Hyundai H1

Hyundai H-1 is the true answer, when a regular, car-based station wagon is just not large enough. With number of seating options, this wagon is a perfect companion for a variety of business and leisure roles that serves tourists for side-seeing trips. Its strong, contemporary exterior is complemented by a comfortable, convenience and spacious interior, and the reliability and economy are the part of Hyundai’s DNA. Available with number of efficient engines, such as A2 2.5 CRDi engine, 2.5 TCI engine and 2.4 MPI engine. Also, the engineers have mated these powertrains with 5-speed manual and optional automatic transmission improving its dynamics in an effective manner. When it comes to power, the gasoline engines such as 2.5 litre TCI and 2.4 litre MPI engine produces the maximum power output of about 74 kW at 3800 rpm to 128.4 kW at 6000 rpm respectively, along with the high torque of 226 Nm at 2000 rpm to 227.7 Nm at 4200 rpm respectively. However, the diesel engine churns the maximum power in between 85 kW at 3800 rpm to 125 kW at 3600 rpm, with high torque of 343 Nm at 1500-2250 rpm to 441 Nm at 2000-2250 rpm respectively.

The wagon is in its element in any circumstances and its sporty exterior along with superior interior designing assures the driver that the journey will be as comfortable as it can get. Featuring various elements including attractive chrome finish conventional Hyundai grille, characteristic head lamps that gracefully flared into the body work, tilting and sliding doors and striking side garnish enhancing the side profile of this vehicle. However, Its comfortable seats covered with high quality upholstery creates a glimpse of grace inside the cabin. To provide extra comfort, this van is provided with with a back seat tray located between the rear seats serves as an holder for couple of drinks. Its large wheelbase offers significant amount of room for legs, shoulders and head so that you enjoy your ride in relaxation. Dual airbags, back-up warning system, ABS offers the maximum peace of mind to its occupants in any situation. This wagon by Hyundai is all set to compete in a significant manner, maintaining the reputation of Hyundai on top in the auto market of Sri Lanka.

Mileage and Fuel economy

Available with number of powertrains, the new Hyundai H-1 is capable of delivering power and efficiency at same time and offers a decent mileage of 8.3 kmpl (A2 2.5 CRDi engine), which is praiseworthy as compared to the similar vehicles of other brands.

Power

Powered with perfect combination of diesel and petrol engines, the H-1 delivers good performance in terms of power. The gasoline engines such as 2.5 litre TCI and 2.4 litre MPI engine produces the maximum power output of about 74 kW at 3800 rpm to 128.4 kW at 6000 rpm, along with the high torque of 226 Nm at 2000 rpm to 227.7 Nm at 4200 rpm. However, the diesel engine churns the maximum power in between 85 kW at 3800 rpm to 125 kW at 3600 rpm, with high torque of 343 Nm at 1500-2250 rpm to 441 Nm at 2000-2250 rpm.

Acceleration & Pickup

As this wagon is a part of MPV segment, many consumers might have the dilemma of imperial speed and pick up. Indeed, the new H-1 reaches 0 to 100 kmph speed mark in 15.2 seconds and can reach a maximum speed of 190 kmph.

Exterior

Strong and modern exterior of new Hyundai H-1 makes it a typical vehicle of modern living. To add a touch of class, this wagon is equipped with an attractive chrome finish conventional Hyundai grille, along with characteristic head lamp shape, gracefully flared into the body work. Also, it features a pair of fog lamps that are neatly blended into the lower end of front profile. The top-end variants of Hyundai H-1 are available with striking side garnish between the wheels. For maximizing the practicality, the company offers swing gate option for its rear. This van comes fitted with tilting and sliding doors, which helps the occupants to get into and out of the vehicle more easily. Three-way washer jets spray washer fluid on the windshield in order to clean it. Moreover, the lamps clusters wrap around the side group together which comprises rear lights, reversing lights, direction indicators and reflectors and also the trailing edges of H-1’s front doors embraces built-in lights.

Exterior Measurements

Overall exterior proportions of this wagon can be measured in the form of L x W x H as 5125 mm x 1920 mm x 1925 mm. The standard wheelbase of this van remains as 3200 mm which explains the spacious interiors of the H1.

Interior

Hyundai’s design team gas outlined the interior of this stylish wagon, equal to those in most of today’s high class passenger cars. You need to have a look and feel it with great fit and finish of the features or components and appreciate the achievements of the designers, engineers and the technicians. This van is made available with different seating options such as 9-seater, 5-seater and 2-seater. Its comfortable seats covered with high quality upholstery creates a touch of elegance inside the cabin. The class-leading features equipped on the dash invites the occupants to sit inside the vehicle and drive off. On board, this van features plenty of aspects including instrument cluster comprising trip computer and speedometer, multi-functional steering wheel covered with high-class leather and the advance audio unit that make you enjoy your ride in an effective manner.

Interior Comfort

Comfortable, spacious and luxurious, the new Hyundai H-1 invites its occupants to have ride with a flexible and stylish van. In this quiet cocoon of sanity, the passengers and driver lack nothing of any substance. Its general sense of roominess is helped by having the gear lever equipped on the centre console, which creates a full length floor that is quite flat and safe. The driver’s door armrest is typically incorporated with switches of the powered windows and rear view mirrors adjusters. Also, it has a multi-switch panel which touches on the fascia panel and comprises the controls for fog lights and rheostat. Increasing the utility factor of this van, it comes with a back seat tray located between the rear seats that serves as an holder for couple of drinks. Its other standard features includes sunglasses case, cabin lamp, rear seats air controls and sun visors.

Interior Measurements

Practical, hard-working load-carrier and comfortable, H-1 appreciates the high degree of comfort and convenience which features amazingly appointed passenger cabin. It offers the large boot space that make you store your bulky things with ease. To add extra convenience, this van is provided with plenty of storage compartments to stow your handy things.

Engine and Performance

The new Hyundai H-1 is made available with three different types of engine including A2 2.5 CRDi engine, 2.5 TCI engine and 2.4 MPI engine. Whether the customer select 2.4 MPI engine or 2.5 litre turbo diesel engine, the H-1 delivers excellent performance and fuel economy. Based on the variant, this vehicle features 5-speed manual and optional automatic transmission. In terms of power, the gasoline engines such as 2.5 litre TCI and 2.4 litre MPI engine produces the maximum power output of about 74 kW at 3800 rpm to 128.4 kW at 6000 rpm, along with the high torque of 226 Nm at 2000 rpm to 227.7 Nm at 4200 rpm. However, the diesel engine churns the maximum power in between 85 kW at 3800 rpm to 125 kW at 3600 rpm, with high torque of 343 Nm at 1500-2250 rpm to 441 Nm at 2000-2250 rpm.

Stereo and Accessories

This segment is the high point for the class-leading cabin of new H-1, which is exclusively fitted with number of entertainment features. On-board, it proposes an advance audio system which is integrated with a radio, CD player, MP3 player which becomes a perfect companion of passengers and driver. You can simply enjoy the unrivaled sound of your favorite tunes, as it also provided with premium speakers throughout the cabin. Alongside, it has USB connectivity and an Auxiliary port on the front centre fascia which enable you to connect your MP3 player and Smartphone or any other portable device so that you can easily stream your favorite music through its superior audio system.

Wheels

This exclusive van by Hyundai is available with two different types of wheels including alloy and steel, but comprises the same size i.e. 16-inch, revealing the true sporty character of this van.

Braking and Handling

For MPVs, the braking and handling always been a concern, but Hyundai engineers have worked remarkably to deliver good performance to the occupants. For front pair of wheels, it comes fitted with solid disc brakes and the rear pair of wheels are appointed with drum type brakes. Further, boosting the braking system it is further integrated with anti-lock brakes, To deliver decent handling, this wagon comes outfitted with MacPherson strut suspension for front axle and 5-link rigid axle for the rear.

Safety and Security

Hyundai H-1 is designed by considering the protection of the occupants as it carries plenty of safety measures. Hyundai engineers has equipped dual airbags which inflates instantly to help protect the seat occupants from injury. To enhance the endurance of this wagon on slippery roads the Hyundai engineers has installed powerful ABS braking system that prevents the wheels from locking up in case of sudden braking. Sensors in the bumpers sound a audible alarm, if it detects the vehicle is being reversed into objects that are hidden from the driver. Its body is made of high tensile steel which makes sure about the overall safety of the passengers.

Pros

Premium quality interior materials
Classy upholstery
Plenty of utility elements

Cons

Lack in entertainment features
Rivals are more fun to drive