Hyundai Motor already launched its new 8th generation Sonata on its local market and we were waiting for US-debut at New York Autoshow, but the guys at MotorTrend had the opportunity to test drive a pre-production model and also shared some photos of US-spec as well as the confirmation of the 2.5 GDi engine (as we have advanced) to be available in the US-market. Launched five years after the launch of the seventh-generation model in 2014, the new car enhanced Hyundai’s vehicle fleet with innovative design, the latest safety and convenience features, and new engines and platforms. The new Sonata, which started its pre-contracts in South Korea on November 11, has received 12,223 units until recently. While for its local market its offers two 2.0-liter petrol models and two LPI models, and the 1.6 Turbo that will arrive later in the year, for the US-market Hyundai has bet for the new 2.5 Theta3 engine that delivers 190 hp (142 kw) and 180 lb-ft (245 Nm) of torque. Hybrid/Plug-in … [Read more...] about Hyundai Premieres US-Spec Sonata Ahead NY AutoShow
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New York Autoshow: Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe updated for 2019
Mercedes-Benz updates the GLC Coupe at this year’s New York Autoshow. Among the news, sportier styling cues and more potent engines. A few weeks after the presentation of the facelifted GLC, Mercedes presents the logical continuation: the GLC Coupe. The recipe applied is strictly the same, starting with a range of renewed engines. The two gasoline 2.0-liter turbocharged units available at launch, are thus electrified via the addition of an integrated alternator-starter with an electric motor connected to a 48V circuit. The GLC 200 Coupe develops 197 hp and 320Nm; the GLC 300 Coupe offers 258hp and 370Nm. The electric motor allows a temporary “boost” of 14 hp and 150Nm – all extra. Three diesel engines are also announced, again 2.0-liter turbo engines, good for 163 hp and 360 Nm in the GLC 200 d Coupe, 194 hp and 400 Nm in the GLC 220 d Coupe and 245 hp for 500 Nm in the GLC 300 d Coupe. These engines already meet the Euro 6d standards from 2020, at the cost of … [Read more...] about New York Autoshow: Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe updated for 2019
Mini klasik elektrik EV tampil pertama kali di New York
Ada satu model Mini menarik yang turut diperkenalkan di New York International Autoshow yang sedang berlangsung. Classic Mini Electric bukan model biasa-biasa jenama itu; ia mempertemukan reka bentuk bersejarah Mini yang dahulu dengan sistem janaan elektrik yang mesra alam. Model yang dipertontonkan ini menggunakan sebuah Mini Cooper klasik tahun 1988 yang dibina semula untuk menepati keperluan sistem pacuan elektrik. Menurut Autocar UK, terdapat sebuah motor elektrik 38 hp disambungkan kepada gear yang sama pada kenderaan biasa. Motor berkenaan menggunakan pek bateri lithium-iron phosphate, yang ditempatkan di belakang tempat duduk. Ia memerlukan empat jam untuk dicas sepenuhnya menggunakan soket domestik 220-volt biasa. Sistem ini membolehkan kereta ini mencapai kelajuan maksimum 121 km/j dengan jarak 105 km. Dari segi reka bentuk, bahagian luarannya dicat dengan warna merah dengan bumbung putih untuk dipadandkan dengan jalur putih pada bonet. Penampilannya sebagai sebuah kereta EV … [Read more...] about Mini klasik elektrik EV tampil pertama kali di New York
Hyundai Tucson Spied Ahead New York Debut
Displayed for the first time at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the last generation of South Korean carmaker mid-size SUV, the Hyundai Tucson, has enjoyed an excellent level of sales locally and overseas, from US to Europe. At this time, we have caught the 2018 Hyundai Tucson facelift on the highway with the final design, while its set to debut at New York Autoshow in a few days. What we can expect for this refreshed SUV? Following Hyundai latest design identity for SUV’s, used for the first time on the Hyundai Kona (next-generation Santa Fe will follow) it is very probably that Hyundai uses this facelift to include some of this idea on the Tucson, specially in the front-end, with separated headlights, LED Daytime Running Lights, etc… Improved interior, with the latest safety & technology systems will apply on this facelift. Full LED headlights, smart cruise control & autonomous emergency brake, a new tablet-type touchscreen, alloy wheels, colours, etc… An … [Read more...] about Hyundai Tucson Spied Ahead New York Debut
Exclusive: New Hyundai Genesis Coupe Surpass 400hp Mark
We received a month ago some new details about the new Hyundai Genesis coupe, we weren’t sure of the accuracy of this detail but with the new announcement of Hyundai’s CEO about the new twin turbo engine for the Genesis Sedan, we are more confident to release this information. We were told the new Genesis Coupe will come with 3 engines to choose from, we don’t know if this will be for USA or certain markets only. The first engine will be the 2.0 turbocharged engine, it is the same engine the Genesis coupe had previously but improved and ready to hit again the market with an affordable RWD coupe. The second engine will the 3.8 N/A just like the previous generation. The third engine, and here is where the surprise will be revealed with the 3.3 Twin Turbo engine. Our sources told us this model will come under “N performance” model program. Hyundai will be classifying their most powerful models under the “N performance” bracket … [Read more...] about Exclusive: New Hyundai Genesis Coupe Surpass 400hp Mark