With a more simple approach, the car is built to comfort the occupiers and the driver likewise

Whenever you are out there looking for a family car there are a lot of choices. SUVs are more preferred but sedans are also a good choice. A family person mostly looks for a roomy vehicle with fewer complications and practicality at its best. Hyundai i40 is one of such vehicles that fulfill many such requirements. This is a handsome-looking car with nice cuts to enhance the exterior and give details. Once in the cabin, the very obvious aspect is simplicity. But this does not mean the car cannot comply with existing trends. The buyer is offered many standard features and there is a user-friendly technology.

There are diesel Hyundai i40 engines to power up this vehicle and these engines are quite nice for the town as well as highway driving. Although there is no petrol engine which might disturb many. But diesel engines are economical and with present technology, these are made noiseless and refined to the extent that one can easily mistake them for petrol engines. These two engines are tuned to perform at their best in town as well as on faster journeys.

Next comes the handling which is also a good scenario here. But some flaws keep the vehicle behind in the market when it comes to sales. You see less of this vehicle on the road. If some improvements can be made in the future the vehicle can be a good competition.

The problem is that the production of the automobile these days has advanced to a large extent. So to keep a car in the market for a longer period the advanced features have to jump in.

There are two diesel engines offered

Hyundai i40 is in the market with two diesel engines. The choice is simple as there are two versions of the same 1.7-liter engine. One is a 113 bhp and the other is a 139 bhp. Both the engines have separate qualities and fit the purpose these were built for.

The 113 bhp engine is best when you are in town as there is more power in the low revs. The engine responds well to instant stops and starts. Even this low-powered engine has a strict economy check and it is harmless for the environment.

The second engine which is 139 bhp is a good choice when you travel more on the highway. This engine has more punch and there is good speed gain. Again the engine is economical with very less emissions like 110g/km. The engine proves to be responsive and gains speed smoothly.

These engines get the perfect set of fittings that work together to reduce fuel intake. There is less tire friction which certainly does its work well for fuel saving. The automatic engine starter generator is another addition that lowers fuel consumption. There is also a gear change indicator to tell the driver when there should be a gear change. Because many times due to our mishandling this factor increase fuel consumption.

This company does not have much experience in making diesel engines but the engines they have produced for i40 are still very refined. The 1.7-liter engine is quiet than others in the category. This is a big achievement by such a car maker that has not produced diesel engines much.

The best thing about these engines is that there is a good response at the press of the paddle. Whether it is the lower-powered engine or the other one, this trait does not change. Although the punch many other cars in the category has is missing, it still gives a comfortable and crisp ride in its capacity.

The ride is comfortable and decent

The car is tuned more towards the comfort side rather than being inclined to sporty character. The steering is precise but it does not work very fast. Still, there is enough to drive decently through turns. The car very well soaks up rough surfaces but the soft suspension does become annoying when there is a curved road ahead. Due to a large amount of body lean, the occupiers and the driver find it hard to adjust.

Apart from this, the vehicle has a light handling with precise moves and predictable landings. The driver is perfectly in control. There is a very good road grip which helps on the safe side as well.

In town, the ride is smoother. However, at higher speeds, the vehicle gets disturbed by even the smallest disturbances on road. This imbalance is not impressive at all and there has to be a solution to this issue.

The cabin provides all a family needs

Hyundai i40 has a cabin which is going to facilitate the families. The materials used are of moderate quality. There is a good room for the head, leg, and shoulders. The driver’s seat is well situated, it can also be adjusted to the desired position. Even the steering wheel can be adjusted accordingly. The boot space is also good and it can be increased by folding the rear seats.

Another area where this vehicle is going to win hearts is its technology side. Which is filled with a good amount. The equipment level advances as the trim level advances. The base trim provides air conditioning, heated door mirrors, Bluetooth and USB connectivity are standard. You can add more as desired from the options list.

The business trim adds an electrical driver’s seat that can be adjusted electrically, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry, and start.

The Premium trim which is the range-topper adds a lane departure warning, panoramic sunroof, and ventilated seats.

All the standard equipment is present at the base level. The vehicle is roomy, there is enough boot space, and a good appearance. The engines can carry the vehicle well. Plus there is a good amount of technology offered. What else a family car needs? Just a bit of upgrade and the vehicle can place itself among the popular rivals. Hyundai is a promising brand and it can certainly uplift its product with a bit harder work.