It's hard to fall in love with a car designed only to be cheap and practical, but the funny thing is, most people who spend money on a new car tend to like it regardless of the fact that it's just an A-segment runabout. And so, we think Hyundai's new i10 is a stroke of genius, as its appealing features could win over plenty of first-time buyers, who will remain loyal to the brand.
What features? Well, the i10 was designed in Russelsheim, Opel territory. Despite being the smallest car Hyundai offers, it's got a massive 252 liter boot, which edges out the competition. The new model is 80mm longer, 65mm wider and 50mm lower than its predecessor, giving it the best cargo space and legroom in its class.
That's not the only thing though, as we think the i10 could be the best specced car in its class. For example, it has a smartkey, so you don't have to reach inside your pocket when you have groceries in both hands. Aux and USB ports are not only fitted to the car, but also fitted within easy reach, which means you don't have to put the phone in the glovebox.
Design? That's not supposed to be important in the A-segment, but somehow it is. The old i10 looked like an steam iron on wheels, but this one is much better. Beauty is obviously in the eye of the beholder, but we think it's better looking than the VW Up! or Renault Twingo.
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Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida. Full profile
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