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Hyundai H-1 I Starex 2.5 TD (99 Hp) Automatic
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Hyundai H-1:
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I Starex Overview:
Hyundai H-1 (I Starex). With 225 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1922 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 148 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.5 TD (99 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission will make this already modest diesel feel slower, but the torque aids drivability in traffic.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption will be higher than manual diesel versions, but still better than petrol automatics.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior
- • Robust and reliable diesel engines (especially CRDI)
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Available 4WD options for added utility and traction
- • Comfortable ride for long journeys and family transport
Cons:
- • Underpowered petrol engines with high fuel consumption
- • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Basic interior design and materials compared to rivals
- • Sluggish acceleration on lower-powered trims
- • Dated styling by the end of its production run
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Starex: 2001 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | H-1 |
| Generation: | I Starex |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TD (99 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 3800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 40 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 225 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2476 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Maximum speed: | 148 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 19.4 kg/Hp, 51.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1922 |
| Max. weight: | 2550 |
| Max load: | 628 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3295 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 364 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4695 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1820 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1885 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1545 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/80 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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