2018 Hyundai i40 Blue Drive SE Nav 1.7 CRDi from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Cheap to run upmarket family car
Faults:
Absolutely nothing at all.
General Comments:
Yes, I said upmarket. As others have said in other reviews, Hyundai have come a long way in recent years, and now rival the big players in the large family / executive sector.
No it isn't the most exciting car in the world to drive or even ride in, but it is a nice change and something a bit different. Not quite as nice as my old Accord admittedly.
Not a big fan of its looks, some say ugly at the front. But the side profile and rear are a pleasing shape.
Inside it is modern enough with all the electrics you would expect. Ride is quiet and smooth, which impressed me most. If I have any complaints it is that some featured and buttons are a bit dated. Go for an SE Nav model - lots of stuff to play with.
1.7 CRDi diesel engine is a good one, decent performance and anything between 50 - 60 mpg is possible with conservative driving styles.
In short, the i40 is well worth a look.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 20th May, 2024
5th Mar 2023, 21:50
The things I don't like about this model are the numb center steering wheel feeling on the road, the cheap suspension feeling - these shock absorbers also become very stiff in cold weather even at low miles, and finally the hard leather seats. Don't expect engaging handling.
Other than that, lots of leg room both from and rear, some panoramic roofs do explode without rea$$$on - better skip this option, BSD system is insanely expensive to fix and the radar units get off alignment easily, Hyundai AGM batteries don't last, Kumho tires are cheap and noisy, engine undertray large covers break easily and are uncivilized expensive.