Hyundai i20 Blue

Hyundai adds i20 Blue to its produt line-up in the UK!



Earlier this year, Hyundai launched the i10 Bleu in the UK. Following the low-emission i10 city car is the i20 Blue, which was launched today.



Ater the i10 Blue, the all-new Hyundai i20 Blue is yet another vehicle from the South Korean carmaker that relases less than 100 grams of CO2 per kilometer. Furthermore, with CO2 emissions of just 98 grams per kilometre, the i20 Blue is the lowest emitting vehicle in Hyundai UK's product range.



The all-new Hyundai i20 Blue features a wide range of eco-friendly powertrain technologies, including low-rolling resistance tires, Intelligent Stop & Go -ISG system, rear suspension under cover and rear wheel deflector.



These are the features that help the i20 Blue to achieve 12 percent reduction of CO2 emissions in comparison to the regular 1,4L diesel engine powered i20.

Hyundai i20 Blue price & features

Hyundai i20 Blue is based on the current i20 Comfort trim level (available in the UK) and is coupled with the Euro V 1.4 CRDi diesel engine with 90 horsepower. In the UK, the i20 Blue is priced at £13,195.

For the price of little more than £13KT, a buyer gets a plethora of standard features such as Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition, 15-inch alloy wheels, electric heated and folding door mirrors, steering wheel audio controls, steering wheel audio controls, USB and aux connections air conditioning and remote central locking.

The all-new Hyundai i20 Blue is already on sale in the UK!

Hyundai reports June 2011 sales

Hyundai Motor America announced its latest sales results for the month of June 2011!

The South Korean carmaker set an all-new monthly record selling nearly 60.000 new vehicles in one month alone. With almost 20.000 units sold, respectively, the Sonata and Elantra retained the as the top selling Hyundai models in the States.

Hyundai Santa Fe SUV, which is getting a replacement within a year or two, has done a great job as well. In June, Hyundai dealers sold more than 7.000 units of Santa Fe. The Santa Fe's little brother Tucson crossover recorded sales of 4.406 units, while seven-seat passanger crossover - Veracruz posted sales of nearly 1.000 units (600+ June 2010).

Hyundai Genesis sedan, which received a mid-cycle makeover last month has also posted record sales for the month. With sales of 3.149 units, Genesis almost surpassed the all-new 2012 Accent sub-compact car with 3.612 units sold.

Hyundai also sold 221 units of Equus luxury sedan, which is a respectable achievement for a luxury car that just hit the market.

According to Hyundai, its sales for the first six months of the year are up 26 percent. With the upcoming Veloster and Elantra coupes, as well as increased supply of new Hyundai Accent, the carmaker is confident to increase its sales in the second half of 2011.

See detailed Hyundai June sales table at our friend's site Hyundai-blog.com

New Samsung QM5 to challenge Hyundai ix35/Tucson, Kia Sorento CUV

Renault Samsung Motors, which operates in South Korea and exports its cars to a dozen of foreign countries, unveiled its facelifted QM5 crossover vehicle in Korea.

With the new QM5, the Renault Samsung Motors aims to challenge the South Korean crossover rivals such as Hyundai ix35 and Kia Sorento CUVs.

The all-new Samsung QM5 is a slightly redesigned crossover vehicle, which has been on sale in Korea for about two years. The model has also been sold in Europe as Renault Koleos.

The mid-cycle makeover affected the exterior, which now features sportier front fascia with redesigned headlamps and radiator grille that provide the vehicle a more urban style.

The new QM5 features upgraded four-cylinder engines (diesel and gasoline) and slightly redesigned interior lay-out with upper grade materials.

Renault-Samsung hopes that latest styling changes and powertrain upgrades will spawn more interest in the new QM5 crossover in Korea. The company hopes to take some sales from Hyundai ix35 and 2012 Kia Sorento, as well as Kia Sportage crossover.

Hyundai Elantra 2-door

Our friends over at Hyundai-Blog.com just published the very-first spy shot of the 2012 Elantra Coupe. Apparently, a reader of theirs have sent them an image whichhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif reveals a heavily-camoed Elantra 2-door, which is rumored to make its official premiere at the 2011 L.A. Auto Show.

Head over to their blog to see the image of the Hyundai Elantra 2-door!

Hyundai i45 named "Best Family Car for 2011"

Edmunds.com names Hyundai i45 mid-size sedan as the best family car for 2011!

If you're looking for a new family vehicle to replace your old sedan, you might want to take a look at the "best family car of 2011". According to Edmunds.com and car experts from Parents magazine, the best family car for 2011 is i45 sedan from Hyundai Motor Company.

Automobile experts from both renowned publicitations compared hundreds of vehicles focusing on safety and reliability as top priorities and chose the 2011 Hyundai i45 as the best of all family cars currently on the market.

The all-new Hyundai i45 boasts beautifully executed exterior design and offers class-leading comfort. It is also one of the safest cars out there. It features advanced standard safety technologies achieving a 5-star ANCAP rating in Australia and USA.

Known also as Hyundai Sonata in the States, the 2011 i45 offers a 2.4L GDI Theta engine and six-speed automatic transmission. [Source: Hyundai Motor Australia]

2012 Hyundai Sonata Updates

Hyundai's award-winning Sonata sedan has received some updates for the 2012 model year. No, the popular mid-size sedan did not receive any styling updates, however, the 2012 model boasts slightly upgraded engines and more equipment for the price.

2012 Hyundai Sonata updates:

- touch-screen navigation with HD Radio Technology now available

- panoramic sunroof now standard on 2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited

- Blue Link telematics system standard on all Sonatas

- Rear backup camera available on Hyundai Sonata SE with Sunroof and Navigation Package

Engine line-up upgrades:

Hyundai engineers slightly updated the fuel-savy engine line-up so the four-cylinder engines for further improved fuel efficiency.


Hyundai's Theta II GDI 2.4L fuel economy: 24 city / 35 highway

Theta II GDI 2.0-liter turbo fuel economy: 22 city / 34 highway

According to Hyundai-blog.com, the 2012 Sonata delivers best-in-class fuel economy. [Source: Hyundai-blog.com]

Hyundai luxury cars gain market share in USA

Hyundai's recently launched Equus luxury sedan and rear-wheel-drive Genesis sedan are boosting Hyundai Motor's presence in the U.S. luxury sedan market. Both luxury models have sold above initial expectations, says Hyundai.

Latest automobile sales data reveal that sales of Hyundai Genesis averages at approximatelly 2,500 units each month, while Equus sales averages at around 250 units each month. Last month, Hyundai Genesis took more than 10 percent of the mid-luxury car segment, while its larger sibling, the Equus sedan accumulated a market share of 5,4%!

Sales of the 2012 Hyundai Genesis sedan and 2011 Equus luxury sedan go beyond our expectations," said a company spokesman. The South Korean carmaker forecasts the sales of both sedans to reach above 30.000 units ( Hyundai Genesis) and more than 3.000 units (Equus) in the USA this year. [Source: Koreaherald ]

Hyundai sales in April 2011

April 2011 was a very strong month for Hyundai Motor America! The South Korean carmaker recently reported an all-time record April 2011 sales of 61.754 units! The number represents a 40 percent increase compared with the same record-breaking period in 2010.

Hyundai's sales-to-date in the States are up as well. The automaker increased its sales so far by more than 30 percent, with retail volume rising 40 percent. According to Hyundai Motor America, sales to fleet accounts are down 45 percent for the year with fleet representing 13 percent of the total sales mix year-to-date.

Hyundai's best-selling nameplate in April 2011 was the popular Elantra with sales surpassing the 22.000 sales mark. It was followed by Sonata mid-size sedan and Santa Fe SUV in second and third spot with sales 21,730 and 5,771 units, respectively.

April 2011 marks the first time Hyundai sold more than 20,000 units in the same month of two different models.

You can find more detailed April 2011 sales report at our friend's Hyundai blog: Hyundai sales April

Hyundai introduces 1,6L turbo engine

At the 2011 Seoul auto show, Hyundai announced it has developed the 1,6L turbo engine.

The 1,6L Turbo engine features a twin-scroll turbo-charger which helps the engine to produce as much as 208 horsepower, while at the same time helps reducing the engine's fuel-consumption.

We are expecting the Hyundai to officially announce the new turbo engine at the 2011 New York Auto Show, which kicks off next week.

New Hyundai 1,6L turbo engine will be first available in the 2012 Hyundai Veloster, while later it is expected to appear in other Hyundai compact cars including the next-generation Hyundai i30 and upcoming Hyundai Elantra coupe.

Hyundai's sister firm, Kia Motors might also benefit from this highly advanced 1,6L turbo engine and models such as Kia Optima Koup and new cee'd could get the engine sometime in the near future.

Hyundai Blue 2 concept car

Hyundai introduces new hydrogen-powered fuel-cell concept car named Blue 2 at the 2011 Seoul Motor Show!

Named Blue 2, the concept car's name is a derivate of Hyundai's sub eco-brand called "Blue Drive" and the number 2, which comes from H2 and symbolizes the symbol for hydrogen gas.

It was designed and developed at Hyundai's Seoul based reasearch and design headquarters with an aim at gaining early leadership of the fuel cell electric vehicle market.

Hyundai Blue 2 concept vehicle is powered by a 122 horsepower fuel cell stack that delivers a mileage capability of 34.9 km/liter on the car. The car features aerodynamic enhancements as well as low roll-resistance tires and light-weight alloy wheels to improve its fuel-economy.

The latest concept car from Hyundai is full of innovative technologies. It features a highly advanced fuel cell stack under the hood, which poweres the car, as well as a plethora of other infotainment systems and technologies including a welcome system that recognizes the driver, automatic opening door system and both, side cameras and a roof cameras replacing the conventional side mirrors.

Inside, the Hyundai Blue 2 concept features interior design which encompasses a futuristic look by using eco-friendly new materials.

China: Hyundai sales soar

Hyundai has become the third best-seeling automobile brand in China this year. In the first month of 2011, the South Korean carmaker, which operates two manufacturing plants in China and has another one under construction, sold 72.000 units in January 2011 and 50.717 new vehicles in February 2011.

Despite selling less vehicles than in a month earlier, February sales still represent a 36 percent increase compared to the same month from a year ago. Hyundai's market share also rose 0.9 percentage point from 5.8 percent in January to 6.7 percent in February.

Hyundai's sister company, Kia Motors (Kia Optima colors), has also been successful last month. Although its sales soared only 4.3 percent, the company sold 25.008 new vehicles in the world's largest car market, which was enough to become the 9th largest automobile brand in China.

Hyundai, on the other hand, has taken the No.3 spot among car brands in China, following the Shanghai-Volkswagen and Shanghai-GM taking first and second spot.

New Hyundai Veloster sports coupe launch

Hyundai launches new Veloster sports coupe in South Korea.

Hyundai Motor Company today launched the all-new Veloster sports coupe in Korea. The new model has been launched as of the automaker's new brand, called "Premium Youth Lab," which targets younger buyer by offering "premium emotional values", revealed Hyundai Motor Company.

The all-new Hyundai Veloster three-door coupe, which made official worldwide debut at the 2011 North American International Auto Show earlier this year, delivers innovation to the compact coupe segment with a unique three-door design (one door on the driver's side, two doors on the other side), Hyundai's Blue Link system, and Pandora Internet radio with seven-inch touch-screen display.

The new Veloster is propelled by Hyundai's brand-new 1.6L GDI (direct-injected) four-cyl. engine, which is mated to the camaker's in-house developed dual-clutch transmission -DCT. The all-new 1.6L GDI engine belongs to Gamma engine family and is currently the automaker's smallest engine to use Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) technology.

The gasoline-direct-injection technology enables the engine to provide plenty of power (138 horsepower in this case) and emit fewer emissions as similarly sized powerplants. Hyundai American Technical Center powertrain director, John Juriga commented: "Despite its small size, the 1.6L GDI unit generates some big numbers, with both impressive horsepower output and up to 40 mpg on the highway."

In South Korea, prices for the new Hyundai Veloster coupe will start at 19.4 million (Korean Won) or $17.200 and will go up to 20.95 million or $18.640. Production will be limited to 18.000 units only.

During the official launching ceremony, Hyundai Motor Company also revealed it plans to commence the sales of the Veloster in the European market in the first half of 2011, while U.S. sales are scheduled to begin in the second half of the year.

Hyundai i40 Tourer

Hyundai i40 revealed ahead of its Geneva 2011 public premiere!

Hyundai released first images of its all-new D-segment car, which will hit the European market in June this year. Named Hyundai i40 Tourer, the all-new mid-size wagon-type Hyundai model will compete against the best European models, including the VW Passat, Ford Mondeo or Opel Insighnia.

Designed in Europe, the all-new Hyundai i40 Tourer takes styling cues from several Hyundai concept cars which were presented at major auto shows during the last two years. The car features automaker's hexagonal signature grille. The grille is flanked by two jewel-like headlamps, for a contemporary, confident look that is accentuated by the characterful lines that connect the front and rear of the vehicle, adding to the i40's eye-catching, sophisticated and modern style.

Hyundai has yet to release more powertrain details, but so far, the automaker revealed that there will be the 1.7L diesel engine available. Codenamed U2, the diesel engine releases just 113 grams of CO2 per kilometer, which is one of the best figures for the segment! Expect to see at least two more gasoline-powered engines in the i40 Touring's engine line-up.

Speaking of 2011 Geneva auto show, Hyundai i40 Tourer will not be the only star of the Hyundai's stand. There will also be the all-new Veloster coupe presented for the first time in Europe, as well as the Curb concept crossover, which has already been displayed in the States.

New Chevrolet Aveo, Hyundai Accent rival

As we mentioned in the previous post, GM Daewoo unveiled the all-new Chevrolet Aveo sub-compact car in the South Korean market today. The all-new Aveo, which will compete against Hyundai Accent / Verna in Korea, is already the second vehicle GM Daewoo launched this week. And there are more to come...

The all-new Chevrolet Aveo is a great looking car, which is fun to drive said Mike Arcamone, president of GM Daewoo. Its boasts bold exterior styling and offers the most spacious interior in the segment.

According to the carmaker, the new Aveo will be offered in two forms - as a five-door hatchback and 4-door sedan. Initially, only the 5-door Aveo will be available, while 4-door sedan is scheduled to hit the market in May 2011.

The new Aveo will be powered by 1.6L four-cylinder engine that generates 114 horsepower, which is less than its main rival, the all-new Hyundai Accent, which is also offered with the 1.6L engine. The engine will be coupled with either a six-spped manual or automatic tranmsission.

Pricing for the Hyundai Accent rival starts at $10,080 for the base model and top $12,480 for the top-end Chevrolet Aveo model. [image source: Koreaherald.com]

Hyundai starts Solaris production in Russia

Hyundai Solaris production commences at the automaker's brand-new manufacturing plant in Russia!

Hyundai announced today it has began production of its all-new Solaris sub-compact sedan at its brand-new manufacturing plant in Russia. First unveiled as a Solaris concept car at the 2010 Moscow auto show, the all-new Solaris boasts Hyundai's eye-catching "fluidic sculpture" design and up-to-date safety features.

The vehicle is propelled by the automaker's upgraded 1.4L and 1.6L Gamma engines and features several adaptations to suit the Russia's weather conditions and roads. For example, the all-new Hyundai Solaris rides 160mm above the ground and features a larger-than-average four-liter washer fluid reservoir with fluid-level sensor to warn drivers when a refill is required.

In addition, the model is equipped with a robust 60Ah battery for improved cold-start performance and a heater duct for rear-seat passengers.

The all-new Hyundai Solaris sub-compact sedan, which is also known as the Hyundai Accent in the States, is built at Hyundai's Russian assembly plant, which currently employs around 1.300 workers. The plant is equipped with the latest assembly technology, which provides a high level of automation in the car production process.

While this year, Hyundai aims to produce 105.000 units of new Solaris in Russia, the plant is capable of producing 150.000 units per year. Currently, the Solaris is only available as a four-door sedan, but soon, it'll be joined by a five-door hatchback. Once the five-door Solaris hits production, Hyundai will increase the number of produced vehicles to 150.000 units per year.

Gui-Il Chun, General Director of HMMR, a fully-owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company, told to the press: "This is a historic moment, not only for Hyundai, but for Russia as well, as we are the first foreign automaker to operate a full-cycle manufacturing plant here.

2012 The Hyundai-Veloster

Unless you've been living under a rock, you know by now that Hyundai unveiled its Veloster coupe at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show. So, what's with the 'scoop' title of our post, we here you ask? Well, this here example is the European spec Veloster and it was caught undisguised by our spies in Germany ahead of its debut at the at the Geneva Salon in the beginning of March.

If you have not looked at the Hyundai line in some time, you may have missed many of the updates the Korean automaker has made in just the past few years.

2012 The Hyundai-Veloster

2012 The Hyundai-Veloster

Unless you've been living under a rock, you know by now that Hyundai unveiled its Veloster coupe at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show. So, what's with the 'scoop' title of our post, we here you ask? Well, this here example is the European spec Veloster and it was caught undisguised by our spies in Germany ahead of its debut at the at the Geneva Salon in the beginning of March.

If you have not looked at the Hyundai line in some time, you may have missed many of the updates the Korean automaker has made in just the past few years.

2012 The Hyundai-Veloster

All New 2012 Hyundai-Grandeur

This vehicle feels pretty roomy on the move, and even at higher speeds it is extremely quiet. Hyundai Azera also boasts of high interior volume and a bigger trunk than many other rival full-size luxury sedans. Like all Hyundai vehicles, the Azera comes with impressive warranty coverage.

If you like cabin comfort, the Hyundai Azera's lengthy feature list is sure to please. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, power front seats, a 60/40-split rear seat, dual automatic climate control, and a CD/MP3 player are some of the creature comforts offered with the SE. Order the top of the line Premium Azera and you get a rear window sunscreen, a 6-disc Infinity sound system, adjustable pedals, rain-sensing wipers, folding side mirrors, and much more. Keep in mind that even with all of these "extras" the price of the Azera holds well below the $30,000 level.

All New 2012 Hyundai-Grandeur

All New 2012 Hyundai-Grandeur

This vehicle feels pretty roomy on the move, and even at higher speeds it is extremely quiet. Hyundai Azera also boasts of high interior volume and a bigger trunk than many other rival full-size luxury sedans. Like all Hyundai vehicles, the Azera comes with impressive warranty coverage.

If you like cabin comfort, the Hyundai Azera's lengthy feature list is sure to please. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, power front seats, a 60/40-split rear seat, dual automatic climate control, and a CD/MP3 player are some of the creature comforts offered with the SE. Order the top of the line Premium Azera and you get a rear window sunscreen, a 6-disc Infinity sound system, adjustable pedals, rain-sensing wipers, folding side mirrors, and much more. Keep in mind that even with all of these "extras" the price of the Azera holds well below the $30,000 level.

All New 2012 Hyundai-Grandeur

All New 2012 Hyundai-Grandeur

This vehicle feels pretty roomy on the move, and even at higher speeds it is extremely quiet. Hyundai Azera also boasts of high interior volume and a bigger trunk than many other rival full-size luxury sedans. Like all Hyundai vehicles, the Azera comes with impressive warranty coverage.

If you like cabin comfort, the Hyundai Azera's lengthy feature list is sure to please. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, power front seats, a 60/40-split rear seat, dual automatic climate control, and a CD/MP3 player are some of the creature comforts offered with the SE. Order the top of the line Premium Azera and you get a rear window sunscreen, a 6-disc Infinity sound system, adjustable pedals, rain-sensing wipers, folding side mirrors, and much more. Keep in mind that even with all of these "extras" the price of the Azera holds well below the $30,000 level.

All New 2012 Hyundai-Grandeur