prices-Specs
Posted on July 4th, 2020
Throwback to the 2018 Hyundai Accent
The 2018 Hyundai Accent was a pleasant surprise. It was a subcompact sedan with a manual transmission. Normally, I’d say that would make it boring. But the Hyundai Accent has always had some spunk.
Powered by a 1.6-liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine that made 130 horsepower and 119-pound feet of torque, this car was actually fun to drive. That may have had something to do with the six-speed manual transmission that transferred power to the pavement.
It got 28 mpg in the city, 37 mpg on the highway and 31 mpg combined. It had 15-inch wheels, Hyundai’s cascading grille, body-coloured outside mirrors and door handles and a one-touch triple turn signal.
This was the fifth generation of the Accent and it seemed like they poured all they learned from the previous generations into the latest version. For instance, the architecture was comprised of 54.5 percent advanced high strength steel, 13 percent more than was used on the last generation Accent.
The more rigid chassis provided better driving dynamics. The 2018 Hyundai Accent felt good. Noise, harshness and vibration, NVH, was almost imperceptible and that was saying something because of all the road construction.
I had what amounts to these days a basic car; it was the SE trim line. There was no satellite radio, Android of CarPlay, no navigation system and no voice controls just an AM/FM radio. However, the audio system would stream from the music on a smartphone like my Pandora app.
There was also a rearview camera which is mandatory as of May 2018 for vehicles weighing less than 10,000 lbs. Inside, there was a five-inch color touchscreen but there wasn’t much to control. That was okay.
The interior had enough in terms of USB and auxiliary jacks and two 12V sockets as not to look sparse. I’m sure that’s not why they were there; just beneath the central climate control and media area. The front seats were manual but they were comfortable. Sightlines were good too.
The instruments were real, not TFT projections. They were black faced with white numerals. Its cloth seats felt good in terms of texture and the ambiance of the Accent conveyed solidness.
I climbed into the backseats and found them relatively spacious. All be true six-footers would have ample headspace. Because the car was a front-wheel-drive manual sedan there was not much of a tunnel running to the back wheels. Thus, three relatively large people could get in the back seat.
I don’t know if the six-speed automatic would have the pep of the manual but I found the 2018 Accent to be a slick little sedan. Additionally, it is a cost-efficient buy.
Each new generation of the Accent is meant to be an improvement on the previous. The 2018 Accent was a total bombshell - imagine what the newest Hyundai Accent is like! I dare you to check it out at Group 1 Hyundai.
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Article source: https://www.theatlantavoice.com/articles/about-that-car-hyundai-accent-2018/
Posted on May 27th, 2020
Another reason to buy a 2019 Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai changed the headlight design on its 2019 Tucson crossover SUV midway through the model year, earning high-trim versions of the small 'ute a Top Safety Pick+ award.
The upgraded accolade applies only to versions of the 2019 Hyundai Tucson for sale built after March 2019. In re-testing, the IIHS rated the upgraded LED projector headlights "Good," which was the missing piece for the Tucson's Top Safety Pick+ award. To earn the highest honor, the IIHS requires vehicles to score "Good" marks in all crashworthiness tests, a "Superior" score for active safety technology, and a "Good" rating for headlights.
Previously, the crossover SUV already earned "Good" marks in all six crash test evaluations and a "Superior" rating for front crash prevention with an optional system.
Models from Group 1 Hyundai that Hyundai can specifically call a Top Safety Pick+ are the Ultimate, Sport, and Limited models. Each has LED projector headlights that scored top marks in IIHS testing, even though they do not a curve-adaptive feature. The Ultimate trim also gets high-beam assist. Models that do not earn the award are the volume sellers: the SE, SEL, and Value trims. They still sport halogen projector headlights the IIHS rates as "Poor." The Ultimate, Sport, and Limited models built before the headlight tweaks earned an "Acceptable" rating with their headlights, which was good enough for the standard Top Safety Pick award.
That makes the least expensive Tucson with the top-rated headlights the Sport trim, which starts at $28,745 before other options (such as AWD) and including a $1,045 destination charge.
In total, the Tucson makes 11 Hyundai models rated with a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+.
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Article from Hyundai Drivers.
Posted on April 23rd, 2020
2020 Hyundai Accent - A small car for frugal grown-ups.
If you think it's impossible to be frugal and also park a nicely equipped new car in your driveway, you need to test-drive the 2020 Hyundai Accent. Offered in three distinct trims—from the price leader SE to the loaded Limited—the Accent provides something for everyone's budget. Its 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine is as efficient as the car's base price would suggest. We've found the lightweight Accent fun to drive and easy to pitch into corners with enough speed to make the tires squeal. In this case, the old saying is true: It's more fun to drive a slow car fast than to drive a fast car slow. If you just need a no-frills commuter mobile, the Accent's cabin is spacious and utilitarian; higher-spec SEL and Limited come models with more gear than the base car, but all three come with touchscreen infotainment.
What's New for 2020?
The smallest Hyundai receives a new four-cylinder engine and an optional continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) replaces last year's six-speed automatic; these changes improve the Accent's EPA combined fuel economy rating by 4 mpg. The new engine makes 10 fewer horsepower than the engine in the 2019 Accent, but we expect performance to be about the same. A six-speed manual transmission remains standard, and it's the one we'd pick.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The Accent's 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine makes 120 horsepower and drives the front wheels through either a six-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The four-cylinder is new for 2020 and we've not tested one, but we expect performance similar to last year's model which offered 130 horsepower. It's clear that ride comfort takes priority over deft handling. Still, the Accent feels lively, its small body is easily tossed into corners, and it's even rewarding when pushed. Rough roads are smoothed out adequately by the suspension. Test drive the new Hyundai Accent to get a feel for it yourself.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
Small cars are expected to deliver good fuel-economy numbers, and the Accent does just that. The new four-cylinder engine has improved fuel economy across the lineup: manual-transmission models are rated at 33 mpg combined and automatic models claim a 36 mpg combined rating. We haven't had the chance to put the Accent's new powertrain through our real-world highway fuel-economy testing, but last year's less efficient model impressed us with a 41 mpg result when equipped with the standard six-speed manual transmission.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The Accent's grown-up interior seems well built. Sporting a frill-free interior design, the Accent is uncomplicated and honest. Both of our test cars had a black interior. The optional beige interior imparts a richer feeling, with two-tone tan and black seats and a similar treatment for the dash and door panels. Despite its sedan body and a smaller amount of cargo space with the rear seats in use, the Accent had room for more of our carry-on cases than did its more practically shaped hatchback Rio.
Infotainment and Connectivity
A 5.0-inch touchscreen radio is standard and provides USB and auxiliary ports for connecting devices to the interface, but the 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system that comes on SEL and Limited trims is higher-tech. The larger display also boasts Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity as well as a second USB port located on the back of the centre console. Both systems offer Bluetooth phone connectivity, but the 7.0-inch touchscreen also comes with SiriusXM satellite radio.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hasn't released crash-test results for the Accent, but the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named it a Top Safety Pick. Automated emergency braking and forward-collision warning are optional driver-assistance features not offered on many of the Accent's rivals. Key safety features include:
- forward-collision warning
- automated emergency braking
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
At 10 years or 160,000 km, Hyundai and sister company Kia have the best powertrain warranties available, and the Accent is the latest in Hyundai's lineup at Group 1 Hyundai to carry this class-leading coverage. The company also now offers complimentary scheduled maintenance that bests mainstream rivals such as Toyota.
- - The limited warranty covers 5 years or 100 000 km
- - Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 160 000 km
- - Complimentary maintenance covers 3 years or 60 000 km
Article from https://www.caranddriver.com/hyundai/accent
Posted on April 23rd, 2020
Used Hyundai i10 Reviews - Advice for Buyers
What should I look for in a used Hyundai i10 hatchback?
The Hyundai i10 for sale out there will be mostly urban, so check for dings in the bodywork caused by minor bumps in tight car parks. It’s also worth looking at the alloy wheels, on the versions that have them, to check they haven’t been scraped against a kerb too vigorously. Check the smooth operation of the rear hatchback and that the rear seats drop easily.
Make sure that the air conditioning works, because if it doesn't and requires a re-gas, it could be more expensive than you'd expect to fix. This is because Hyundai uses a more environmentally friendly refrigerant gas in their cars, which is pricier and isn't widely available.
Used Hyundai i10 2014 -present
What are the most common problems with a used Hyundai i10 hatchback?
Reported problems are rare, although there have been issues with the rear brake pads sticking to the discs. In our recent survey, it was noted that the i10 scored above average for brake disc wear but below average for brake pad wear. One or two owners have also reported that clutches can slip, so check that thoroughly on any test drive, especially if buying privately. In this regard, it’s always better to buy from a reputable used Hyundai car dealer as they’re cars will be put through a stringent check before being sold.
Is a used Hyundai i10 hatchback reliable?
According to a recent reliability survey, the second-gen i10 available at Group 1 Hyundai, is very reliable. It came in fifth place out of 25 in the small and city car class, with few reported problems. Hyundai as a brand always features near the top of any manufacturer reliability table; in our most recent survey, it finished seventh out of 31 car makers.
Article source: https://hyundaidrivers.wordpress.com/2020/03/31/used-hyundai-i10-reviews-advice-for-buyers/
Posted on March 31st, 2020
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Nails the Crossover Game and Looks Good Doing It
Hyundai's popular midsize crossover is striding into its 19th year and firing on all cylinders.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is now 19 years old, if you can believe it. It was new in 2019 for a fourth-generation with a better-looking and now corporate face. Hyundai’s plan was to make it feel more like an SUV, and I think they’ve succeeded. The Santa Fe XL is still on sale at Group 1 Hyundai, according to the consumer website, but this car is really bordered, sizewise, by the bigger Palisade and the smaller Tucson in the company stable.
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Specs
Drivetrain: 2.4-liter I4, eight-speed automatic, AWD
Output: 185 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 178 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Curb Weight: 3,735 lb
Fuel Economy (EPA City/Highway/Combined): 21/27/24 mpg
For 2020, the Hyundai Santa Fe moved a few features around. Limited trims get standard blind-spot monitors and premium door plates; blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, and safe exit assists moved from standard equipment to SEL trim and above; wireless charging is standard on SEL with the convenience package, and dark chrome trim is standard on all but the Limited trim.
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe gets either a 2.4-liter I-4 making 185 hp and 175 lb-ft and the 2.0-liter turbo I-4 making 235 hp and 260 lb-ft.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is the right size for my current, four-person family. The big sellers in the category are the Honda Pilot, Subaru Outback and Ford Edge, but this might be the best looking of the bunch. I like the new face of the brand that’s now also on the Kona, Venue and Palisade though I can see it being polarizing.
As for
ride and handling, the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe was fine. Bumps were well muted and control was relatively direct. I do remember driving it into some DEEP water on the first drive, like 20-some inches, and made it out.
The 2020 Santa Fe's HTRAC all-wheel-drive system, available on all trims, defaults to front-wheel drive until slip is detected. Then it can send up to 50 percent of the power rearward. In sport mode, it starts at 65 percent front, 35 percent rear and varies from there.
Hyundai Tucson too small? Palisade too big? The 2020 Santa Fe sits right in the middle.
The 2020 Santa Fe interior is as ergonomic as you can get with knobs for climate and volume and tuning, cupholders that are next to the gear shift, and not behind it, and, well there’s a tacked-on looking screen on top of the dash that I don’t love, but it is easy to sneak a look at while driving without taking your eyes too far off the road.
Our 2020 Santa Fe Limited comes standard with leather seats, dual climate control with four-way lumbar adjustment, ventilated seats along with heat and memory, the 8-inch nav screen, surround view monitor and a few other things.
Article source: https://www.autoweek.com/drives/g30317528/the-2020-hyundai-santa-fe-nails-the-crossover-game-and-looks-good-doing-it/
Posted on March 2nd, 2020