This is an archived forum community. It's currently closed to new memberships.
ElantraClub - for all generations

Welcome Guest ( Log In | Register )

 Forum Rules Overview
 
Reply to this topicStart new topic
> Some interesting Hyundai info from Korea
elantragt
post Oct 31 2014, 04:00 PM
Post #1 | Print


Club Founder
Group Icon
Group: Admin
Posts: 21,359
Posts Per Day: 3.04
Thanks Received: 2809
Trader Stats: 16 (100%)
Joined: 23-December 04
From: Maryland
Member No.: 1
Mood: Okay


I was checking out some online Korean newspapers (no I don't read Korean; Google Translate is great lol) and found some nice info:

QUOTE
1. Hyundai Motor said it will introduce its third-generation Tucson compact crossover in the first half (of 2015). The model will include more features and incorporate more high-strength steel and structural adhesives in its construction. Such changes will make the small SUV safer and give it better noise, vibration and harshness characteristics.The car is expected to feature elements of Hyundai's corporate Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language that first made its debut on the Genesis premium sedan and was later included in the Sonata.

2. The company, the flagship of Hyundai Motor Group, the world's fifth-largest automotive conglomerate in terms of sales, said it will launch its sixth-generation Avante compact in the second half. The car sold as the Elantra in markets such as the United States is one of Hyundai's best sellers, having sold over 10 million units since the first model rolled out in 1990. "The Avante will sport the Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design and have driving dynamics on par with the latest European and some U.S. car models," a company official said. The Avante, like many older generation cars, has been criticized for having unresponsive steering feedback and weaker performance vis-a-vis rivals in both driving characteristics and fuel economy.

3. To improve fuel economy, Hyundai has vowed to introduce cars with diesel engines and move towards low displacement turbo engines, like the 1.6-liter unit used on the eco model of the Sonata that is coupled with the carmaker's first seven-speed dual-clutch-transmission. The 1.6L car is currently sold only in the United States.

4. Hyundai Motor's plans to show off its first ever plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles based on the latest generation of the Sonata that should give greater fuel economy and make it attractive to a growing number of environment-conscious drivers. The global market for "green" cars has been growing rapidly in recent years.
This PHEV Sonata will complement the hybrid version of the car that will be unveiled next month. Hyundai sources hinted the hybrid will sport a different appearance compared to the conventional Sonata.

5. Kia said 2015 is an important year because it will launch its next generation K5 (Optima), five years after the last version reached showrooms.

Source: yonhapnews


--------------------


Go to the top of the page
 
+Quote Post
trololololo
post Oct 31 2014, 09:47 PM
Post #2 | Print


Unrustled Jimmy
Group Icon
Group: Lifetimer
Posts: 13,717
Posts Per Day: 1.96
Thanks Received: 166
Trader Stats: 1 (100%)
Joined: 28-January 05
From: neither here nor there, va
Member No.: 165
Mood: Forgotten


7 speed dual clutch?

for a 1.6L.... turbo or not thats just wow.


--------------------

Oh no, I'm so sorry... the correct answer is The Moops.

The packaging clearly stated '100'. I'm short ONE luft balloon.
Go to the top of the page
 
+Quote Post
bhorste
post Nov 1 2014, 08:40 AM
Post #3 | Print


Resident Guitar Guru
Group Icon
Group: Leader
Posts: 3,734
Posts Per Day: 0.65
Thanks Received: 437
Trader Stats: 4 (100%)
Joined: 28-May 08
From: South Lyon, MI
Member No.: 6,125
Mood: Pensive


Sure wish they'd just bolt a regular manual to it, rather than a DPK glorified slush-box, but that's just me and my bias. biggrin.gif


--------------------

-Ben
'03 GT, and a proud Lifetimer
'14 Ford Fiesta SE

http://www.lagerhaus5.com
Go to the top of the page
 
+Quote Post
Reply to this topicStart new topic
2 user(s) are reading this topic (2 guests and 0 anonymous Users)
0 Members:


Collapse

> Similar Topics

  Topic Replies Topic Starter Views Last Action
No New Posts Somebody convince me I'm crazy
Pondering a rebuild
3 bhorste 17,697 5th November 2016 - 10:08 PM
Last post by: avisitor
No New Posts Hyundai ATF SPF-III and Synthetic Mobil One 5W30 - 4 Quart bottles - $10
Plus engine and cabin air filters - Pick up or ship
0 olidx 848 25th October 2016 - 05:35 PM
Last post by: olidx
No New Posts Some Major Rebates End Oct. 31st
0 RockAuto 8,461 18th October 2016 - 08:27 AM
Last post by: RockAuto
No New Posts Hyundai surprisingly dropping the Sonata
5 elantragt 15,834 2nd April 2016 - 09:52 AM
Last post by: elantragt
No New Posts From the rumor mill --- Elantra Sport
5 elantragt 1,531 6th February 2016 - 07:10 PM
Last post by: slowgls


 



Copyright 2022 The Elantra Club    
Time is now: 29th March 2024 - 12:19 AM
Elantra Club is not affiliated in any way with Hyundai Motor America