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HYUNDAI LAUNCH

HYUNDAI GRAND i10 LAUNCH

he Hyundai Grand i10 is an all new model, even if it The full range and prices are as follows:
looks similar to the previous version.* 1.0 Motion MT: R191 900
TLonger, lower, wider and boasting a longer wheelbase, 1.0 Motion AT: R216 900
the new version has grown in every dimension. 1.0 Fluid MT: R216 900 (the launch model driven)
The new range consists of 1.0l and 1.2l engines with the 1.2 Fluid MT: R230 900
option of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. 1.2 Fluid AT: R256 900
The 1.0l is available in the base Motion or higher spec Fluid
models, while the 1.2l is only available with the higher Fluid All versions include the 7-year/200 000km warranty plus a
spec level. 1-year/15 000km service plan. n
At the launch, only the 1.0l Fluid models were available as
Hyundai projects that 80% of sales will be the smaller engine Use this link for our video review:
versions. Figures of 49kW and 94Nm seemed low but a low https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gpHTOdhqrk
weight of 890kg soon proved me wrong. The cars were peppy
thanks to the typical 3-cylinder buzzy engines that thrive on revs. *Although I introduce this car in the video as the i20, it is in fact
Our launch drive out into the country showed that the new the i10 that is reviewed here.
car is highly capable on freeways and country roads, easily
maintaining the national speed limit and feeling very
comfortable and smooth for a small and light car.
As always, Hyundai has trumped the opposition on spec
levels if not on price so all versions are extremely well
specced. An infotainment screen, Isofix fittings, two airbags
and ABS are standard. Fluid adds items like alloy wheels,
daytime running lights integrated into the grille, fog lights,
artificial leather seating with red stitching, electric windows all
round and rear park distance control.

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he Hyundai Creta has been a great success in SA with addition at the top of the range is the 1.4l Turbo GDI petrol
15 000 units sold since it was first launched. giving 103kW and 242Nm, with a 7-speed DCT (dual clutch)
TThe new version introduces a striking front end with very automatic transmission. All versions are front wheel drive.
unusual daytime running lights curving around the front – and The launch vehicle was the top turbo version. The power
similar treatment at the rear. delivery was smooth with great acceleration and ultra-smooth
The latest range offers three engine options starting with gearshifts. The NVH has obviously received attention and we
the 1.5l petrol giving 85kW and 144Nm with the option of were impressed by how quiet and smooth the car was at
6-speed manual or the new IVT (Intelligent Variable highway speeds. A short bit of dirt road was also handled
Transmission). Next is the 1.5l diesel giving 85kW and 250Nm comfortably and with stability.
and a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. The new As driven, the top specification offers six airbags, full black
leather finishes and the now familiar Hyundai touchscreen.
Wireless charging is also a feature on this model. I was struck
by how clean and uncluttered the stack below the screen looks
with minimal controls for the manual air-conditioning system.
With pricing ranging from R374 900 to R484 900 as
driven, I am sure that the new models will build on the success
of the Creta. n

Use this link to view our video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4v_IGkK28jo

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