A couple of months after its Seoul Show debut, Hyundai introduced its all-new full size van to the members of the press on May 25th in Technorati: Hyundai+H1, Starex, cars, Carscoop, blogs, automotive,
All-New Hyundai H-1 Van (pictures below)
With its sophisticated lines, the all-new H-1 (project codename TQ) improves on its predecessor in every measurable respect. More spacious, more comfortable and more convenient, the new H-1 reinvigorates Hyundai competitiveness in this hotly contested segment. The new H-1 comes in passenger van and commercial van versions. The people mover is available in a variety of seating layouts: eight, nine, 11 or 12 passenger while the commercial van comes in two, three, five and six seater versions for a a high degree of versatility.
Engines: For all markets outside of
The base gearbox is a five-speed manual but an automatic is available as an option, in either four- or five-speed versions, depending on local market requirements. For markets requiring gasoline propulsion, the 2.4-liter Theta engine is a new offering to the range. Delivering 170ps and 22.8kg m of torque, the Theta can propel the new H-1 to a maximum speed of 185km/h and has a fuel economy rating of 7.1km per litre. Key new exterior features include the addition of dual sliding side doors, twin swing rear doors (commercial van only), enlarged wheels and tires (205/70R15 -> 215/70R16), back-up warning system (passenger van only) and a sliding side window (wagon only).
New touches to the interior include the mounting of the transmission gear shift lever to the center fascia for obstructionless movement between the driver seat and front passenger seat and the addition of an overhead storage console. The new H-1 is also fitted with an electro-chromic rear view mirror and new roof-mounted air vents for improved cooling and heating throughout the cabin. The new H-1 gets 16-inch front disc brakes providing better braking power than the H-1's 15-inch discs. And for improved handling, it's fitted with a MacPherson strut front suspension. Production of the new H-1 diesel edition starts in August 2007 while the petrol version won't be available until after November 2007.
20 Comments:
I'm very glad that now Hyundai has a new van with such a good features. I like Hyundai a lot and always was waiting for van, as I need a van, not a small car.
Can we know the release date of the commercial van in Australia please? Thank you!
Nice car! looks like future-train
As a courier in Australia, this is what I want! As long as the price is not the same as a HiAce or Renault Traffic, I will buy it, I hope the price range would be like a Pregio! I want a Vito or VW Transporter, but too expensive, if Hyundai can put this van on the market with Air Con and Auto for $25000 Drive Away, I bet they will kill the HiAce market! We want good look also and not just cheap and ugly like Mitsubishi Express oe Mazda.
Acaba de llegar este modelo a Chile y por lo que veo la que ofrecen aca no trae los aseientos que giran en la segunda corrido y tampoco el sistema de GPS, de todos modos parece un muy buen modelo muy funcional, aca llego en $ 13.490.000 algo asi como USD 26.872,50
I know it will be more reliable than the fleet of 6 Mercedes Vitos I have a present.
C'mon, this is the guy that work Australia Post again, does anyone knows when will it arrive and how much? Went shopping for a HiAce MWB Auto at $37G Driveaway!!! VW T5 Diesel Auto $42.5 G Driveaway, hope this nice Starex will be $24.990 Driveaway!!!AND in Auto.
To Australia Post Guy. I called Hyundaii and they said van will be rleased this month or early January 2008. I am in the sam eboat as you. Loked at merc and toyota way ovcerpriced. Was told around 30k for thi hyundaii van :(
when will this van be available in US? i had a starex before and was very happy with it.
Wow its a great van I guess, now I drive Trajet its a nice car for me and Starex I thought much-much better. Seems it will kill Toyota Alphard as well. I'd love to have this car. Nice shape, model and design. Hyundai always come out with good features but reasonable price. If they set the same price, people will not choose Hyundai. For me: if we can have good cars with complete feature in reasonable price, why we have to spend a lot of money just to buy a "brand"!?
I have one of this car now,and I think that it`s the best van of this year
I own one and just love. Would suggest that in future version they add rails on the roof, like the Tucson, to load skis, a fun board and the like.
Hi,
Hyundai are really missed-up car company. Their cars and vans were once unique and different that represented good value - not anymore. So what you’re left with is me-too stylish.
Welsh Paul in Philippines
Well now, I took delivery of the Hyundai H1-Van, Auto, Diesel 2.5 version in November and I am very impressed indeed. Full leather upholstery and all the trimmings.
One of the most comfortable drives I have had for a long time, very powerful with very good acceleration right through the range. I have driven, Merc's, BM's, Fords, and we still have our Suzuki Grand Vitara for the times when we need the Four Wheel Drive but the Hyundai is so much more comfortable and more powerfull.
My only thought is that they could create a four wheel Drive version but other than that I am a very Happy Driver and a convert to Hyundai.
Welsh Paul in Philippines
A further comment . . after driving the van for six months now my ONLY criticism is that there is no Rear Window Windscreen Wiper as standard. It is Needed and should be standard.
im from brunei. true inded the H1 is comfort and power but so sad no rear windscreen! because of the vortex wind build up while driving its lift the dirt up and cover the rear screen. i think roof spolier will solve the vortex problem, trouble is the agent dont have it in my country, try to order via internet but cant find the site! help. The 2nd version just arrived month ago has rear windscreen wiper as a standard. guess have to change the whole rear door and hand controls for the wiper.
Is the H1 equipped with electronic accelerator system or a bowden cable ?
Is the 2008 H1 equipped with the electronic accelerator system or a bowden cable one?
Have a Hyundai Van now, want a new one! When will the new ones be available in the US?
Hey Hyundai is the superb car and it is just amazing....I liked it....cool....good information....good work...keep it up..:)
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