The Hyundai Veloster N sports a heavily tweaked 2. The Hyundai Tucson competes in the toughest segment on the U. The base engine can tow up to 2,000 pounds but provides up to 25 mpg combined if fitted with a front-wheel drive. We expect it to carry on with its relatively traditional looks for the hybrid segment that include a useful liftback for loading cargo. Office Address: AutoWise, 809 N 30th St. The range-topping Limited models, on the other hand, get a larger 10.
While the rear seats won't inspire outrage on the part of your passengers, several competitors offer more room to spread out. The official release date for the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid is not available yet, but we expect production to start in September 2019. This will provide a high level of versatility to an already capable crossover with lots of perks. Infotainment and Connectivity Even base models come with an 8. The former sports a 1. The Kona is a stylish and refined model with loads of available safety features and one of the best infotainment systems in its class. After a recent reorganization, which saw the flagship Equus sedan spinning off and setting in motion a plan that would give birth to the separate soon afterwards, the is still on the path of grabbing a larger market share in the U.
It generates 235 ponies and 260 pound-feet of twist and allows the mid-size crossover to tow up to 3,500 pounds. Range, Charging, and Battery Life The good news is that the plug-in Ioniq charges quickly at a 240-volt outlet, requiring a bit more than two hours to restore full charge. The smaller Santa Fe also gets a more refined cabin than its predecessor. The smaller engine returns up to 26 mpg combined in front-wheel drive or up to 23 mpg combined in the all-wheel-drive setup. There will be a lease deal available as well. Our pick is the Ioniq hybrid, which is as affordable as it is thrifty.
You can expect a new charger and battery which makes it one of the best electric cars available on the market today. The all-new eighth-generation Hyundai Sonata is scheduled to arrive in Fall of 2019 as a 2020-year model. How will the 2020 Hyundai lineup fare in that regard? The Ioniq Electric receives significant powertrain updates for 2020. Most models, however, will be confined to a somewhat sluggish 2. We finally got more details about the upcoming 2020 Hyundai Ioniq. Features like the all-new 12.
Horsepower increases from 118 to 134 hp, a larger battery pack improves range from 124 to 170 miles, and a more powerful 7. Not only the battery, but the onboard charger is also upgraded. It will make the Ioniq look more standout in the evening. If pushed hard in corners, the body leans, but overall the car feels stable and competent in most every situation. What does this mean for the South Korean automaker going forward? The Ioniq bolsters it with a lifetime battery warranty for the original owner, which aims to curb concerns about expensive battery repairs. The dashboard also gets an update with a more horizontal them.
The Ioniq is also available as a plug-in hybrid with a 29-mile electric range and 52 mpg combined in hybrid mode, and a full-electric model with a 124-mile range. As a carryover, we expect the looks of the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid to remain unchanged, as they have since its debut. All in all, the new Ioniq is worth to wait, especially because of its new upgrades and updates. . Every Ioniq comes standard with a bevy of , while upper trim levels include even more active-safety equipment such as an ability to detect pedestrians in the car's path. Transmission choices been completely overhauled for 2020 which is a welcome move. Considering how competition in the segment is becoming increasingly tougher by the day, the intermediate sedan also offers a number of new features at no extra cost.
Enter the Hyundai Veloster N — the performance version of the compact 3-door kammback. The only other option is now a 7-speed dual-clutch which migrated from the Eco to the Sport trim. The only other choice is a fuel-efficient 1. But, we can now be sure that there will be some promising changes to the new car. The is more pleasant to drive, the can be equipped with all-wheel drive, and the costs less. Still, any change is welcome after three years on the market — especially considering its main rival, the segment-defining and award-winning Toyota Prius, has been given an extensive overhaul as well. Shift timing isn't perfect in Eco mode; the transmission pauses too long to downshift when you want to accelerate.
The Ioniq comes in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric forms, with the latter in for a considerable bump in overall range. We'd skip the Ioniq plug-in hybrid, as its weak 60-hp electric motor means the gas engine often fires up to keep pace with city traffic, even when the battery is fully charged. The remainder of the Tucson lineup uses a slightly more powerful 2. For instance, there will be a fresh grille with angular inserts. The hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models also receive a refreshed exterior and interior design for 2020, with the standard infotainment screen growing from 7. This update will make the 2020 Ioniq look less like a hybrid car. Regardless of the engine of choice, fuel consumption remains largely unchanged.
Both are paired with a modern eight-speed automatic transmission. You can blame the larger battery pack for the deficit, but it shouldn't be a deal breaker. The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq now sports a new mesh grille flanked by new headlights and updated fog lights. With sales gaining momentum, the redesign is supposed to establish the nameplate as one of the major players on the market. Interior cubby storage lags behind competitors, but Hyundai has employed some clever tricks to maximize what space is available. The compact car has recently undergone a mid-cycle facelift, but much like the aforementioned Tucson, dates back to the late 2015.