Hyundai Celesta Station Wagon 1.6i (123 Hp) Automatic


Overall Rating

7.9 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.0 / 5
Value 4.2 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.8 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Hyundai Celesta:

The Hyundai Celesta is a compact car produced by the Beijing Hyundai joint venture since 2017 to 2023, replacing the extended production of the Hyundai Elantra Yuedong.
Unveiled on the 2016 Guangzhou Auto Show, the Celesta is essentially a restyled and updated Hyundai Elantra Yuedong. Production of the fourth generation Hyundai Elantra in South Korea ended in 2010, but production was carried on in China by the Beijing Hyundai joint venture. The Celesta would be sold alongside its predecessor, the Hyundai Elantra Yuedong, and sit slightly higher in the market....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Station Wagon Overview:

Hyundai Celesta (Station Wagon). With 151 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1207 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.6i (123 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers relaxed driving with the automatic transmission, but performance is modest and can feel strained under heavy load, especially at higher speeds.

Fuel Economy

Acceptable fuel economy for an automatic 1.6L at 6.0 l/100 km, but it is the least efficient option in the lineup.

Best Use Case: Primarily city driving and comfortable, unhurried cruising.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Practical and spacious station wagon body style
  • • Good fuel economy, especially with the 1.4T DCT engine
  • • Hyundai's reputation for reliability and low running costs
  • • Competitive pricing offers strong value for money
  • • Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting

Cons:

  • • Modest performance from the naturally aspirated 1.6L engine
  • • Interior materials can feel basic compared to some rivals
  • • Styling might be considered bland by some buyers
  • • Limited availability in global markets (primarily Asia)
  • • Rear suspension is a less sophisticated torsion beam setup

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Hyundai
Model:Celesta
Generation:Station Wagon
Modification (Engine):1.6i (123 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:2017
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:123 Hp @ 6300 rpm.
Power per litre:77.3 Hp/l
Torque:151 Nm @ 4850 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:Gamma II / G4FG
Engine displacement:1591
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:D-CVVT
Engine oil capacity:3.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6 l/100 km
Maximum speed:190 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.8 kg/Hp, 101.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8 kg/Nm, 125.1 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1207
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:468 l
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:4405 mm mm
Width:1750 mm mm
Height:1470 mm mm
Wheelbase:2650 mm mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires size195/65 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionindependent torsion suspension

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