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Hawtai Terracan 2.4 (125 Hp)
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Hawtai Terracan:
The Hyundai Terracan is a mid-size SUV produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai Motor Company from 2001 to 2007. It was kept in production in China, by Hawtai Motor Group, until 2011.
The design of the Hyundai Terracan was originally previewed by the Hyundai Highland concept and featured a chassis derived from the second generation Mitsubishi Pajero. It was powered by one of three engines: a 2. 9 liter diesel inline-four Hyundai J engine, a 2. 5 liter diesel inline-four licensed from Mitsubishi , and a 3. 5 liter petrol V6 Hyundai Sigma engine. The car's name derives from Tarascan, a Mesoamerican empire state located in west central Mexico. The Terracan was replaced by the Hyundai Veracruz....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Terracan Overview:
Hawtai Terracan (Terracan). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2505 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hawtai Terracan generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features are basic, including only ABS, which was common for budget SUVs from this region and era.
2.4 (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is severely limited by the heavy kerb weight (2505 kg) combined with only 125 Hp. Acceleration will be sluggish, especially with a full load, making highway overtaking challenging.
Fuel Economy
Given the vehicle's substantial weight and the relatively modest power output of the 2.4L petrol engine, fuel economy is expected to be poor, particularly in urban driving or under load.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk capacity (1060 l)
- • Potential for low purchase price
- • Basic off-road capability with 4x4 option
- • Robust body-on-frame construction (common for such SUVs)
Cons:
- • Severely underpowered 2.4L engine for its heavy kerb weight
- • Poor fuel economy expected
- • Outdated Euro 4 emission standard for 2014
- • Basic safety features (ABS only)
- • Uncertain long-term reliability and parts availability
- • Lack of modern comfort and tech features
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hawtai |
| Model: | Terracan |
| Generation: | Terracan |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5250 rpm. |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4G69 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 20 kg/Hp, 49.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 12.5 kg/Nm, 79.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2505 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1060 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4710 mm mm |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 255/65 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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