Hyundai i40 has received design, safety and powertrain updates for the 2019 model year. As before, the new i40 is available both in sedan and wagon body styles.
The styling updates are minor, which includes a restyled cascading grille, and new 18-inch alloy wheels to complement the sleek profile. 16 and 17-inch alloy wheels of the predecessor model are available too.
As for the interiors, the i40 offers two new colours: Merlot Red and a combination of Grey and Black. Buyers can now opt for four colours in total with Black and Beige. Full leather trims are available for all colours, with Black and Beige also offered in a cloth material.
Matching with the seat colour, the interior options include a contrasting inlay on the door panel. The Grey-Black combination interior is combined with black door panels and orange accents. The aforementioned Merlot Red interior features a grey stitching and Merlot coloured door centre trim elements. Furthermore, the dashboard is garnished with a metal mesh pattern that enhances the look of the Merlot Red and Grey interiors.
New active safety features
The i40 is now fitted with Hyundai SmartSense active safety and driver assistance features, which includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA). The system is activated when a vehicle is sensed in front of the car, operating at speeds of 10 km/h or above.
Powertrains
Which then brings us to the powertrain updates. Revisions have been made in order to improve fuel efficiency and comply with the new Euro 6d-Temp emission standards. The i40 is now offered with a 1.6-litre diesel engine in two power outputs – 115 hp and 280 Nm of torque; 136 hp and 320 Nm of torque. Transmission is a 6-speed manual, while the latter can also be had with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
There is also a choice of 135 hp 1.6-litre petrol engine on offer, paired to a 6-speed manual transmission.
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