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Hyundai has comprehensively updated its
award-winning i10 city car range. The range-wide update – which goes on
sale 1st March – marks the arrival of Hyundai’s first
sub-100g/km Blue model, along with specification and design upgrades for
the rest of the line-up.
The new and improved version of
Hyundai’s entry-point model represents a significant step forward over
the outgoing i10. Chief among the changes are enhancements to the i10’s
design – both in the cabin and on the exterior of the car. These key
design changes are in keeping with the brand’s bold and progressing
design language, bringing a clear family resemblance between the new i10
and other recently launched Hyundais, including the sleek ix35 and ix20
models.
A new and improved range of Euro V
compliant engines blend clean performance with excellent fuel economy
and ultra-low emissions. The latest i10 introduces the all-new 1.0-litre
‘Kappa’ engine, which replaces the old 1.1-litre ‘Epsilon’ unit. This
cutting-edge three-cylinder engine achieves a remarkable 67.3mpg
combined: the sort of cheap-to-run credentials that will resonate with
customers as the cost of motoring continues to rise. The popular
1.25-litre ‘Kappa’ engine has also been improved giving 13% more power
(85bhp), 9.2% less CO2 (108g/km) and 8.7% better fuel
consumption (61.4mpg) than the outgoing 1.25-litre ‘Kappa’ engine.
To make the most of the efficient new
1.0-litre engine, Hyundai has introduced an all-new model - the i10
Blue. This special ‘eco’ edition of the i10 emits an astonishingly low
99g/km CO2, so it gains exemption from VED and the London
Congestion Charge. It is currently the only sub-£10k five-seater car on
the market to achieve this, and the first of a family of Blue models
that will underscore Hyundai’s commitment to environmental technology.
The revised range consists of four trim
grades - Blue, Classic, Active and Style - all of which offer
exceptional value for money. Equipment specification across the i10
range remains impressive, with usually optional features, such as air
conditioning and the addition of an iPod plug-in, standard fit on all
new i10s. As part of a class-leading equipment list, customers will also
find four airbags, a six-speaker stereo, electric windows and central
locking all as standard on all models. Prices start at £8,195 for the
entry-level Classic model.
All new i10s come with Hyundai’s
world-beating Five Year Triple Care package, for total peace of mind.
This package includes five-year unlimited mileage warranty, five years’
roadside assistance and five years of vehicle health checks. It’s an
offer that is yet to be matched by any of Hyundai’s rivals.
Review by Kara Holt from Stratford upon
Avon
on 15 September 2011
Hyundai i10 Comfort : I bought my
i10 in February and have found it to be great fun, very very quiet
engine, highly economical, fun features and just a really very good
driving position. Sitting higher up than usual. It handles well along
country lanes and motorways taking us to Wales and Cornwall with ease
when fully loaded. It really is superb value for money.
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