Saturday, November 19, 2011

Prices on New Hyundais

Hyundai Motor Company is currently considered as an emerging car manufacturer in the US automobile market. The company started selling cars in the US in 1986, but most American buyers would just look past their vehicle models, due to its odd designs and not so popular name. However, all of these impressions towards Hyundai cars eventually changed.

These changes were brought about by the increased efforts that Hyundai had devoted to improve their vehicle designs and other features. As a result, the demands for their cars increased and the company started to compete actively with some of the leading car makers in the US. To further increase their dominance in the US market, Hyundai has released its latest vehicle line-up with the following prices.

Sedans

1. 2012 Hyundai Elantra

The 2012 version of the Elantra is currently available in 4-trim levels, namely the Base/GLS, GLS PZEV, Limited, and the Limited PZEV. All of these trims are powered by a 1.8L, 4-cylinder engine mated to a standard 6-speed automatic transmission, except for the Base/GLS trim, which is offered with a standard 6-speed manual transmission. Each of these trims are currently sold in the following invoice prices and MSRPs.

GLS with 6-speed manual transmission (M/T): (Invoice) $14,775 - (MSRP) $15,195

GLS with 6-speed automatic transmission (A/T): $16,867 - $17,445

GLS PZEV: $16,867 - $17,445

Limited: $19,584 - $20,445

Limited PZEV: $19,584 - $20,445

2. 2012 Hyundai Accent

The 2012 Hyundai Accent sedan is a fully redesigned version of its predecessor. One of the most significant features of this vehicle is its fuel-efficient 1.6L, 4-cylinder engine that produces 138 horsepower and 123 lb.-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a standard 6-speed manual transmission and an optional 6-speed automatic transmission.

The latest version of the Accent sedan is offered in single trim which is the GLS. Its current invoice price is $12,149 for the model that uses the manual transmission. The model that is equipped with the automatic transmission has an invoice price of $14,775. The manufacturer suggested retail price for this sedan is $12,445 (with M/T) and $15,195 (with A/T).

Hatchbacks

1. 2012 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback

The Veloster hatchback is an all-new model from Hyundai. This car is offered in a single trim which is the "Base." It is equipped with 1.6L, in-line 4-cylinder engine that is capable of producing up to 138 horsepower and 123 lb.-ft. of torque. The in-line 4-cylinder engine is mated to a standard 6-speed manual transmission and an optional automated manual version.

The Veloster, with a manual transmission, has an invoice price of $16,699 and an MSRP of $17,300. The Veloster, with an automated manual transmission, is sold at an invoice price of $17,887 and MSRP of $18,550.

Hyundai Cars

Cars by the Korean auto making giant - Hyundai, have become synonymous with 'cheap cars', as people are popularly saying 'think Hyundai think low-price'. Hyundai has become a popular brand all over for its hot wheel creations like Elantra, Accent, Tucson, Sonata, Getz and much more. The prices for Hyundai cars trigger off from as low as 10,000$. The brand is currently offering special rebates on its cars. For the Indian market, where people rely more on public transport or two wheelers due to the high price of cars, Hyundai has promised a car by 2011 that would be retailed at 3,500$.

The Hyundai's Namyang Technology Research Center is believed to be currently working on a budget vehicle. The car which is expected to be manufactured in India, will hit the global market at an ultra-low cost which would be half the current price of its barebones car - Santro. The mass market cars by Hyundai are being received very well by the people. The company is trying to think out of the box by producing quirky and individualistic cars and has decided to hit as a niche market player. The car maker has always been the attention grabber for its finest set of coupes, family vehicles and sports utility cars.

Besides, Hyundai has also started thinking seriously about launching its hybrid cars. The company is hoping to release it hybrid model that will be able to run both on petrol and electricity. The car is to be launched first in South Korea before being unveiled worldwide. By the closing of 2012, Hyundai is expecting to come up with more advanced technologies in its hybrid business to plan a sports car variant. Blue-Will, which is a concept plug-in hybrid car by the car maker, was unveiled in March which hinted towards the possible release of its hybrid sports car.

New Car Trends for 2012

The auto industry continues to evolve as higher gas prices, renewed competition and global economic forces put the squeeze on a 125 year old industry. We're seeing change happening faster than ever before, but those changes are expected only to accelerate in coming years. Let's take a look at five new car trends certain to dominate in 2012:

1. 40 MPG or else -- Blame Hyundai for raising the bar so high that every other manufacturer will need to reach higher and quickly. When the Korean automaker released its all new Elantra compact in late 2010, it was the first model to offer the same fuel mileage across all trim levels. That threshold is 40 mpg, something Kia and Hyundai, its corporate cousin, will be meeting with about a half a dozen models for 2012. Hyundai and Kia sales are exploding and you can credit exceptionally good gas mileage for that fact. Other manufacturers are certain to follow suit.

2. Improved safety -- Besides getting excellent gas mileage and offering a comfortable interior, car buying consumers are demanding even safer vehicles. Manufacturers are doing that by offering side curtain air bags, traction control and improved roofs to survive rollovers, but the changes coming down the road include such new devices as inflatable seatbelt airbags and collision avoidance systems.

3. Environmentally friendly -- Consumers want cars that are much more environmentally friendly than vehicles sold just five years ago. Besides building hybrids and electric cars, car shoppers are looking at what goes into these vehicles, namely what sort of filler is placed in seats, in headliners and in carpets. Look for greater amounts of recycled materials to be used. The Ford Fusion Hybrid already features seats made from reclaimed plastics.

4. American made -- Whoever said the U.S. car industry is dying? More cars are made in the United States in recent years than in 2010 or 2009 in part because buyers are looking at cars from General Motors, Chrysler and the Ford Motor Company. They're also buying American built cars produced by Honda, Toyota, Kia, Hyundai and others with some so-called "foreign" manufacturers building cars here for export over there.

Hyundai cars for sale

Hyundai is a Korean company who has earned lot of name in India in the last few years. Prior to the launch of Hyundai in India other companies were enjoying their monopoly, but with the inception of Hyundai the demand of other cars got reduced. The reason behind this is that Hyundai has increased the market competition among all the car manufacturing companies who are running in India. The biggest competitor of Hyundai in India is Maruti Suzuki. Prior to the launch of Hyundai Maruti was enjoying its monopoly because Maruri makes cheap cars and other brands were not doing so. But since the Hyundai entered on the market with its different market strategies the demand of Maruti gets decreased, several people moved towards Hyundai. Hyundai has totally different technology and the prices in which they are manufacturing cars are almost equivalent to the cost of Maruti cars.

So the options get increased for the consumers. Hyundai Santro, i10, i20, and Hyundai Verna are a few models which most of the middle class people can afford easily. Hyundai cars have totally different shapes, neither they are making a complete sedan nor notchback, their main design are hatchback kinds. there are several companies who are dealing is sell and purchase of second hand car so Hyundai is not restricted for a middle class people a low class person can also afford a Hyundai car as its pre-owned cars are available in their authorized service stations and other showrooms. If you are looking for a used car then you do not need to contact a car dealer or any individual you can buy it from the company directly.


Hyundai Pictures 2012








Hyundai Sonata

This sedan faces some tough competition from Nissan Altima, Ford Fusion Sports, Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 6 and Chevrolet Malibu. National base price of this 2011 Hyundai Sonata is around $ 19, 195 which excludes destination charges.

Trims and Options:

2011 Hyundai Sonata is a family sized luxury sedan. This generation of Hyundai Sonata is available in three trim levels which include Sonata GLS, Sonata SE and Sonata Limited trims.

Sonata GLS trim is equipped with 16 inch steel wheels, powerful Air-conditioning system, keyless entry, full power accessories, trip computer, heated side view mirrors, tilt and telescopic steering column, Bluetooth connectivity with phone book download, audio system with six speakers, CD/MP3 player, I-Pod and AUX-IN jack, satellite radio and steering wheel mounted audio control and cruise control.

This trim is also offered with two optional packages. First package includes automatic headlights, alloy wheels and eight way adjustable power driver seats and other package includes upgraded audio system and navigation system.

Sonata SE is a sporty trim equipped with 18 inch alloy wheels with high performance tires, dark chrome grille, fog lights, sports tuned suspension system, keyless entry and ignition, cloth or leather upholstery and leather wrapped gear knob and steering wheel. Some of other options like premium speakers and sunroof are bundled in Navigation package.


Engine and Performance:

Sonata is available with only one engine option which include 2.4 L capacity V4 engine with direct injection technology. Se trim with dual exhaust is bit power compared to standard engine. SE trim generates 200 HP of power and 186 lb-ft of torque. This sedan is armored with six speed manual transmissions as standard option on GLS trim and six speed automatic transmissions is optional feature.

Specifications:

* Base Number of Cylinders: 4

* Base Engine Size: 2.4 liters

* Base Engine Type: Inline 4

* Horsepower: 198 HP

* Max Horsepower: 6300 RPM

* Torque: 184 ft-lbs.

* Max Torque: 4250 RPM

* Drive Type: FWD

* Turning Circle: 35.8 feet

Mileage:

* City: 24 MPG

* Highway: 35 MPG

* Combined: 28 MPG

Design and Features:



Dimensions:

* Front Head Room: 40 inches

* Front Hip Room: 55.2 inches

* Front Shoulder Room: 57.9 inches

* Rear Head Room: 37.8 inches

* Rear Shoulder Room: 56.7 inches

* Rear Hip Room: 54.9 inches

* Front Leg Room: 45.5 inches

* Rear Leg Room: 34.6 inches

* Luggage Capacity: 16.4 cubic feet

* Maximum Seating: 5

* Length: 189.8 inches

* Width: 72.2 inches

* Height: 57.9 inches

* Wheel Base: 110 inches

* Curb Weight: 3161 Pounds

Safety:

All variants of Hyundai Sonata is equipped with stability controls, traction control, full length side curtain airbags, anti lock disc brakes and frontal seat side impact airbags. 2011 Hyundai Sonata has earned TOP SAFETY PICK from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This sedan has gained top scores for both side impact and frontal offset crash protection.

Other Specifications:

* Front Brake Type: 11.8 inch single piece ventilated steel discs with single piston and sliding calipers

* Rear Brake Type: 11.20 inch, single piece solid steel discs with single-piston and sliding calipers

* Steering System: rack and pinion power steering with Electric assist speed proportional

* Steering Ratio: 14.5

* Front Suspension Type: Independent McPherson struts, twin-tube dampers, coil springs, stabilizer bar

* Rear Suspension Type: Independent multilink, twin-tube dampers, coil springs, stabilizer bar

* Front Tire Size: P205/ 65 R 16 94 H

* Rear Tire Size: P205/ 65 R 16 94H

* Tire Brand: Kumho

* Tire Model: Solus KH 25

* Tire Type: All Season (33 PSI front; 33 PSI rear)

* Wheel Size: 16 X 6.5 inches front and rear

* Wheel Material (front/rear): Stamped steel with hubcaps

* Manufacturer Curb Weight: 3161 Pounds

* Curb Weight as Tested: 3199 Pounds

* Weight Distribution, F/R: 60/40

* Recommended Fuel: 87 Octane gasoline

Pros:

High fuel economy

Spacious trunk space

Impressive safety scores

Smooth ride

Comfortable and attractive cabin

Cons:

Lacks V6 option

Rough ride in SE trim

Tight head room

New Hyundai i10

The new Hyundai i10's clever design ensures that it isn't just incredibly practical, but also undeniably stylish. The incorporation of generous glass areas ensure increased visibility while an arched roof allows for easy passenger entry and smooth body contour lines that improve the overall aerodynamics of the vehicle. With form complementing function, the i10 promises a drive that's both enviable if you do not own one and enjoyable if you do.

The Hyundai i10 Specs

The Hyundai i10 might look small from the outside but it's surprisingly roomy on the inside. Intelligent design features ensure that it's flexible enough to comfortably seat up to five adults, while its 60/40 split-folding rear seats make room for bigger loads when necessary. Add to this some smart storage spaces like an under-seat tray, integrated tool tray, trendy cup holders and a removable parcel shelf, and you'll agree that the i10 is ready to take on any journey you can fathom.

The Hyundai i10 1.1L and 1.25L Models

The new Hyundai i10 offers a choice of two petrol engines that allow for a fun and affordable driving experience while also doing its bit to help protect the environment.

The 1.1L Hyundai i10 delivers a comfortable 50kW of power at 5500rpm and maximum torque of 99Nm at 4500rpm, while the 1.25L model boasts an impressive top power output of 64kW at 6000rpm and peak torque of 119Nm at 4500rpm.

Constantly Variable Valve Technology (CVVT) is available on the 1.25L Hyundai i10 model ensuring maximum fuel efficiency and translating into a low combined fuel consumption figure of only 4.7L/100km and a mere 113g/km CO2 emissions figure. That means the 1.25L is as easy on fuel as it is on the eye...