Hyundai’s New Hot 1

With its sophisticated lines, the all-new H-1 improves on its predecessor in every measurable respect. More spacious, a lot more comfortable and more convenient, the new H-1 reinvigorates the company’s competitiveness in this hotly contested segment. The new H-1 comes in passenger van and commercial van versions. The people mover is available in a variety of seating layouts: eight, nine, eleven or twelve passengers, while the commercial van comes in two, three, five and six seater versions for a high degree of versatility.

Better performance

The new 2.4 litre engine is a new offering in the H1 range. Delivering 170bhp, the new engine can propel the new H-1 to a maximum speed of 185km/h, and has a fuel economy rating of 7.1km per litre. The base gearbox is a five-speed manual but an automatic is available as an option, in either four or five speed versions. Key new exterior features on the H1 include the addition of dual sliding side doors, twin swing rear doors for the commercial van, 15 and 16 inch wheels , a back-up warning system, available only on the passenger van, and a sliding side window for the wagon. The new H-1 gets larger front disc brakes providing better braking power, and as for handling, it has been fitted with a McPherson strut front suspension which makes the car a lot more stable than its predecessor.

A touch of comfort

New touches to the interior include the transmission gear shift lever being on the centre fascia, allowing more room for movement in the cabin between the driver and passenger, and the addition of an overhead storage console. The new H-1 is also fitted with an electrochromic rear view mirror, which means that if someone behind you has their high beams on, the mirror will automatically become darker thus reducing the glare in your eyes. All the controls are only an arm’s length away allowing the driver to adjust any control without losing concentration on the road. Roof-mounted air vents have been placed throughout the car for improved cooling and heating throughout the cabin. Another cool feature in the 2008 H1 is that in the six seater version passengers in the back face each other, which makes the car ideal for families that, enjoy taking long journeys on the road.

Convenience

The guys over at Hyundai have also thought about making life easy for everyone who drives this car. A lot of storage space has been made available to everyone, from cup holders in the front and rear to a sunglass holder near the map reading lights above the driver and passenger. Auxiliary power outlets have been conveniently placed in the car, so all your power needs have been solved if you’re going on a long haul.

For more information, call 17 457-700. _

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