"Hyundai i40" - a comfortable car for the European market

"Hyundai i40" is a large family car that is a representative of the middle class. Oriented model for a European buyer. This car shared the platform with the famous North American Hyundai Sonata. Sales of the model started in 2011, and for four years of its existence it has become quite popular.

Design

The first thing I would like to tell about the design, which is different "Hyundai i40". Interestingly, Thomas Burzle, a former BMW specialist, worked on the exterior of the car.

So, this car in typical style for "Hyundai" is sustained. An original so-called liquid sculpture. Initially, the car was released as a station wagon, and then it began to appear in the back of the sedan. The volume of its trunk is 553 liters, but it can be increased to 1719 (if you combine the rear seats).

Interestingly, the model slightly resembles its appearance Elantra, only in all directions stretched. The exterior of the machine is made up of combinations of exquisite flowing lines. One of the features is a hexagonal radiator grille, located between the head large optics and LED daytime "walkers", which also have a wavy form. No less original look and have fog lights, apparently resembling the wings.

The Hyundai i40 car has a very rapid appearance, which experts have successfully emphasized with a "shoulder rib", which runs all over the body, and the roof slopes into the trunk. And the picture ends with a relief spectacular bumper. Dynamics and sporting character - this is what can be traced throughout the image of the model.

A number of engines

Speaking about "Hyundai i40", it is worth noting with attention its technical characteristics. So, potential buyers are available three versions. There is a model with a 1.7-liter diesel engine (one produces 116 hp and the other produces 136 hp). And of course, two versions with gasoline units. One - with 1.6 - and the other - with a 2.0-liter volume. The first of these generates a power of 133 liters. With., And the second - 150 liters. from. For engines, the BlueDrive option is available, which is equipped with the "Start-Stop" function. Also on the petrol versions of the car set 16-inch tires, equipped with resistance to rolling. This makes it possible to reduce the level of CO ₂ emissions into the atmosphere.

Interior

"Hyundai i40" (station wagon) has a well-designed interior. Its interior is decorated in an identical exterior design. Inside, smooth, flowing lines can also be traced. This, strictly speaking, is a feature of the Hyundai i40. The station wagon boasts a practical instrument panel with well located dials and a display. Everything not only looks nice, but also is informative, practical. The front console is made in the corporate style of the company. It is also very modern and attractive. Inside there is an audio system from Infiniti with a clear high-quality touch screen. True, this is only in the most expensive equipment. In the "middle" is installed simply advanced "music" with a color screen. And in the cheapest - the usual radio tape recorder. And in the cabin there is a control unit for air conditioning (or dual-zone climate control - depending on the equipment), which is distinguished by its simplicity and practicality.

Interior Features

"Hyundai i40" (sedan) can not boast of any revelations in its finish. But nevertheless it looks all very interesting inside. You can see how through the entire front panel passes a beautiful, polished to shine "wave", which divides the space into two "zones". Everything that is located above is made of soft, but expensive, high-quality plastic. And what is below - from simple, rigid plastic. The interior uses black lacquer, which makes the situation more solid. The gearshift lever and steering wheel are trimmed with good leather.

The front passenger and the driver are accommodated in comfortable armchairs, and for those seated from the rear a lot of free space is provided, both in the legs and above the head. At a high level, both the ergonomics of government bodies and their basing. The scanned transmission tunnel does not even bulge. In general, the practical "Hendai i40" became quite practical. The owners' feedback shows that this is really a good car, which is a good choice if you need a car for a comfortable ride around the city.

About the cost

So, potential buyers are available several versions (as already mentioned above). The cars differ not very much - the volumes, power indicators of engines installed under the hood and equipment. But in general, the machines are identical. The most popular version is a 2-liter 4-cylinder engine, atmospheric. Its capacity is 178 liters. from. It is aggregated exclusively by an automatic transmission. Up to "hundreds" it is accelerated in less than 10 seconds. And the maximum is 211 km / h. Cost such a version will be more than a million rubles (in the second-hand state). The version of 2014 with a 2-liter 150-horsepower AT engine, complete with ABS, ESP, heating, sensors, toning and xenon headlights, will cost 900 000 r. The machine is not cheap, but in general it costs such money. Many owners were satisfied with their purchase.