2012 Hyundai Equus Reviews

2012 Hyundai Equus

2012 Hyundai Equus hits dealerships this summer. Not so long ago, Hyundai was shot for the moon to develop a lineup with the rear-wheel-drive Genesis - a car that is meant to emulate the middle-luxury cars like the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class for less money than a good sedan. Power rear window glasses to the side which is now part of the Ultimate trim level features.

The Hyundai Equus resembles a larger, bejeweled Genesis; its probable that passers-by will mistake the two. Although the Hyundai Equus shares its cohorts platform, it measures 7.2 inches longer. 2012 Hyundai Equus has 5.0-liter cylinder bore was increased from 92 mm to 96 mm for a total displacement of 5.0 liters (5,038cc).

2012 Hyundai Equus has new V8 engine still offers all of the premium engine technology from the 4.6-liter V8, including Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing, a tuned variable induction system, and low-friction diamond-like coatings (DLC) on piston skirts, rings and tappets. Even with these impressive power increases, fuel economy is estimated at 15 mpg city, 23 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined.
Most notably, the 2012 Equus will now feature Hyundai’s most powerful engine ever, the new direct injection 5.0-liter Tau V8 engine.

2012 Hyundai Equus is the third rear-wheel-drive product in Hyundai’s lineup and boasts an excellent 52/48 front-to-rear weight distribution for exceptional handling and more refined steering characteristics. 2012 Equus reduces interior noise levels and improves ride and handling with a stiff, light-weight body structure. On winding country and mountain roads, the 2012 Equus benefits from the precise wheel control delivered by its five-link front and rear suspension geometry. The design of the 2012 Hyundai Equus is handsome and pleasing to the eye. Named a 2011 TOP SAFETY PICK by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the 2012 Hyundai Equus continues the Hyundai tradition of offering key safety technologies, with features such as Electronic Stability Control, nine airbags, electronic active front head restraints, lane departure warning system and smart cruise control. 2012 Hyundai Equus even has a Vehicle Stability Management system that optimally manages ESC, the electronic parking brake, smart cruise control and the seatbelt tensioning system for optimal safety.

2012 Hyundai Equus’ total of nine airbags include advanced dual front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags, roof-mounted side curtain airbags for both front and rear outboard seat occupants and a driver’s knee airbag.

2012 Hyundai Equus has an optional camera located on the front grille and a standard camera on the rear decklid. 2012 Equus offers a Lexicon-branded state-of-the-art audio system featuring LOGIC 7 technology. The 2012 Hyundai Equus is offered in two configurations, Equus Signature and Equus Ultimate, both lavishly contented. 2012 Equus Signature features the new 5.0-liter 429-horsepower Tau V8 engine, a 608-watt Lexicon audio system with 17 speakers, electronically controlled air suspension with continuous damping control, Vehicle Stability Management  with pre-collision warning, Smart Cruise Control, HID headlamps, front and rear parking assistance system with rearview camera, premium leather seating, Microfiber suede headliner, driver seat massage, heated and cooled front seats, heated wood and leather steering wheel, and numerous other premium technologies and features.

The 2012 Hyundai Equus Ultimate adds features typically found only in low-volume special-order luxury sedans with six-figure price tags, including a forward-view parking and cornering camera, power trunk lid, reclining rear seats with powered headrests, cooled rear seats, rear seat massage and leg support, rear seat refrigerator and a rear seat entertainment system.

The 2012 Hyundai Equus Ultimate replaces the 60/40 rear seat of the Equus Signature with a 50/50 power reclining seating configuration. The rear seat experience in the 2012 Equus Ultimate is further upgraded by an eight-inch LCD screen. Other 2012 Equus Ultimate features include rear-seat power up/down head restraints with manual tilt, rear-seat illuminated vanity mirrors, a forward-view cornering camera to help drivers navigate around tight corners, power rear side-window sunshades, and a power trunk lid. 2012 Hyundai Equus offers four exterior color choices and three interior theme choices.

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2012 Hyundai Accent Reviews

2012 Hyundai Accents

2012 Hyundai Accents are two versions. Which pair is better than 5-door hatch, a spacious and versatile? While the Accents nose is one of a batch that looks weak, from there to the work of both rear 5-door. Together with a strong current line-up, the previous Accent was ashamed blight on various company products, and competition from the Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris means Hyundai Accent will need to ensure next is the winner right from the start.

Exterior
Fiesta accent seems to be very similar, such that in her rearview mirror, we often thought to rival States. Upon closer examination, have the entire Hyundai styling cues, along with details such as lights and grille similar to the larger Elantra. However, Hyundai Accent seems to be larger than the dimensions suggest a factor that will help reduce the stigma of fun to drive sub-compact.

Inside
Hyundai Accent interior is always getting better. You can still see where the money deposited is always in some materials, but the design and layout of gauges and controls are logical Accent attractive and easy to use ... more in a number of more expensive machines. 2012 Hyundai Accent interior is much simpler than the Fiesta, the lack of integration of SYNC and give a little more intuitive buttons and controls. Hyundai confirmed that the interior is a "premium" offer because "piano black" trim smattered around the cockpit, and we honestly could not help raise our shoulders.

Performance
The new Hyundai Accent gets a sophisticated machine. Hyundai has a direct injection engine in the 1.6-liter four-cylinder, good for 138 horsepower. Its a lot of strength in this segment. And it will be class-leading EPA-estimated highway miles 30/40 mpg city / when it works well as a standard six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Significantly exceed the current competition, but the same as the 1.4L turbocharged engine that will come Chevrolet Sonic - even though the car was musters significant lb-ft of torque from 148. Unlike the rest of the competition, Accent will provide 30-mpg in the city and 40-mpg

There are two things that came first and the second is on the way and the level the sound. When use the manual six-speed automatic features I was testing. A number of cars in this class have a characteristic or hill start assist, which is standard on automatic models. Not much that four quiet, but polite isolated from the interior, which has about the same effect. We hope that these guidelines are somewhat more precise shifter.

Interior Cargo
Such as performance and design of the exterior, the inside, even reminded me of a more substantial vehicle. The whole fabric, buttons and panels from quality plastic. Textured dashboard and sleek design and futuristic look. Another interesting point is less like a room for cargo and the number of interior points too high for the Accent, with some rather inexpensive both available at Hyundai. The company said that the Accent offers more cargo room than the Nissan Juke and interior volume greater than the Audi A4; no small feat for a vehicle with the footprint is quite minute.

The decision to choose
If you think subcompact, the Hyundai Accent is an attractive product at the right price and equipped with features that consumers gravitating toward droves. But rather than sell on price, or "just good enough" to make the cut, the Accent is a legitimate competitor in the field, something that could be considered to be the vehicle of choice in the segment that will be more important and more because of rising gas prices and declining personal wealth

Price
The price Hyundai Accent at or slightly below those of the competition, ranging from $ 12,445 for the 4-door with manual transmission and suppress the ceiling $ 16,795 with full-out SE 5-door automatic. And, do not forget easily the best guarantee class accent.

Competitors
Strong competition can come up with a Kia Rio - a stock car with a Hyundai Accent 2012 most fundamental, but can end up just a little more retail.

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The new Hyundai i20 2012 Geneva Motor Show

Hyundai has free the no. image of the All New i20, up bound of its humanity execute at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.  The new theory features refreshed styling, enhanced equipment and the smallest CO2 emissions of any stereotypic powertrain car on merchandising today. Among the cardinal powertrain options accessible to buyers of the All New Hyundai i20 testament be the new 1.1-litre, 3-cylinder U-II ice engine that generates 75 ps.

When supercharged by the 74bhp 1.1-litre three-cylinder engineer, the new Hyundai i20 emits meet 84g/km of CO2, and is said to be fit to pass 90mpg.

An 89bhp 1.4-litre diesel is also accessible which, when fitted with Blue Drive technologies specified as a stop-start system, present breathe retributory 96g/km.

The new i20 gets Hyundais latest ornamentation cues, which implementation theres a polygon grillwork, careful headlights and a new sculpted chapeau. The new car is also 55mm individual than the underway work.

The start of the All New i20 sees the beginning of fluidic grave constitute faculty to Hyundais super mini.  The revised outside figure carries the hallmarks of Hyundai styling, including the companys line polygon grille and new light units.  Updating their own programmed from the archetype i20, the stylists at Hyundais Denizen programmed apartment hold more modernized the All New Hyundai i20 with a solon synchronic salience for the anterior and side bumpers, a new sculptured bonnet and new helm designs.

Untested info on the updated Hyundai i20 reach present is useable once the car has been unveiled at the City Motor Demo on 6 Mar.

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Hyundai Eon Reviews

Hyundai Eon

Hyundai’s all-new small car known until now by its codename HA will be called Eon. Hyundai Eon, which means an indefinitely long period of time suggests that this car, which is likely to replace the 13-year old Santro, is slated for a long innings in India too.

Powered by a small 814cc petrol engine, Eon small car will take on the highest selling car in India, Maruti Suzuki Alto. Hyundai Eon will be priced between Rs 3.2 lacs to Rs 3.5 lacs which is approximately Rs 20,000 lesser than the cheapest Hyundai car currently available in India (Santro). This brings Hyundai Eon in the price range of Maruti Alto.

From the front Hyundai Eon looks like the smaller Fluidic Verna. Exterior dimensions of Hyundai Eon are 3495 mm X 1625 mm X 1535 mm (L X B X H).

Hyundai Eon will have a decent combination of silver accents, black and beige plastic on dashboard. Hyundai Eon will offer an ARAI certified mileage of 21.1 kmpl which is more than Maruti Alto offers (20.2 kmpl).

The front fiasco has a shade of the Hyundai’s hexagonal grille up front and eye catchy floodlights with the chrome.New car launches are determined on the basis of the long-term outlook on a market. "Eon is the best bet for Hyundai to increase sales after relatively sound success of its smaller cars like Santro," said a Mumbai-based auto analyst.

The wheelbase is similar to the likes of other small car contemporaries with measurement of 2380mm. The windscreen is on the steeper side and shorter as well.

The Hyundai Eon has a three-cylinder copy of the Santro IRDE engine. In terms of the road presence for a small car it seems to stand up and deliver quite well. The Eon is an eagle at chicanes. The alternator management system, light weight and efficient engine of the Hyundai Eon make the car have a petrol thirst for once in every 21.1kpl.

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Hyundai Accent 2002

Changes for 2002 are few for Hyundai’s smallest, least-expensive model. Redesigned for 2000, the front-drive Hyundai Accent is available as a two-door hatchback or a four-door sedan. A 105-hp, 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine is standard in the GL and GS, while the base  Hyundai Accent holds a 1.5-liter engine that makes 92 horsepower.

Air conditioning is standard for 2002 on higher-trim versions of Hyundais smallest car.  Hyundai Accent comes in three models. GS hatchbacks and GL 4-dr sedans have a 1.6-liter engine and either manual or automatic transmission. This South Korean automaker offers one of the industrys longest warranties: 5-years/60,000-mi. bumper-to-bumper, 10-years/100,000 powertrain.
On a 96.1-inch wheelbase, the Hyundai Accenthas an overall length of 166.7 inches — about 8 inches shorter than the Ford Focus sedan or the Honda Civic.

Hyundai Accent

Capable of seating five occupants, at least in theory, the  Hyundai Accent has two front buckets and a rear bench seat. Cargo volume is 11.8 cubic feet for the sedan and 16.9 cubic feet for the hatchback. Standard equipment includes power steering, a cassette player and a rear-window defroster.

The base model uses a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 92 hp, while the GL and GS models get a 105-hp, 1.6-liter four-cylinder. Both power plants can team with a standard five-speed manual or an optional four-speed-automatic transmission. The  "Hyundai Accent" is easy to drive. Air conditioning becomes standard equipment on GS and GL models. Otherwise, Hyundais bargain-basement car soldiers on to 2002 with no changes in store.

The entry-level  Hyundai Accent is no exception to Hyundais rule. Three versions are available. A larger 103-horsepower 1.6-liter is optional on L and standard on GS and GL models. This DOHC design offers more power and increased fuel economy over the standard engine. Under the Accents attractively creased bodywork sits a MacPherson strut independent front and a dual-link rear suspension. Safety features include depowered airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners. Unfortunately, ABS for the front disc/rear drum braking system is not even available as an option.

The driver seat features adjustments for height and rake, as well as fore and aft settings. Standard equipment includes a cassette player, rear defroster, trip odometer and power steering.

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New Hyundai Santa Fe will show itself in the New York Auto Show

All-New Hyundai Santa Fe will show itself in the New York Auto Show 2012. Before the show, Hyundai Motor Company released two photos of All-New Hyundai Santa Fe.

The third generation design is based on the Hyundai Santa Fe Fluidic Sculpture philosophy. But the All-New Santa Fe adopts its own design concept called Storm Edge.

The lines of the design claimed complicated and well, with bold and larger surfaces, so it appears more aggressive and a classic of its predecessor. Hexagonal grille is retained. Front bumper / made more broadly.

Santa Fe population exceeded 2.56 million units since its launch in 2000. South Koreas population reaches more than 68 thousand units.

All-New Santa Fe offers the concept of Refinement, "" Smartness "and" Practicality. Its fuel consumption is claimed to be economical. Lets wait

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2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Reviews

2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Starting at about $26,000, the Sonata Hybrid costs less than the Ford Fusion Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid, and Nissan Altima Hybrid.

The Sonata has a lower coefficient of drag than its competition, at 0.25 Cd versus the Camry Hybrids 0.27 Cd and the Fusion Hybrids 0.33 Cd.



Inside, all Sonata Hybrids get a digital readout between twin analog gauges that shows hybrid performance and trip computer information. Mileage is rated at 35/40 mpg city/highway, which outdoes the 2011 Camry Hybrids 31/35 mpg rating and bests the Fusion Hybrid in highway mileage; the Ford is rated 41/36 mpg.



The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has 10.7 cubic feet of trunk space, while the base four-cylinder model has 16.4 cubic feet. The Sonata Hybrids six-speed automatic transmission is also a hybrid first. Hybrids typically use continuously variable automatic transmissions to maximize fuel efficiency. When the Sonata Hybrid isnt in that fuel-sipping mode, shifts are crisp and acceleration is strong. Before hybrid buyers scoff at these seemingly low figures, Ill say that these numbers should be considered the bottom of the Sonata Hybrids mileage spectrum.



That year’s Hyundai Sonata automatic managed fuel economy ratings of only 19/27 MPG from the EPA (2008+ system), well below the 21/31 achieved by the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The 2011 Sonata does far better: 22/35. But the glory, of course, goes to hybrids, and so the Sonata will soon be available in hybrid form. Is Toyota’s hybrid leadership in danger?



By arriving late to the hybrid party, Hyundai had ample opportunity to learn from others’ failures. The Sonata Hybrid’s engine also receives one substantial modification. By declutching the engine, the Sonata Hybrid can (allegedly) cruise up to 62 MPH on electric power alone.

Partly as a result the Sonata Hybrid weighs only 3,457 pounds, over 200 less than the Camry and Fusion. Fuel economy. When the 274-horsepower Sonata 2.0T achieved the same. Drive the Sonata Hybrid aggressively, and suburban fuel economy falls below 20. A Ford Fusion Hybrid still managed 27 when subjected to my lead foot.



Taken by itself, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a very good, even excellent car. Pricing for the Hybrid hasn’t yet been announced.

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2011 Hyundai Azera Reviews

Hyundai Azera

Hyundai Azera Reviews-Buicks no longer about softly tuned suspensions and effortless acceleration--but cars like the Hyundai Azera still prize those attributes, and pay homage to their American ancestors with cushy comfort and plain looks.

The Hyundai Azera still represents a perfectly fine driving experience, of a kind, and represents a huge value to shoppers who need lots of interior room, good fuel economy and an extensive warranty.

The front-drive Hyundai Azera is conservative, but not to a fault. The sheet metal’s tidy and fault-free; the interiors a bit less cautious, without being the least bit provocative. The trump card in the Azeras hand is cabin space. The back seats huge, so huge an adult male can cross leg over knee, seated behind another adult male, and barely make contact with the front seat back.

The Hyundai Azera is a full-size luxury sedan offering from Hyundai. Despite the increase in power, new EPA fuel economy estimates for the Hyundai Azera GLS are improved to 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway.

The Hyundai Azera Limited delivers more performance due to its 3.8-liter DOHC V6 engine, which was also improved and delivers 283 horsepower and 263lb-ft of torque. The Hyundai Azera comes standard with dual front automatic climate controls, solar control glass, power seats for driver and front passenger, as well as wood grain and metal grain interior accents. An AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system that includes a four-channel, 172-watt internal amplifier and six speakers comes standard in the Hyundai Azera GLS. An available Infinity audio system includes a 7-channel, 315-watt amplifier with an in-dash six-disc CD changer and 10 speakers (standard in Limited trim levels).

The Hyundai Azera with Premium Package adds leather seating surfaces, heated front seats and a power sunroof to an already loaded standard equipment package.

The Navigation Package includes the LG navigation system and premium 605-watt Infinity Logic 7 surround sound audio system. The six-disc CD changer is replaced by the navigation system.

It also offers a power tilt and slide sunroof, power adjustable tilt and telescopic steering wheel, power adjustable pedals, integrated memory system (power driver seat, exterior mirrors, and power tilt and telescopic steering wheel), wood grain steering wheel and door pulls, and rain-sensing wipers.

Inside, the 2011 Hyundai Azera is huge, with front-seat occupants finding ample head and leg room, and back seat passengers finding even more. Materials, fit and finish in the cabin are very good considering the Azeras price and fair even taken in the broader scope of the aspiration luxury market. Unlike many of Hyundais other vehicles, the Hyundai Azera isnt exactly bristling with high-tech options and equipment.

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Hypermiling Hyundai Sonata Hybrid crosses America in under two tanks

You’ve got to hand it to Wayne Gerdes. He knows how to go the distance in production passenger cars on very little gasoline. In April of 2009, he worked with a team to go 1,445 miles in a Ford Fusion Hybrid on a single tank of gas*. In June of 2010, he went 1,065 miles in a non-hybrid 2011 Hyundai Sonata. His most recent trip was in a Sonata Hybrid, which he drove 2,269.3 miles from San Diego, CA to Jekyll Island, GA on less than two tanks of fuel – a claimed average of 59.58 miles per gallon.

That’s mighty impressive, but for those of us who have been following Gerdes’ recent hypermiling drives, the obvious question is, why was he able to get 66.285 mpg in the regular, gas-powered non-turbo Sonata when the hybrid “only” got 59.59 mpg? (and Fusion Hybrid managed 81.5 mpg.) In part, this can be explained because the trip in the regular Sonata took place in the summer from Chicago to New York, while the hybrid ride was a winter time trek through the mountains – and it was over twice the distance.

In any case, Gerdes has once again showed that it’s quite possible to handily beat the fuel efficiency ratings on a car’s window sticker. In this case, the EPA thinks you will get 40 mpg on the highway, but clearly a lot is left on the table for those whose sole goal is to eke out every last drop of gas.

Just as importantly, we’re not sure if Gerdes and his compatriots employed some of the more radical and dangerous hypermiling staples (drafting semi trucks for lower drag, etc.), but we’ve got a call in to Wayne to learn more about his techniques. In any case, a short video of the Sonata’s mpg display after the first tank is available after the jump.

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2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Engines and performance

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe: Engines and performance. The South Korean automaker Hyundai has starred in two major releases this year. One is the new Genesis Coupe that has established itself as the successor of the legendary coupe that has marked all history both within and around the world Hyundai automotive in general. But on the other side also has launched the new Elantra Coupe, the renewal of a model that first appeared in late 2010 and made a good impression from the start. The new Elantra will be found in the coupe and the GT version and this time we focus on the first option.

Hall was in Chicago this year when it announced the renewal of this model is about to hit the market. Image has been retouched slightly outside, to show a few lines in order to acquire and own their own personality. Some exterior changes can be recognized with the naked eye but has not made a radical change. Despite much criticism he suffered when was released for the first time a vehicle is being successful and the details have been tweaked to improve the product minimally, speaking of his aesthetic. The vehicle acquires characteristics similar to those found in the Renault Laguna Coupe.

On the other hand, did find significant changes in the interior and the mechanical part of the whole, most of them for greater driving safety and exemplary comfort for the driver to the other occupants. The technology becomes an increasingly important role to offer a better product in every respect.

Engines and performance
with the new Hyundai Elantra Coupe found one petrol engine, a DOHC 16V with an output of 150hp. This engine is called and 1,797 cubic centimeters and we found it available in version predecessor.

The 1.8 l engine is able to develop a maximum torque of 176 Nm. Also consists of a dual self-adjusting valve to ensure improved performance, and improve overall efficiency. Its maximum speed is 202 km / h and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.2 seconds.
With regard to fuel consumption, in the case of urban traffic, has a cost of 8.5 l/100km, trunk areas drops to 5.2 l/100km average consumption and therefore, remains at about 6.4 l/100km. Finally, CO2 emissions are 169 g/100km.

The Hyundai Elantra has established itself well within the segment, its outer silhouette contrasts coupe interior is roomy and well equipped, and despite having great rivals, like the new Honda Coupe, the arrival of the new Hyundai Elantra Coupe sure to have good response international markets, especially in the U.S. and in Europe. Such vehicles often convince drivers of both areas.

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2012 New Sonata Sedan Surprise from Hyundai

This car began as a concept car at Hyundai Russelsheim Design Studio in Germany that brought the concept of fluidic sculpture. With a completeness that pampers passengers as Engine Start Button, 3D Onboard Computer and Paddle Shifter for up and drop off gear with the touch of a finger and Organ-Type Acceleration Pedal, Sonata will certainly offer something different.

While in the machine, stored energy 2.4-liter, with Theta MPI Engine which is then combined with shiftronic six-speed automatic transmission.

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Novo Hyundai Sonata Tunado e Rebaixado

Hyundai Sonata Tuning

Aqui está uma tentativa de construir algum hype em torno do novo Hyundai Sonata 2011 que vem com um motor turbo 2.0 de estoque da fábrica. Hyundai uniram-se com passeios e 0-60 revista para personalizar o salão de 274 cavalos de potência para o SEMA show de carros próximos. Acontece em Las Vegas em novembro, ea empresa sul-coreana tuning não teve problemas em admitir que os carros tune-up foi inspirado pela Porsche, Mercedes, Ferrari e modelos. NoSEMA Show, a Hyundai diz que as modificações de estilo exterior será "modesto e de bom gosto", enquanto apenas teaser esta foto foi liberada até agora.

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Hyundai I30 Plug in Hybrid Toyota Prius Ready to Challenge

Hyundai recently unstoppable. Evidently, after removing the slick-looking brand-new products, Hyundai is now coming out of environmentally friendly technologies. Channeled via seriousness of their segment model B, Hyundai I30 plug in hybrids.

Although there is still no information about the detailed specifications of the car, or where the car hatchback is offered, but obviously if the Hyundai I30 plug in hybrid is ready to threaten Toyota Prius Plug in version 2012.

Because, in addition to relying on the body of the new Hyundai I30 was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 last month, cars that combine gasoline engines and electric motors are also ready to debut late next year.

Not only are that, reportedly I30 plug in hybrids also ready to be a hybrid car with a cheaper price than the Prius

Hyundai I30 itself rely on the standard version of Hyundais global body design, fluidic sculpture, and has two petrol engines, 1.6-liter GDI (140 hp) and 1.4-liter (100 hp). But there has been no explanation of where the machine will be used on the I30 variant will plug in hybrid.

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Hyundai Veloster C3 Roll Top Concept

How do you position a year old Coupe refill the spotlight? Give the model a bright red roof, green wheels and a mosaic floor rear and attention is guaranteed. And were not even talking about the real scoop of Hyundai Veloster C3 Roll Top Concept had!

The additional visual aspects of the snow white Hyundai Veloster are intended only for the unique roof force to. Hyundai namely the original roof in the factory left a kind of blind and Fiat 500C mounted. Remarkable about this system is that it is both at the front to open the convertible sensation, but also in the other direction. Along with a custom boot delivers the practical study model properties that are near that of a pickup come. Not coincidentally on a purely American scholarship.

Interior

Skateboards
In the interior of the Veloster Turbo based C3 Roll Top Concept we find two colors with the dominant black leather combined with red accents. Back of the Coupe we see a mosaic floor where Hyundai remains of up to 20 skateboards has processed. We can not but conclude that the attention of the South Koreans again succeeded thanks to this frivolous Veloster. Now we secretly hope that the comments what the roof assembly so positive, so that this study model not only sees the spotlight.

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Hyundai Sonata edges Volt in Autoblog’s informal Car of the Year poll

The finalists for this year’s North American Car and Truck of the Year awards may have been no big surprise, but the vehicle that our readers think will win Car of the Year honors came as something of a shock.

The NACTOY judges have picked the Chevrolet Volt, Hyundai Sonata and Nissan Leaf as finalists for Car of the Year. While the Leaf saw a little bit of love with 2,820 votes in our unofficial poll, as well as being named European Car of the Year, the final tally came down to a bare-knuckled fight between the Volt and Sonata. Surprisingly, the Hyundai eked out a win with 8,058 votes and 42.7-percent of the total votes cast, which just barely bested the 7,985 votes cast for the Volt and its 42.3 percent of the total vote.

That’s not a huge margin of victory by any means (a statistical dead heat, as they say), but considering that the Volt has whirred away with honors like the Green Car of the Year, Automobile Magazine‘s Automobile of the Year and Motor Trend‘s Car of the Year awards, we fully expected the Bowtiie to handily walk away with our impromptu poll.

We were pretty smitten with both the 2.0T and the hybrid variants of the Sonata when we hopped behind their wheels earlier this year, and buyers have been no less taken with the base model. The 2011 Sonata has enjoyed a huge year in terms of sales with 183,102 units sold by early December, a year-over-year increase of 65 percent.

Meanwhile, the 2011 Ford Explorer handily beat the 2011 Dodge Durango and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee in our informal North American Truck of the Year poll. You can check out the results from both surveys here, and the stay tuned for when the real winners are announced at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show in early January.

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