Hyundai Mistra

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Hyundai Mistra
Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

The Hyundai Mistra (Chinese: 现代名图; pinyin: Xiàndài Míngtú) is a mid-size sedan manufactured by Hyundai through the Beijing Hyundai joint venture in China.[1] It slots between the Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Sonata in Hyundai's Chinese vehicle line-up.[2] The first generation was produced between 2013 and 2020 with a facelift launched in 2017, while the second generation was unveiled in 2020, with an electric version also available with a range of 520 km.[3]

First generation (CF; 2013)

First generation (CF)
Overview
Production2013–2020
Model years2014–2020
AssemblyChina: Beijing (Beijing Hyundai)
Body and chassis
RelatedHyundai Sonata
Kia K4
Powertrain
Engine
Curb weight
1,435–1,481 kg (3,164–3,265 lb)
Rear view

The Mistra was first teased as a concept vehicle at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show and was launched as a production model in the end of 2013, as a model of 2014.[4] It was developed with the Chinese market in mind but may be produced for other markets in the near future.

The Mistra was conceived as a premium compact vehicle, a popular and growing niche within the Chinese automobile market which typically includes, a longer wheelbase, extended rear legroom, higher quality interior trim, and luxury features usually not available on compact vehicles. Included amongst the features of the Mistra are real wood trim and metal trim, an LCD instrument display and leather interior.

Engines

The Mistra is available with two variants of the Hyundai Nu engine. A 1.8-litre variant producing 143 horsepower, and a 2.0-litre version producing 155 horsepower.

2017 facelift

2017 facelift Hyundai Mistra in China

The first generation Hyundai Mistra received a facelift that debuted in April 2017 on the Shanghai Auto Show,[5] and was available to the market in May 2017. The updated exterior styling features a redesigned front end with updated headlamps, front bumper, and grilles and a restyled rear bumper in the rear. The updated interior features an 8-inch touch screen equipped with Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife for the infotainment system.[6]

Second generation (DU2; 2020)

Second generation (DU2)
Platform
Hyundai-Kia N3
RelatedHyundai Sonata (DN8)
Powertrain
Engine
Curb weight
1,305–1,392 kg (2,877–3,069 lb) (Petrol)
1,610 kg (3,549 lb) (EV)

The second generation Mistra was first unveiled at the 2020 Guangzhou Auto Show[7] and was planned to be available on the market in 2021. It was developed exclusively for the Chinese market.

Engines

The second generation Mistra is available with two engines. A 1.8-litre variant producing 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) mated to a CVT, and a 1.5-litre turbo version producing 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) mated to a 7-speed DCT.[8]

Gallery

  • Second generation Hyundai Mistra in China
    Second generation Hyundai Mistra in China
  • Second generation Hyundai Mistra EV in China
    Second generation Hyundai Mistra EV in China
  • Second generation Hyundai Mistra EV in China
    Second generation Hyundai Mistra EV in China

References

  1. ^ "Newsroom | Company - Hyundai Worldwide".
  2. ^ Lowney, Damon. "China, meet Hyundai's new Mistra sedan".
  3. ^ "续航520公里 全新现代名图纯电版谍照". autohome.
  4. ^ "Hyundai Mistra concept debuts at China auto show". autoweek.com. 21 April 2013.
  5. ^ "Facelift For The Hyundai Mistra In China". carnewschina.com. 12 January 2017.
  6. ^ "Facelifted Hyundai Mistra Launched On The Chinese Car Market". carnewschina.com. 5 May 2017.
  7. ^ "新名图等 北京现代公布广州车展阵容". autohome.
  8. ^ "全新现代名图将于2021年上半年上市". autohome.

External links

  • [1] - Official Website