The all-new Hyundai Grandeur (badged as Azera in some markets) has just been unveiled in Korea. This premium large-size sedan comes in two different powerful yet fuel-efficient gasoline engines including the new Lambda II 3.0 GDI with 270 hp and the Theta II 2.4 GDI with 201 hp, each paired to a standard six-speed automatic transmission. Not to mention, it also comes with a number of interesting features including a wide panorama sunroof, top-quality Nappa leather seats, front and back seat warmers, high-quality suede (tricot) interior, a power driver’s seat that can be adjusted in 14 directions and a uniquely styled button-start smart key. The new Grandeur will be priced between 311.2 million won to 390.1 million won (about $27,960 to $35,049). More»
Here we have a new video of the 2011 Hyundai Veloster. Just to remind you, this two-seater is equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that boasts 140 hp. The car itself is currently being showcased at this year’s Detroit Motor Show. Watch the video after the break. More»
Hyundai has finally launched the first pictures of their new concept, the Hyundai HCD-12 Curb. Designed by the company’s California Design Center, this concept car is a crossover that will probably spawn a production vehicle which will fall just below the Tucson in the company’s line-up. Too bad, there is no further info about this new crossover. The Hyundai HCD-12 Curb will have its global debut at the Detroit International Auto Show. Stay tuned for more updates. More»
The new Hyundai Nuvis concept features a proprietary parallel hybrid drive system that works in tandem with a 2.4 liter Theta II engine alongside a 6-speed automatic transmission. This hybrid car also adopts the lithium polymer battery technology and Hyundai’s Blue Link telematics platform. Stay tuned for more updates. [Ubergizmo]
Here’s the first official video of the upcoming 2011 Hyundai Veloster. To remind you, this two-seater will sport a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 140 hp. The car itself is scheduled to make its world premiere at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January. Check out the video after the break. More»
Hyundai Motor America has finally unveiled the pricing for its all-new 2011 Sonata Hybrid. This eco-friendly car comes in two models such as the very well-equipped Sonata Hybrid at $25,795, and the incredibly well-equipped, tech-feature-packed Premium version at $30,795. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid features the Hybrid Blue Drive technology and Lithium-polymer batteries. The car delivers a segment-leading 40-mpg highway fuel economy rating, which is higher than any other mid-size sedan, hybrid or non-hybrid. In city driving, Sonata Hybrid delivers at just 35 mpg highway fuel economy rating. Both variants will be released in January 2011. [AVING]
