Posted: 26 Oct 2014 05:18 AM PDT

Looks

From the exterior, it is evident that the designers at Hyundai spent more time and thought when designing the i20, as opposed to its sibling, the i10. The 2015 i20 flaunts numerous lines and creases along the body particularly along its hood and the length of the vehicle. A horizontal line running along the side of the car that gets distinctively more prominent towards the end, gives the impression that the i20 is a lot longer than it really is.

Feels

Certain aspects of the interior in the 2015 Hyundai i20 are rather neat, while others are flat out tacky. Although plastic has been used generously all over the interior, Hyundai has had a little fun when designing the dashboard and as a result the clock sits in a sculpted den facing the driver. On the other hand, the large chrome piece on top of the shifter lever looks and feels extremely cheap. Leg and headroom in the rear seats are ample and headrests for rear passengers are a plus point, something that was missing in the i10.

Engineering

With audio controls on the steering wheel, push button start, fully automatic air conditioning and a 6 way driver seat, the i20 brings an impressive amount of kit to the table, all for just AED 46,900.

What's on offer?

The 2015 Hyundai i20 is available with just one engine option – a 1.4 litre 4-cylinder unit. Producing 99 horsepower and 136 Nm of torque, the little Korean gets mated to a 4 speed automatic transmission and accelerates to a 100 km/h in a pedestrian 11.6 seconds.

Summing it…

With a price tag ranging from AED 42,900 to AED 46,900, the Hyundai i20 is better looking than its rivals, the Mitsubishi Mirage and Nissan Micra. Unfortunately, it is also more expensive, and that is what will prevent potential buyers from even considering it when in the market a hatchback.

2015 Hyundai i30 | new <b>car review</b> - AutoMiddleEast.com

Posted: 26 Oct 2014 04:51 AM PDT

Looks

Sophisticated, modern, and extravagant to look at. This petite hatchback has a lot to say about itself. The designers thought of everything for the 2015 Hyundai i30 with the front arching grille almost connecting to the aggressive eyelids that house massive Xenon lights. The rear maintains the styling points with its sharp edges and wide rear window. It is without a doubt, one of the prettiest hatchbacks out there.

Feels

The interior is plain and dare we say, a little boring, when compared to the exterior. The rear seats can fit 3 people better than most hatchbacks since it's wider and the middle seat has an almost flat transmission tunnel making fighting for foot space with your fellow passengers a thing of the past. The boot has one of the largest storage capacities in its class and rear seats fold down completely flat for larger items. One neat feature is the glove box that is chilled by the A/C to keep your drinks cool.

Engineering

With a plethora of equipment being offered as standard, there's just a panoramic roof and rear arm rest that differentiates one variant, from the other. Fog lamps, Bluetooth connectivity, steering controls, six speakers, and a rear wiper are all standard affair.

What's on offer?

For AED 52,900, you can get your hands on the 1.6 litre variant, which puts out 128 horsepower at 6,300 RPM and 157 Nm of torque at 4,850 RPM. If you're willing to shell out AED 57,900, you not only get the panoramic roof and rear cup holders, but a stronger 1.8 litre engine too, which kicks at 148 horsepower at 6,500 RPM and 178 Nm of torque at 4,850 RPM.

Summing it…

The 2015 Hyundai i30 is stylish, practical, and efficient. It offers more for less than the competition in terms of features, performance and fuel economy as well. Would we recommend it? Yes, we would.

2015 Hyundai Azera | new <b>car review</b> - AutoMiddleEast.com

Posted: 26 Oct 2014 03:10 AM PDT

Looks

The fifth generation of the Azera follows Hyundai's fluidic sculpture design philosophy and as a result, finally bears some resemblance to its siblings, the Genesis and Centennial. Upon first glance, the Azera is a striking car; a wide nose, neat rear end, and numerous lines running across the hood and sides contribute to that. The use of chrome isn't something Hyundai has skimped on in the design of the Azera, with the large grille up front, a thick chrome strip beginning at the headlights and continuing until the rear quarter panel, as well as another strip above the tail lights. Bling indeed!

Feels

Open the door and the beige leather and piano black trim combination radiates a sense of luxury. To add to the premium feel, the Azera boasts embroidery on the seat backs and nameplates on the arm rests of each door. Teens, or anyone with a musical ear will be delighted to know the Azera is available with a banging 10 speaker Infinity sound system as well. The rear seats are an absolute treat as they are well cushioned and provide great support without being uncomfortable. However, the use of hard plastics on majority of the dashboard and door panels serve as a constant reminder that the Azera isn't really a premium sedan.

Engineering

In terms of safety, the Azera packs in 9 airbags in total, including side curtain airbags and a driver's knee airbag. Additionally, active head restraints are also present and are expected to reduce head and neck injury in a collision by up to 17%. The Azera is also equipped with an intelligent ECO button that modifies the engine and transmission controls to smoothen out the shift points and improve fuel economy.

What's on offer?

Having let go of the 2.4 litre 4-cylinder engine from its line-up, the 2015 Hyundai Azera is only available with a 3.0 litre V6 engine under its hood. But no one is complaining, for with 246 horsepower and 282 Nm of torque being directed through a 6 speed automatic transmission to the front wheels, there's an adequate amount of power available at all times.

Summing it…

With just one grade available, the Azera isn't a car that will have potential buyers scratching their head for days and contemplating which variant to opt for; more importantly, for just AED 112,900, it really is a great option for those willing to look beyond its badge.

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