Hyundai Avante car, the photo of which is located below, is a development of the South Korean company Hyundai Motor Company. Under this name, it is issued only for the domestic market of the country. As for consumers from other countries, for them the model is produced under the Elantra brand. In our country, this car has gained great popularity in 2008. First of all, this was due to the high level of comfort and economy of the Hyundai Avante. The reviews of critics from many automobile magazines testified that at that time the model became one of the most successful.
A brief history of the model
The first generation of cars was born in 1990. Then this machine replaced the Stellar model on the conveyor. Since 2001, in all countries except South Korea and Malaysia, it has been sold under the name Elantra. The cult in our country has become the fourth generation of the car. In 2008, the model was generally included in the top ten ratings by the version of almost all reputable automobile magazines. The situation with her in the American market was similar, where among all non-hybrid sedans, it was the Hyundai Avante that became one of the most popular. The reviews of the owners described it as an economical car with good technical characteristics. At the end of last year, the South Korean manufacturer during the international exhibition in Busan presented the latest version of the car to the general public. In more detail about it we will go further.
Appearance
The exterior of the novelty has become more modern. The total length of the Hyundai Avante car, compared with the previous version, increased by 20 millimeters. The car received new, more voluminous bumpers. In addition, Korean engineers have updated to modify the grille and optics. In particular, daylight integrated lights were provided for the lens headlights. In addition, updated and taillights. As for the wheelbase, it remains the same. In general, the body of the novelty has become more athletic, sharp and rigid. As standard, the Hyundai Avante is equipped with stylish alloy wheels, the size of which is seventeen inches.
Interior
The fundamental difference in the interior of the new product, compared with the previous version, is to change the location of the openings of the climate system. In particular, in the latest version, auto blowers were additionally brought to the rear seat, which significantly increased the comfort of passengers sitting on it. In addition, South Korean designers slightly raised the armrest. As for the upholstery "Hyundai Avante", it is made of high quality materials, soft and pleasant to the touch. In the central part of the dashboard there is a 3.5-inch display through which you can control the multimedia system of the machine. The steering wheel of the model is electronically adjustable. The dashboard and noise insulation of the passenger compartment, which improved significantly compared with the previous version of the car, slightly modified the manufacturing company. If necessary, the rear seats can be folded, thereby increasing the useful space of the luggage compartment. In general, the interior of the car is very relevant.
Specifications
Separate words in the new Hyundai Avant deserve the characteristics of the engine and chassis. For previous generations of cars, there were two options for power plants, which were gasoline four-cylinder engines with a volume of 1.6 and 1.8 liters. Their power, respectively, was 130 and 150 horsepower. In the line of powertrains of the latest version of the model, a 1.6-liter “diesel” was added to the two mentioned engines. Its maximum power equals 126 "horses". The installation is equipped with a “start-stop” system, which turns it off when it stops and automatically starts when you press the gas pedal. As for the transmission, a choice of “mechanics” and “automatic”. Each of these boxes consists of six gears.
Profitability
One of the main advantages of Hyundai Avant cars, as noted above, is their efficiency. First of all, Korean engineers achieved this through the use of modern technology such as variable valve timing. As a result, the average fuel consumption of both gasoline engines and “diesel” is about 5.3 liters for each “hundred” kilometers on the highway and about 6.5 liters in urban mode. In order to support the idea of fuel economy, a special indicator appeared on the dashboard of the car, which lights up in red when there is an excessive consumption of fuel, otherwise it lights up in green.
Security
The model boasts the latest developments in the fields of active and passive safety. The standard equipment of the car includes many systems and assistants. Among them should be noted ESP (electronic stabilization system), MDPS (electronic power steering) and VSM (program that provides the integrated operation of all systems). Protection for passengers and the driver is ensured by six airbags. As a result, the Hyundai Avante car (according to the results of a number of studies conducted in 2013) was awarded the highest award of the American Road Safety Institute.
Cost
Domestic dealers began to receive orders for the new product (in our country it is sold under the name Hyundai Elantra) at the beginning of this year. The cost of the car, compared with the previous versions, increased slightly - in the maximum configuration is 890 thousand rubles.