Hyundai undergoes a major upgrade to its i40 model with various aesthetic and technical innovations. 1.7 CRDi diesel engine is split into versions of 115 and 141 hp, it is last available with the new automatic dual clutch seven-speed DCT. In terms of chassis, new advanced control of cornering traction and adaptive suspension on the rear axle.

In the new product offensive Hyundai, the South Korean brand has not forgotten his i40 saloon when subjected to a deep update on all fronts.

the renewed Hyundai i40 2015, both version four-door sedan as family Crosswagon (or Tourer in some markets), go to adopt a exterior design with minor changes. In this section, the main changes are found in headlights, rear light clusters, the hexagonal front grille (One of the points of the new aesthetic DNA Hyundai), the front new bill and new alloy bumpers diameter variance of 16 to 18 inches.

In mechanical terms, the Hyundai i40 2015 will continue incorporating the known engine 1.7 CRDi turbodiesel. The Asian manufacturer announces improvements, but does not specify their consumption data and emissions. Yes it has confirmed that offered in two power levels 115 Y 141 hp. This latest version can be coupled to a new automatic DCT dual-clutch seven-speed. Remember that in the Spanish market, the i40 sedan also has been marketing with a gasoline engine 1.6 GDI 135 hp.

Hyundai ensures the possibility to choose the new automatic DCT not only adds modernity to the range i40, but also more efficiency. Gifted with this kind of change versions will also feature steering wheel paddles for manual handling and comfortable driver’s choice. In addition to this new transmission, other devices that contribute their bit towards reducing consumption and emissions are ISG (Integrated Stop&Go) stop-start engine and specific aerodynamic system whereby according to the speed at which it circulates fold or unfold a front flaps.

Commitment to safety and dynamism

Depending on the market where it is sold, the renewed Hyundai i40 equip technical innovations in terms of chassis Y dynamism. One is the ATCC system (Advanced Traction Control Cornering), special traction control that uses electronic sensors that seek to emulate the behavior of a limited slip differential lock. With the addition of this device, we want to provide more grippable and traction in cornering at high speed, so it is intended to enhance the dynamism and effectiveness to the controls of i40.

Some versions of family i40, They may also adopt the new adaptive rear suspension system, a technical resource that gradually is spreading in mid-range vehicles (as background most popular, Honda Civic Tourer). With this system, the driver through the different operating modes can regulate the setting / firmness of the dampers of the rear axle, while the operating parameters of the steering response of the gearbox and throttle are also changed.

more equipment

Technologies active and passive safety at Hyundai i40 improve the availability of various systems, among which, the device helps maintain lane (or involuntary lane departure), automatic control shift from short to long lights and identification system signs (between them, the speed limit). In terms of connectivity, you can choose a new multimedia system with navigation, digital radio and touch screen with better resolution graphics.