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2012 Hyundai Azera – initial official images!
It was just about a week ago when Hyundai released initial sketches of the 2012 Azera (also called the Grandeur) and now we have official images of the real thing! The new Azera is treated to Hyundai’s current design language and I must say that it has worked out well for the company.
The new Azera is a good looking vehicle. Unfortunately the images did not come with juicier details on the specifications. We only know that the Azera is a front-wheel-drive vehicle unlike the Hyundai Genesis. The Azera is expected to hit American shores late next year.
New Hyundai Azera – official sketches released
Hyundai has released official sketches that depict the all-new Azera mid-sized sedan (also called the Grandeur) which replaces the fourth generation model. As the sketches suggest, the new Azera gets Hyundai’s “fluidic sculpture” design language. Just like other recent Hyundais, the Azera looks pretty good too but we will have a better understanding once official images are released. The company did not release further details on the Azera.
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Paris 2010 – Hyundai reveals the ix20
As promised, Hyundai has officially unveiled the ix20 compact MPV at the Paris Motor Show. This B-Segment MPV which is being considered the new Matrix (as it is sold in other markets) was launched with four Euro V compliant engines, including two petrol units and two diesel engines. However details are scarce at the moment but the company did say that the engines range between 77 PS to 125 PS.
Hyundai also confirmed that all engine models, except for the 1.6 version with the automatic transmission, are available with the Blue Drive pack. This pack comes with low-resistance tires, an engine start/stop system as well as an alternator management system. The 1.4 liter U2 diesel with this pack can allow the ix20 to output 114 grams of CO2 emissions per kilometer.
Other features announced for the ix20 include ESP, ABS and Hillstart Assist Control, all standard. Production of the MPV that measures 4.1 meters long (with a wheelbase of 2.6 meters) has started in Nosovice, Czech Republic. An image gallery can be found after the jump. Read the rest of this entry.
RB Concept-based Hyundai Solaris released for Russia
Hyundai has officially revealed the Solaris for the Russian market. The Solaris is based on the RB Concept that was unveiled at the Moscow Motor Show and it is a Russian version of the Hyundai Accent or Verna.
The compact is available with two engine options, starting off with 1.4 liter Gamma unit which generates 105hp and 136Nm of torque. The other option is the range-topping 1.6 liter Gamma with 121hp and 155Nm of torque. Both engines can be paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
As mentioned during the debut of the RB Concept, this production model is fitted with features would make a Russian very happy. It comes standard with rear heating ducts, a 4.0 liter washer fluid reservoir with a fluid level sensor, a 60Ah battery for higher cold start performance, front and rear mudguards as well as headlights that can last up to 1,500 hours.
Optional features are made up by a wiper de-icer, front seat warmers, heated outside mirrors as well as an automatic “Emergency Stop Signal” that activates should an accident occur. Hyundai also announced that a 5-door hatchback variant will be introduced later next year. The Hyundai Solaris will hit Russian showrooms sometime next year.
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2011 Hyundai i10 – interior and rear end shown!
Hyundai has just released a single official image of the 2011 i10 mini hatch along with very minimal details. Now we have two more images to show you thanks to the guys at IndianCarsBikes. The two ‘unofficial’ images include one that shows us the rear end while another that gives us a view of the interior.
From the image of the rear end, we can see new taillights with indicators positioned at the middle, instead of at the sides. There also seems to be a reworked rear bumper. Unfortunately we can’t really tell the difference between the facelift’s and the pre-facelift’s dashboards. They both look pretty much the same, at least in terms of design. Stay tuned for more information!
2011 Hyundai i10 – first official image released!
Following the release of images that depict the all-new ix20, Hyundai also went on to release a single official image of the facelifted i10 super mini ahead of it’s debut at the Paris Motor Show. As you can see, the 2011 i10 is treated to Hyundai’s new front end design, as seen on the ix35. The hatch looks much better with this new design.
Other updates are made up by new door mirrors that incorporate indicators as well as a new 1.0 liter 3-cylinder engine that makes 68hp and emits less than 100 grams of CO2 emissions per kilometer. For now we will have to make do with very limited details and a single image. More information will be released soon, stay tuned!
Continue reading to look at a high-res version of the image above. You can also view unofficial images of the rear end and interior here. Read the rest of this entry.
Hyundai ix20 compact MPV – initial images!
Hyundai has released initial images that depict the all-new ix20 compact MPV ahead of it’s reveal at the Paris Motor Show. The ix20 which is based on the Kia Venga was designed at the company’s European R&D centre in Germany. In the UK the ix20 is scheduled to go on sale in November with an estimated price of £12,000.
The B-Segment MPV is also said to feature a start/stop system, side and curtain airbags as well as ESP as standard fitment. It is expected to be offered with a number of engine options including petrol and diesel units.
Said to be in the list is a 89hp 1.4 liter petrol and a 125hp 1.6 liter petrol. The ix20 is also rumored to be offered with Hyundai’s intelligent asymmetric eco grille, as seen on the i-flow concept. Continue reading to check out a high-res image gallery. Read the rest of this entry.
