The 2012 Hyundai i40 Tourer isn’t as sexy as Hyundai would have you believe, but it’s a comfortable, well-equipped estate that gets most things right. It’s affordable, equipped with plenty of cutting-edge technology, and satisfying to drive. The i40's styling was performed by Hyundai's European design center in Germany, and takes cues from the fluidic sculpture theme that can be seen in the Tucson and the i-Flow concept. The fluidic sculpture design DNA is recognizable by flowing lines inspired by nature which combine to create a dynamic exterior. Advanced lighting innovations, such as standard day-time running lights with Xenon headlamps (optional) or a TFT LCD supervision instrument cluster, will further strengthen the i40′s position as the lead model in Hyundai’s line-up and the European D-segment.
2012 Hyundai i40 Tourer all engines are tuned for strong torque delivery extended across a wide engine-speed range, making the i40 an enjoyable car to drive around town or on the motorway. Manual and automatic transmissions will also be offered. In a segment where diesel models represent 77% of total sales, Hyundai is anticipating that the ‘high-power’ version of the 1.7-litre diesel unit developing 136PS will be the most popular engine among both private and fleet buyers. This engine’s high torque output (325 Nm from just 2,000 rpm) will ensure a responsive drive with acceleration to 62mph in just 10.6 seconds for the manual model and a brisk 12.0 seconds with automatic.
High-tech features include smart-parking assist and lane-keeping assist systems, as well as connectivity items like Bluetooth with voice recognition and full map navigation with rear view camera. In terms of comfort and convenience, the 2012 Hyundai i40 Tourer will be available with an electric parking brake, front air ventilation seats, heated and reclining rear seats, as well as new features for the segment like auto-defog system, and a heated steering wheel. The Hyundai i40 uses the latest active and passive safety technologies to ensure maximum protection for its occupants. Active safety features, fitted as standard in several countries, include ESP, ABS, Hill Start Assist Control, VSM, Brake Assist System and Emergency Stop Signal. In terms of passive safety, every i40 on the road in Europe will be fitted with up to nine airbags front, side and curtain, with driver knee airbag available as standard on all models.
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