Hyundai Teases The Fully Electric Ioniq 7 Large SUV

Posted on Sep 8, 2021Written by admin

Shortly after Hyundai announced their carbon-neutrality goals at the 2021 IAA Motor Show, the company dropped an offifical teaser of the fully electric Ioniq range, including a large SUV concept which previews the upcoming Ioniq 7.

The Ioniq 7 is expected to arrive in the US in 2024, joining the already available Ioniq 5 hatchback and the upcoming Ioniq 6 sedan which will premiere in 2022. The teaser includes the 2020 Prophecy concept which is a preview of the aforementioned Ioniq 6 and this large SUV.

Despite its imposing dimensions, the Ioniq 7 appears to have an aerodynamic silhouette thanks to the high ranked windscreen and the sloping roofline, while surfacing is on par with Hyundai’s latest design language. The model gets a grille-less look with a full-width horizontal LED bar and vertical LED units on the bumper. The squared wheelarches are filled with futuristic large-diameter rims that are probably going to be replaced by a more conventional wheel\tire combination in the production model.

All of Hyundai’s Ioniq vehicles will ride on the dedicated E-GMP platform. A stretched version will appear on the Ioniq 7 allowing for three rows of seats inside the cabin, with six or seven seats. The long wheelbase also means there is room for a large battery pack. Indeed, Hyundai has confirmed that their large electric SUV will use the new SK Innovation batteries with a capacity of 100 kWh and 800-volt technology, offering a range of more than 483 km (300 miles). The company also revealed that the AWD version of the Ioniq 7 will use a dual-motor setup with a combined output of 308 hp (230 kW / 313 PS).

#Hyundai will electrify its entire model line-up in Europe by 2035, and by 2040 in other major markets.#CarbonNeutrality2045 #PositiveEnergy pic.twitter.com/YensZG6zvg

— Hyundai Worldwide (@Hyundai_Global) September 6, 2021

As the flagship of the Ioniq range, equipment is expected to include all of Hyundai’s latest ADAS systems including the Highway Driving Pilot which offers Level 3 autonomy. Given its size and market placement, the SUV could also get the air suspension and four-wheel steering from the upcoming 2022 Genesis G90, as reported by The Korean Blog, together with features like mirror-replacing cameras and a solar roof.

We expect to learn more information on Hyundai’s fully electric 7-seater SUV in the coming months with the reveal of the concept car that will closely preview the production version which will arrive in 2024.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz First Reviews In And Here’s What They’re Saying

Posted on Aug 11, 2021Written by admin

Back in April, Hyundai introduced the Santa Cruz, a Tucson-based unibody pickup truck. Since then, we’ve seen a few walkarounds in a studio environment, but now, the real-world reviews have arrived.

The Santa Cruz is offered with a choice between naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants of the same 2.5L inline-four. The naturally aspirated version makes 191 hp (194 PS / 142 kW) and 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) of torque, while the turbocharged version makes 281 hp (285 PS / 210 kW) and 311 lb-ft (422 Nm) of torque.

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FWD is standard with AWD as an option, but all Santa Cruz models send their power to the wheels via an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Depending on trim, you can haul up to 1,500 lb (680 kg) and tow up to 5,000 lb (2,268 kg). As for pricing, after destination charges, it ranges from $25,175 for the base SE with FWD and the naturally aspirated engine all the way up to $41,500 for the range-topping Limited with AWD and the turbocharged engine.

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The general consensus across all the reviews seems to be that the Santa Cruz is the perfect truck for non-truck people. It’s for people who like their SUV, but also want an open bed. One thing that was pointed out in almost every review was that thanks to its unibody platform, not only does it drive like a car, but a well-sorted one at that.

Finally, another thing touched on in quite a few of the reviews is that this truck will have to watch out for the Ford Maverick, which offers similar capabilities at a comparable (and in some cases lower) price point.

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Hyundai Pony EV Is A One-Off Design Concept With Modern Tech

Posted on Apr 13, 2021Written by admin

Hyundai has quietly unveiled a one-off design concept based on the Pony from the 1970s but updated with an electric powertrain.

The project was led by Hyundai’s chief interior designer Hak Soo Ha and is currently on display at the automaker’s customer center in Busan, South Korea. It was once an original two-door Pony hatchback and has been overhauled and given a modern touch with some features reminiscent of the all-electric Ioniq 5.

To give the Pony EV a unique look, it has been fitted with modern headlights while the rear has LED taillights similar to those of the Ioniq 5 that feature the same pixelated design. It also has camera-based exterior mirrors mounted on the fenders and sits on a set of retro-inspired wheels.

The interior of the Hyundai Pony EV has undergone an even more comprehensive overhaul than the exterior and includes a unique three-spoke steering wheel, as well as a distinctive instrument panel unlike any you’ll currently find on the market.

Hyundai removed the original powertrain of the Pony and replaced it with an all-electric one, although there are no details about it. The concept will be on display at the Hyundai Motorstudio in Busan until June 27, 2021.

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Hyundai Elantra N Rendering

Posted on Jul 7, 2020Written by admin

We already have seen the very first pictures of Hyundai Elantra N prototype, we also have heard how its sounds (and its amazing!), and what remains is to know how it looks, and today and thanks to NY Mammoth deisgner, we can have an idea of how the most aggresive Elantra will look. What do you think?

What we know so far?

After a year of hiatus, Hyundai N-performance brand is back and despite what they initially said and what they did with the Sonata (making N-line instead of N) we have discovered that Hyundai is already working on high-performance variant of its new mid-size sedan.

The 7th generation Avante CN7 (domestic name of Elantra in South Korea) will finally have both, N-Line and N variants. While we thought we only will see a N-line variant, like what happened with the Sonata DN8, a new report says N-line will replace former Avante Sport.

The new N-Line model will have the sporty exterior design but not the driving performance of the N model and the upcoming Avante N will be a real N with a 2.0-liter gasoline turbo engine, instead of a 1.6 Turbo and not just a N in shape.

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Will be equipped with a 2.0-liter gasoline turbo engine that delivers a maximum output of 275 horsepower and a maximum torque of 36 kg.m, the same as Veloster N or i30 N, and is expected to be combined with a 6-speed manual transmission and a 8-speed DCT.

The Avante N is a full-fledged four-door sedan and is expected to be a versatile, high-performance model that can be used as a daily car for everyday use and fun driving on the circuit on weekends, according to Albert Biermann, Hyundai Motor Group Head of R&D.

The camouflaged prototype shows Veloster N alloy wheels, combined with Performance Blue paint, characteristic of N models, alongside of two big exhaust pipes.

Photos are courtesy of Hyundai Motor Club.

Facelifted Hyundai i30 Entering Production At Czech Plant On May 25

Posted on May 22, 2020Written by admin

The facelifted Hyundai i30 will enter production on May 25 at the carmaker’s plant in Nošovice, the Czech Republic.

It will be a pretty big deal for Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech (HMMC), as the previous-generation i30 was the first vehicle ever built at the Nošovice plant when mass production started in November 2008. The i30 compact hatchback was the first Hyundai car to carry the “i” prefix and proved to be quite successful in Europe, with more than one million units sold on the continent since its launch in 2007.

“The i30 has consistently been one of our most popular cars in Europe. It is truly made for Europe in Europe, starting from the design and development to the final assembly,” said Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, Vice President Marketing and Product at Hyundai Motor Europe. “The latest model adopts a range of enhancements to make it even more attractive to our customers who are looking for a stylish, safe, reliable car in the C-segment,” the executive added.

For the mid-cycle makeover, the Hyundai i30 remains available in three body styles: Hatchback, Fastback and Wagon. All of them now feature an updated design, new technology, and new powertrains – including a new 48-volt mild hybrid option. In addition, the sporty-looking N Line trim will be available for the first time on the new i30 Wagon (it was previously offered on the Hatchback and Fastback only).

While the exterior design changes are subtle, the facelifted Hyundai i30 gains a tech upgrade inside courtesy of a large 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system paired with a 7-inch digital gauge cluster. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility comes standard and wireless phone charging is also present.

The engine lineup has been upgraded as well with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system offered for the entry-level 118 HP (120 PS) 1.0-liter T-GDI turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine as well as the 134 HP (136 PS) 1.6-liter diesel and 157 HP (159 PS) 1.5-liter T-GDI turbo-four petrol. All engines offer the choice of a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch.

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Hyundai Teases The Fully Electric Ioniq 7 Large SUV

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Facelifted Hyundai i30 Entering Production At Czech Plant On May 25

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