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New car diary for Hyundai

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 5 - N

Released: Mar 2024

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N didn’t make it here in January, but will land this month rocking a 448kW/770Nm dual-motor powertrain and a full array of go-fast bits including rear eLSD, drift mode, boost mode, special tyres, a reinforced chassis, 400mm brakes, and race-car-style interior.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 5

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Sedan N

Released: Feb 2024

Follows hot on the heels of i30 hybrid sedan and months ahead of the new gen’ i30 hatch. Rocks the same 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol four as before, gains more standard kit, revamped dynamics and tech, radical new looks and available with six-speed manual or eight speed DCT.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Sedan Hybrid

Released: Jan 2024

Readily available economical i30 Sedan Hybrid is drive-away priced to target the Toyota Corolla. Features a 1.6-litre petrol-electric hybrid driveline driving the front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission, it is good for 104kW/147Nm and claimed average of 3.9 litres per 100km.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 5 - N

Released: Jan 2024

A maybe for this month is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. Eager punters are lining up for the 448kW/770Nm dual-motor BEV with Nurburgring validation. It scores a full array of go-fast bits including rear eLSD, drift mode, boost mode, special tyres, reinforced chassis, 400mm brakes, and race-car style interior.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 5

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 5

Released: Dec 2023

A lower priced Ioniq 5 is now in its customer delivery phase, bringing an upgraded range for an improved price. The variant features a 58kWh battery pack and 125kW rear motor delivering 384km range. It neatly undercuts the most-affordable Tesla Model Y with solid tax benefits

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 5

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 6

Released: Dec 2023

Hyundai’s recently arrived and subsequently upgraded Ioniq 6 now includes a cheaper entry model with tax benefits. It has a smaller capacity battery, less standard equipment, and lower powered motor on the rear axle. Other variants score powertrain, battery and tech upgrades.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 6

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona - Hybrid

Released: Dec 2023

Three Kona petrol-electric HEV variants join petrol-only models with a battery electric (BEV) coming soon. Powered by a 104kW/265Nm petrol-electric combo driving the front wheels through a six-speed dual-clutch transmission, the HEV returns a claimed 3.9L/100km.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata

Released: Nov 2023

Mid-size Sonata arrives higher priced with “futuristically sculpted styling” adding a suite of new tech and updated interior. Features include a 213kW/422Nm 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol and eight-speed dual clutch transmission driving the front wheels. Bluelink connectivity standard.

read more about the Hyundai Sonata

Make: Hyundai

Model: Palisade

Released: Nov 2023

Top tier Palisade Calligraphy scores familiar 3.8-litre V6 petrol FWD and 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel AWD powertrain choices with extensive tech and luxury kit. Only available with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

read more about the Hyundai Palisade

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Sedan

Released: Nov 2023

Hyundai’s 2024 i30 Sedan range features a revised line-up adding a petrol-electric driveline for the first time in addition to refreshed styling and additional connectivity features. All variants of the more expensive line up now have automatic transmission.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 5

Released: Oct 2023

Revised BEV model line-up with cheaper entry model arrives from $64,500 plus on-road costs. The new standard range variant has 58kWh battery pack and 125kW rear motor delivering a 384km range. Model-wide upgrades and spec’ changes include a dual-motor, AWD option.

 

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 5

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona - Hybrid

Released: Oct 2023

The Kona hybrids use a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine teamed with an electric motor, integrated six-speed DCT, and 1.3kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Combined output is 104kW and official combined fuel consumption 3.9L/100km. The Kona BEV follows in November.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona

Released: Aug 2023

Hyundai’s keenly anticipated and better-equipped small SUV arrives with petrol power and new styling, as well as a significant uptick in price over the outgoing range. All-electric models will arrive later this year.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona

Released: Jun 2023

Second-generation Kona will run petrol (initially), hybrid and BEV powertrains. Larger and with a longer wheelbase yields greater interior room. Robocop frontal styling like Staria, fully connected.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 6

Released: Apr 2023

 

Ioniq 6 is Hyundai’s second Ioniq model and is priced from $74,000 + ORC. The streamlined model range, delayed from last month, will rival the highly popular – and less expensive – Tesla Model 3 with a choice of three variants offering up to 239kW of power, 614km of driving range, and the availability of two- or all-wheel drive. Purchase is available online.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 6

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 6

Released: Mar 2023

Priced from $74,000 + ORC, the sleek Ioniq 6 electric sedan range will rival the highly popular – and less expensive – Tesla Model 3 with a choice of three variants offering up to 239kW of power, 614km of driving range, and the availability of two- or all-wheel drive. Sold online only.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 6

Make: Hyundai

Model: Staria - Load Premium

Released: Mar 2023

Packed with additional standard features and priced from $51,240+ ORC, the Staria Load Premium, is designed to enhance the commercial model’s safety, style and convenience. Safest van available says Hyundai, and ANCAP agrees.

read more about the Hyundai Staria

Make: Hyundai

Model: Venue - range

Released: Jan 2023

Minor specification upgrades to Hyundai’s popular tiddler-size SUV. No comment from Hyundai at the time of writing, suffice to say changes will probably focus on additional infotainment features inside. Currently priced from $21,740 + ORC.  

read more about the Hyundai Venue

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe - Hybrid

Released: Dec 2022

Last of the fourth-generation large SUV with electric assist to a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine with AWD through a six speed auto. Combined output is 169kW/350Nm with 6.0L/100km claimed combined economy. Two high-grade versions priced from $63,000 + ORC.

read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: IONIQ - 5

Released: Nov 2022

Now a three-variant EV range priced from $72,000 + ORC that gains more kit, more tech, more power, longer range and longer service intervals. Hopefully availability improvements too?

read more about the Hyundai IONIQ

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - N Drive N

Released: Nov 2022

From $53,200 + ORC, the Drive N is a style-led special edition of the i30 N Premium – in manual and auto – with special wheels, interior upgrades, specific badging and unique colours..

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 5

Released: Aug 2022

Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD Techniq has constrained availability with a further 120 units filtering through in August. The striking pure EV goes for $77,900 +ORC, less for FWD version.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 5

Make: Hyundai

Model: Palisade

Released: Jul 2022

Jumping the gun here a touch but the safer, smarter and more luxurious revised Hyundai Palisade with the biggest grille in the world arrives August 1.

read more about the Hyundai Palisade

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe

Released: Mar 2022

Hyundai’s seven-seat Santa Fe SUV has been upgraded for 2022, with the revised range receiving extensive safety, comfort and convenience upgrades – as well as modest price increases.

read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona - N

Released: Dec 2021

Not many manufacturers have achieved success with performance-oriented small SUVs, but Hyundai’s N Division is feeling bullish about the prospects of this sibling to the i20 N and i30 N.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Ioniq 5

Released: Nov 2021

One of the most highly anticipated launches of the year, Hyundai’s EV-only sub-brand debuts in Australia with the retro-futuristic, hi-tech 5 medium SUV.

read more about the Hyundai Ioniq 5

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona - N

Released: Nov 2021

The first Hyundai SUV to bear the full-fat N performance package is the little Kona, sharing much of the updated i30 N’s driveline – including front-drive layout.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: i20 - N

Released: Oct 2021

Priced from $32,490 plus on-road costs, the new Hyundai i20 N is gunning for the soon to be updated Ford Fiesta ST and aging Volkswagen Polo GTI.

read more about the Hyundai i20

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Sedan N

Released: Oct 2021

Riding on a newer platform and with a few more tricks up its sleeve, the Hyundai i30 Sedan N is looking to lift the bar even higher than its updated hatch cousin already has.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Staria

Released: Sep 2021

Hyundai is finally replacing its age-old iMax people mover, specifically with the Staria.

read more about the Hyundai Staria

Make: Hyundai

Model: Staria

Released: Aug 2021

Finally, a real rival for Kia’s segment-dominating Carnival people mover: Hyundai’s bigger, bolder Staria, which also spawns a cargo van.

read more about the Hyundai Staria

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - N

Released: Jun 2021

Arriving with more power and a new look, Hyundai has finally added an automatic transmission (dual-clutch) to its i30 N hot hatch.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Tucson

Released: Apr 2021

The new Hyundai Tucson is bigger, smarter and more stylish then its predecessor and will be available in a sportier N-Line guise.

read more about the Hyundai Tucson

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona - Electric

Released: Apr 2021

Sporting a new look and offering up an extra 35km of range, the new Hyundai Kona Electric follows hot on the heels of its petrol-powered counterparts.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: i20 - N

Released: Apr 2021

The new i20 N will be the only i20 variant offered in AUstralia when it arrives this month chomping at the bit to have a crack at the Ford Fiesta ST and Volkswagen Polo GTI.

read more about the Hyundai i20

Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata - N-Line

Released: Mar 2021

The hottest Hyundai Sonata to date has arrived Down Under with the new 213kW/422Nm N-Line checking in from $50,990 plus on-roads.

read more about the Hyundai Sonata

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona

Released: Feb 2021

The Kona has quickly become one of Hyundai’s most popular models with the MY21 version being bigger, more stylish, more economical and more powerful.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Palisade

Released: Dec 2020

The Palisade is Hyundai's biggest SUV and arrives Down Under this month in both seven- and eight-seat configurations.

read more about the Hyundai Palisade

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe

Released: Nov 2020

Matching the elated Kia Sorento, the Hyundai Santa Fe is being treated to heap of visual, equipment and mechanical upgrades with a new hybrid version due next year.

read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Sedan

Released: Nov 2020

The new Hyundai i30 Sedan range kicks off from $24,790 (plus on-roads), making it marginally more affordable than the equivalent hatch.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30

Released: Nov 2020

Hyundai's ever-popular i30 hatch gets a new face and more safety kit for 2021 but loses the last of its diesel powertrains.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: IONIQ

Released: Nov 2019

The Ioniq family of electric vehicles has only been on sale Down Under for a year, but that has not stopped Hyundai from bringing its mid-life facelift to market, with all three powertrain options retained.

read more about the Hyundai IONIQ

Make: Hyundai

Model: Veloster

Released: Sep 2019

Hyundai’s unusual Veloster sportscar will return for round two when its second-generation model launches. However, performance enthusiasts shouldn’t get their hopes up as the full-fat N version is not expected to make it to Australia.

read more about the Hyundai Veloster

Make: Hyundai

Model: Venue

Released: Sep 2019

With the Accent light car on the way out, Hyundai will have a new entry-level model in Australia, the Venue small SUV. Rocking bold exterior styling, it will look to make a splash in one of the most competitive – and fastest-growing – segments.

read more about the Hyundai Venue

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - N Fastback

Released: Mar 2019

Hyundai is set to add a second body style to its hot i30 N range with the Fastback five-door sedan that features the same 202kW/353Nm 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and six-speed manual transmission as its hatch counterpart.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona - Electric

Released: Mar 2019

Based on the Kona crossover, the emissions-free Kona Electric is Australia’s first battery-powered small SUV and is set to arrive Down Under sometime in the first half of 2019.

read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: Tucson

Released: Aug 2018

Hyundai's best selling SUV, the Tucson, will be updated with i30-inspired styling and technology when it goes on sale in August.

read more about the Hyundai Tucson

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - N

Released: Apr 2018

Hyundai Australia will exclusively offer the most powerful version of its i30 N, with the South Korean hot hatch coming in at $39,990 before on-road costs.

read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: IONIQ

Released: Nov 2018

Hyundai’s Ioniq will come to Australia in all three electrified variants; a standard hybrid, plug-in and all-electric.

read more about the Hyundai IONIQ

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe

Released: Jul 2018

The fourth-generation Santa Fe large SUV has picked up a fresh design inside and out, improved ride and handling and more active safety technology. The South Korean seven-seater is larger than its predecessor, though it carries over its 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel and 3.3-litre V6 petrol powertrain options.

read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata

Released: Oct 2017

Hyundai will give its Sonata mid-sizer a facelift, which includes a fresh nose, upgraded interior and a new eight-speed automatic transmission. The rear-end sees 'Sonata' spelt out across the breadth of the bootlid.
read more about the Hyundai Sonata

Make: Hyundai

Model: Kona

Released: Oct 2017

Hyundai will finally enter the hotly contested small-size SUV segment when its debuts the Kona as a competitor for the Mazda CX-3. A split-level headlight cluster and large hexagonal grille dominate the edgy front fascia.
read more about the Hyundai Kona

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30

Released: May 2017

Entering its third-generation, the Hyundai i30 levels up with a new look and punchier engine options. Infotainment and driver assistant tech ensure the small hatch stays on the sales forefront.
read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: IONIQ

Released: Sep 2016

Hyundai will release an all-new trio of petrol-electric hybrids in the third quarter 2016. It will pair a 1.6-litre petrol engine with an electric motor that can put out 32kW/170 Nm on its own.
read more about the Hyundai IONIQ

Make: Hyundai

Model: Elantra

Released: Feb 2016

Hyundai's updated version of its Elantra small car is set to arrive Down Under in February. The new version will have an updated engine, as well as a sporty version that will use the 1.6-litre turbo engine used in the Veloster SR Turbo.
read more about the Hyundai Elantra

Make: Hyundai

Model: Tucson

Released: Jul 2015

Hyundai have resurrected the Tucson nameplate to replace the outgoing but popular ix35 mid-sized SUV. The Tucson will be offered in four different variants, and employs both petrol and diesel engines.
read more about the Hyundai Tucson

Make: Hyundai

Model: i40

Released: Jun 2015

The slightly restyled i40 will wear a Veloster-like front grille as well as receiving a new double-clutch transmission, more powerful diesel engine and increased safety features.
read more about the Hyundai i40

Make: Hyundai

Model: Veloster

Released: May 2015

Hyundai's polarising Veloster is set to receive an update to its styling, possibly getting Hyundai's new hexagonal grille seen on the upcoming Sonata, and updated technology throughout.
read more about the Hyundai Veloster

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30

Released: Apr 2015

The second generation of the extremely popular Hyundai i30 lands in Australia in April. The makeover brought more equipment, technological advances and cleaner engines.
read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata

Released: Feb 2015

After a few delays, the Sonata nameplate will return to Australia to compete in the mid-size sedan segment. Selling alongside the smaller i40 range, the Sonata will remain a sedan and petrol-only model.
read more about the Hyundai Sonata

Make: Hyundai

Model: Genesis

Released: Nov 2014

Hyundai’s entrant into the luxury sedan market arrives to compete against the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the high-end sedan segment. Time will tell if the second-generation Genesis has what it takes to take the top spot in a small, but growing market.
read more about the Hyundai Genesis

Make: Hyundai

Model: Genesis - Sedan

Released: Nov 2014

Hyundai will enter the luxury segment in Australia for the first time with its Genesis sedan set to kick off from about $50,000 and battle established rivals including the Lexus IS, Infiniti Q50, BMW 3 Series and Holden Caprice. The 5 Series-sized sedan will be powered by a 248kW/400Nm 3.8-litre V6 engine, with Australia missing out on the 313kW/520Nm V8 earmarked for the US.
read more about the Hyundai Genesis

Make: Hyundai

Model: ix35

Released: Dec 2013

Unveiled at the 2013 Geneva motor show in March, Hyundai’s heavily upgraded ix35 brings the promise of improved ride and handling for Australia, and, potentially, more power and economy with an all-new 2.0-litre ‘Nu’ four-cylinder petrol engine set to replace the ‘Theta II’ version in the current model. Diesel engine improvements are also in the mix, plus a new ‘flex steer’ system tweaked (along with the suspension) specifically for our market.
read more about the Hyundai ix35

Make: Hyundai

Model: Accent - SR

Released: Dec 2013

Australia is on track to become the world’s first market to offer a sporty SR version of the Accent, following its 2012 preview at the Sydney motor show. Joining the larger i30 SR, which launched in August 2013, the Accent has had significant local input and will offer performance and dynamic improvements over the regular range. Expect pricing around $21K and power around the 100kW mark.
read more about the Hyundai Accent

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Tourer

Released: Feb 2013

Korean carmaker Hyundai will re-introduce the wagon version of its i30 small car after initially ruling it out. The load lugger will be sourced from Hyundai’s Czech plant and will be available in two specifications – entry-level Active and mid-spec Elite. Both versions will be available with either petrol or diesel powertrains in manual or auto guise and come at a $2000 premium over their hatch siblings.
read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe

Released: Sep 2012

The next generation Hyundai Santa Fe is due in local showrooms in late 2012, but Australian buyers may miss out on the long wheelbase version, which is slated for left-hand drive markets only. The Korean car-maker is promising better fuel efficiency and a lower kerb weight.
read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: Veloster - Turbo

Released: Aug 2012

Hyundai is poised to add heat to its quirky Veloster coupe with the addition of a 155kW/265Nm Turbo version, priced around $35k and pitched against rivals like the Toyota 86, Honda CR-Z and Volkswagen Golf GTI.
read more about the Hyundai Veloster

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30

Released: Jun 2012

A second-generation of Hyundai's i30 hatch range will have an upmarket looking cabin and more distinctive and aggressive look than its predecessor, in line with the brand's Fluidic Sculpture design philosophy. A choice of low-emissions four-cylinder 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre petrol and diesel engines will be offered.
read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Veloster

Released: Feb 2012

Hyundai's Veloster show car has morphed from concept to reality and, will go on sale as a belated replacement for the Tiburon coupe. Smaller than its predecessor, the front-wheel drive Veloster will have a unique asymmetrical three-door configuration and come with Hyundai’s latest 1.6-litre GDI direct-injection four-cylinder petrol engine.
read more about the Hyundai Veloster

Make: Hyundai

Model: Accent

Released: Jan 2012

Hyundai will release its first diesel light-car and what it bills as Australia’s most affordable oil-burner in the form of the Accent CRDi. Its 1.6-litre engine delivers 94kW and 265Nm of torque while consuming just 4.4L/100km of fuel.
read more about the Hyundai Accent

Make: Hyundai

Model: i40

Released: Nov 2011

Hyundai's stylish and sporty alternative to the Mazda6 wagon could be priced a little above the slightly larger i45 with which it shares a platform and drivetrain components.
read more about the Hyundai i40

Make: Hyundai

Model: Accent

Released: Aug 2011

Featuring the ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language that debuted with the ix35 SUV and i45 mid-size sedan, the Accent sedan will form a more upmarket sibling to Hyundai's i20 hatch in the light-car segment. Hyundai pulled a surprise at AIMS by announcing a hatch variant would sell alongside the sedan model as well.
read more about the Hyundai Accent

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe

Released: Jun 2011

Hyundai’s mid-sized SUV gets two-wheel drive and petrol options, lowering the starting price of the range to $36,990. The drivetrain/engine combination is available in three all-auto specification grades. All are powered by a new 204kW, 3.5-litre V6 petrol.
read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: Elantra

Released: Jun 2011

Hyundai’s new Elantra small sedan will go on sale here in the third quarter of 2011, with styling based on the larger i45 sedan's fresh ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language. Also expect a new 1.6-litre direct-injection petrol four, with six-speed transmissions.
read more about the Hyundai Elantra

Make: Hyundai

Model: i20

Released: Jul 2010

Hyundai launched its all-new i20 light hatch at the 2008 Paris show, which replaces the Getz in Europe but will run alongside it here to help tackle the Toyota Yaris and Mazda2. Built in India, Hyundai is confident the i20 will achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating. Expect a range of petrol and diesel engines.
read more about the Hyundai i20

Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata

Released: May 2010

Hyundai’s new generation YF Sonata (a nameplate it won't wear in Australia) is expected here by mid-2010. HMC’s biggest-selling car in South Korea - but one which struggles in Australia against the Toyota Camry and Mazda6 - will be powered by a new 150kW 2.4 Theta II GDI engine.
read more about the Hyundai Sonata

Make: Hyundai

Model: ix35

Released: Feb 2010

Hyundai’s German-designed ix35 range will be positioned higher than the Tucson when launched in early 2010. The front-drive version is expected to be powered by a 115kW 2.0-litre petrol engine. The all-wheel drive ix35 is powered by a 2.4-litre petrol four, with the option of a 135kW 2.0-litre R-series turbo-diesel.
read more about the Hyundai ix35

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30 - Wagon

Released: Mar 2009

Hyundai's new i30 small/medium car range will grow further when a five-door wagon becomes the third bodystyle in the range in early 2009. Expect the Corolla and Lancer wagon rival to offer standard stability control, sharp pricing and crisp styling. It could be dubbed the i30 CW here, as in Europe.
read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Grandeur

Released: Oct 2008

Hyundai Australia has given its struggling Grandeur large car a minor upgrade and also added a new turbo-diesel engine to the range. Joining the 3.8-litre petrol V6, the 2.2-litre turbo-diesel delivers 114kW/343Nm and is mated to a five-speed automatic. Fuel consumption is rated at 7.9L/100km.
read more about the Hyundai Grandeur

Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata

Released: Jun 2008

Hyundai hopes to shake up the medium-sized sedan segment with a revised Sonata range due mid-year. Featuring fresh exterior and interior styling updates, the range will include a new 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine generating 110kW and 305Nm and achieving fuel economy of 6.0L/100km.
read more about the Hyundai Sonata

Make: Hyundai

Model: i30

Released: May 2008

Hyundai will introduce a four-speed automatic transmission to its popular i30 diesel range by May 2008. The 1.6-litre turbo-diesel engine generates 85kW and 255Nm while achieving a fuel economy figure of 6.0L/100km. The diesel-auto i30 was revealed at the Melbourne motor show in March.
read more about the Hyundai i30

Make: Hyundai

Model: Accent - SR Turbo

Released: Dec 2007

Hyundai's third-generation Accent will morph into a three-door turbocharged hot-hatch modelled on the Accent SR concept in 2007. Expect a tasty bodykit, a tweaked chassis, a technology like the South Korean car giant's new motor driven power steering (MDPS) system and stability control.
read more about the Hyundai Accent

Make: Hyundai

Model: Elantra - Hatch

Released: Oct 2007

Hyundai's new US-oriented HD Elantra sedan, launched here in October 2006, will morph into a five-foor hatch codenamed FD in October. The German-designed model will be named i30 in Europe and possibly Australia, and will bring cool styling from the 2006 Paris show's Arnejs concept.
read more about the Hyundai Elantra

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe - 3.3 V6

Released: Aug 2007

Hyundai will add a third engine option to the Santa Fe range in the shape of a 173kW/304Nm 3.3-litre petrol V6 - the same that powers the Sonata sedan. Expected to drive through a five-speed automatic, the V6 Santa Fe is due on sale Down Under in August.
read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: Tiburon

Released: Mar 2007

A midlife facelift for Hyundai's Tiburon coupe is expected on sale in Australia in early 2007. Featuring "a subtle redesign of the front and rear with an emphasis on new optical elements", it's the first update for Tiburon since its global release in September 2001 and its Australian launch in March 2002.
read more about the Hyundai Tiburon

Make: Hyundai

Model: Santa Fe - CRDi

Released: Oct 2006

Hyundai's stylish new Sante Fe range will be bolstered by a turbo-diesel vaiant from October. The 2.2-litre CRDi is a common-rail four-cylinder unit offering 335Nm of torque between 1800rpm and 2500rpm, and 110kW of power at 4000rpm, driving through a five-speed automatic gearbox.
read more about the Hyundai Santa Fe

Make: Hyundai

Model: Elantra - Sedan

Released: Oct 2006

Hyundai's fourth-generation Elantra sedan is available from October in four grades priced from $19,990. The Korean car-maker says it's the nation’s second most affordable five-seat model to be available with stability control – after its own Getz 1.6 hatch with the ESP-containing Protectz Pack.
read more about the Hyundai Elantra

Make: Hyundai

Model: Neos-II

Released: Oct 2005

Hyundai unveiled a micro crossover concept at the 2003 Tokyo motor show called Neos-II. The four-seater Neos-II would be positioned as a Terios-sized light off-roader below the compact Santa Fe and medium Terracan SUVs – and it could be on sale here in 2005 after debuting globally about September 2004.
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Make: Hyundai

Model: Tiburon - convertible

Released: Jun 2005

Based on the Hyundai Tiburon coupe, this prototype adds an electric glass-roof developed by Karmann that transforms itself from cabriolet to targa and then to a coupe. Hyundai says public response will determine if the vehicle is produced, but word is a Tiburon convertible could be on sale here in 2005.
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Make: Hyundai

Model: Sonata

Released: Dec 2004

An all-new Sonata sedan is due to be released by Hyundai in late 2004, featuring the existing 2.7-litre V6 and a new 2.4-litre four-cylinder. The latter is the first in a new series of "Theta" alloy engines - which also includes 1.8 and 2.0-litre varieties - that will also go into Mitsubishi and Chrysler cars.
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