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yundai has introduced a comprehensive update for
its iLoad van, boosting cabin technology and safety
equipment in a move designed to keep the Korean
brand’s popular light-commercial vehicle at the top end of the
2.5t-3.5t segment.
Second only to the Toyota HiAce in sales terms last year,
but facing a new VW Transporter in the marketplace, the
iLoad’s ‘Series II’ upgrade includes standard side (thorax)
airbags for the driver and front passenger – adding to the
frontal airbags already on board – and a 7.0” touch screen
infotainment system with various connectivity options
including Siri Eyes Free (for iOS-compatible devices) and
Google Now (Android) voice activation.
Other connectivity options include Bluetooth, USB, AUX, MP3
and digital iPod.
A rear-view camera has become standard on liftback variants –
the rearward view is shown on the new touchscreen – and diesel
automatic variants now have cruise control fitted standard.
Minor exterior styling changes are also apparent, with
revisions to the grille, front bumper and tailgate garnish, for
example, while detail improvements to the cabin have been
made including a new instrument cluster, blue switchgear
illumination, and a redesigned centre stack and HVAC control
system that stems from the new infotainment system.
The iLoad Series II is offered in three-seat van or six-seat
crew van configuration.
At the entry level, the three-seat van – priced from $31,990
plus on-road costs – is offered with a 127kW/224Nm 2.4-litre
‘Theta II’ MPi petrol engine paired exclusively to a five-speed
manual gearbox (and only available as a liftback).
Both body styles are available with a 2.5L CRDi diesel
engine with either six-speed manual or five-speed automatic
transmission and the choice of liftback or twin-swing
rear doors.
The diesel van starts from $37,990, with the crew van
variant adding $2,000, auto transmission $3,000 and the
twin door option requiring an extra $550. Metallic paint also
adds $695.
The 2.5L diesel produces 100kW/343Nm in manual form or a
more impressive 125kW/441Nm when mated to the automatic,
thanks to the inclusion of variable geometry turbocharging.
All iLoad models are fitted with air-conditioning, steering
wheel-mounted audio controls, power windows, height-
adjustable driver’s seat, tilt-adjustable steering column,
16-inch wheels, and ABS brakes with electronic brake-force
distribution. Diesel variants up the ante with electronic stability
and traction control
Hyundai
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