Hyundai vehicles were first introduced to the South African market somewhere after the dawn of the millennium in 2000, and it immediately changed the face of both the new and used vehicle market for consumers.
Today, they have sold thousands of excellent quality vehicles and many of these cars are still driving happily on our roads – a testament to their reliability.
Any discussion about an affordable, environmentally friendly vehicle is bound to lead straight to Hyundai – and part of what’s made them so fitting for the SA market has been the fact that they’re easy to repair and great to drive.
Fascinating Facts
Here are three fascinating facts you might not have known about this popular car manufacturer.
Models
Browsing through the Surf4Cars catalogue and not sure which is the right one for your needs? Here are some of the models that you can find on the road – and the best features of each.
The i20 is one of their most popular hatchback models, available in a 1.2L or 1.4 L petrol engine that comes with 70kW of power offers one of the most comfortable driving experience in their catalogue. It comes with plenty of added features like adjustable air-conditioning and LED running lamps and bi-function headlights for added visibility on the road.
The Elantra is one of the overall most popular sedan models on the road today, and this one comes with a 1.5L engine and extra safety features like six airbags and a parking assist system to ensure that you have a safe, comfortable driving experience. Built with luxurious, quality leather seats ensuring that the luxury lasts.
The Hyundai Creta is built for taking the scenic route, offering a 1.6L petrol or diesel-powered engine with 90 to 94kW of power under the hood. It’s built for optimal fuel consumption, less carbon emissions for environmentally conscious drivers and special safety features for added driver and passenger safety and visibility on the road.
Hyundai Remains Award-Winning
Since its introduction to South Africa, the company has taken home multiple awards for the best concepts in design and excellence in ensuring both the safety and comfort of their drivers. Here are some of the awards from over the years that make all the difference when choosing your used Hyundai for sale through Surf4Cars.