Hyundai H1 Grand Starex: description, photo

Hyundai H 1 Grand Starex is a minivan that belongs to the "family car" segment. In terms of quality and technical characteristics, it will quite compete with world brands such as Mercedes, Volkswagen, etc. In European markets, the model is called Starex, but the domestic buyer is more known under the H1 index. Its huge advantage is fuel economy with a sufficiently powerful engine, and it should also be noted that it can be used both within the city limits and during trips over long distances.

A bit of history

For the first time, the Korean company introduced the Hyundai Grand Starex model back in 1996. It was separated into a separate production. A few years later in 2007, the continuation of this series appears. Although the manufacturer named it the second generation, but the result surpassed all expectations. The car turned out in all respects and characteristics completely new. It is worth noting that the design developed in 2007 is no longer modern, but it is still relevant, since the main accent of the exterior is made on the classics.

Some experts noticed minor copying elements after the debut. However, plagiarism was made so finely, and most importantly, to the extent that the Grand Starex (testimonials of car enthusiasts to confirm this) seemed quite original and unrepeatable.

Exterior features of the minivan

While developing the car, the manufacturer emphasized the rigor and restraint of the design. And it is worth noting that he did not lose. In front we can see a volumetric two-row bumper. On the sides in the lower part of the hole are installed for the fog. They are made in the form of a parallelepiped. The grille of the Grand Starex has a chrome finish, consisting of three levels. On the average there is a company logo. In shape, the lattice resembles a ladle, the sides of which diverge. Optics of the head light is quite large, somewhat elongated from the top down. The inside of the headlights is at an angle, which gives them the shape of a rectangular triangle with fuzzy lines. The hood is even, there are no ribs. In general, the look of the car Hyundai H 1 Grand Starex turned out to be courageous, dynamic and masculine laconic.

Side there are two doors: one for the driver and the front passenger, the second - for landing in the cabin. The back resembles a rectangle. Headlights are located on each side, stretched from top to bottom, narrow, but long enough. The door of the luggage compartment is also in rectangular shape, opens upwards.

Interior Features

Hyundai Grand Starex is designed for eleven seats, including the driver. The seats are arranged in three rows. Planting the car is quite high, so in order to get into the salon, you need to use the handle, which is specifically designed for these purposes. All the seats have good lateral support. On the second and third rows, you can fold the backs of the chair, resulting in a compact table with a compartment for the glasses. Finishing in the salon is of high quality, but also in a classical style. Some motorists claim that for such a price it would be possible to do something more extravagant.

Control systems

For drivers it will be interesting to know that the steering wheel is adjustable only in height, and on the flight settings are not provided. Although, according to many owners, this option is very lacking. All seats are equipped with comfortable armrests. Very comfortable and even necessary is the adjustment of the seats horizontally and vertically. This mechanism is configured only manually, there are no automatic functions.

Packages

For the domestic buyer provides three versions of the Grand Starex model. In the base, a standard set is proposed. These are airbags, ABS and EBD systems, alloy wheels. Top filling is somewhat more interesting. Here you can get a two-tone body painting, a sliding mechanism for the rear windows, as well as an ESP stabilization complex and leather trim.

Prices of Grand Starex

The price policy is formed to a greater extent on technical indicators. For example, the basic equipment with a power unit of 2.5 liters. Will cost 1.4 million rubles. The power of such a car is 116 "horses". The engine is paired with a manual transmission for 6 gears.

But the bundling Dynamic in terms of cost will be somewhat more expensive, about 150 thousand rubles. For this money, the owner will receive an engine capacity of 170 liters. With a volume of 2.5 liters., An automatic machine for five stages and many more options provided by the manufacturer of the Grand Starex.