Hyundai Launches Affordable Mid-Size SUV That Will Challenge the Corolla Cross and Compass! Meet the New Rival That Promises to Revolutionize the Automotive Market!

Written by Valdemar Medeiros

Published on 15/08/2024 at 00:22

Updated on 14/08/2024 at 14:44

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New Mid-Size SUV From Hyundai Promises to Shake Up the Automotive Market. Named Hyundai Mufasa, the Hybrid Model Can Deliver Up to 160 Hp of Power.

Updating its SUV to avoid losing sales to BYD and GWM, the new generation of the IX35 arrives to boost the automotive market. Being the mid-size SUV from Hyundai that sold the most in Brazil, the IX35 is still available in other markets like Asia. Now it has just received a new generation, or rather, a new SUV built on the same platform that has been remodeled and improved with structural reinforcements and new materials.

Attractive Design and Competitive Price – New Hyundai Mufasa Arrives on the Right Foot in the Automotive Market

The name chosen for the new mid-size SUV from Hyundai is a bit peculiar, as the model is named Mufasa, the same iconic name of the father lion of Simba in The Lion King Franchise. In dimensions, it measures 4.47 m in length, 2.68 m in wheelbase, 1.85 m in width, 1.68 m in height, weighing up to 1382 kg and accommodating up to 489 L of luggage in the trunk.

Visually, the new mid-size SUV from Hyundai now features the latest design line from the manufacturer. Following similar elements to the new fourth-generation Tucson and the Santa Cruz pickup, the front showcases a huge honeycomb grille with a Black Piano finish, a gray insert at the base of the bumper, and full LED headlights on the sides.

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New Mid-Size SUV From Hyundai Delivers Up to 160 Horsepower

In terms of engine, the new mid-size SUV from Hyundai made its debut with only one option, but Hyundai promised more news for next year. The engine introduced with the model is the 2.0 naturally aspirated block with direct fuel injection running solely on gasoline, which is coupled with an additional 48V battery that replaces the alternator.

Hyundai launches affordable mid-size SUV that will challenge the Corolla Cross and Compass! Meet the new rival that promises to revolutionize the automotive market! — Photo: Disclosure/Hyundai

All in all, the light hybrid Hyundai Mufasa delivers 160 horsepower and 23 kgfm of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with a torque converter and front-wheel drive.

For 2024, the South Korean manufacturer promised that the new mid-size SUV from Hyundai will have another traditional hybrid option, but did not reveal details. However, the most likely option is the 1.4 Turbo gasoline block combined with an additional electric motor. This is already sold in the Asian automotive market in other SUVs from the manufacturer and also from Kia there.

Check Out the Details of the Interior of the New Hyundai Mufasa

Inside, the new Hyundai Mufasa resembles practically all of the manufacturer’s models these days. The finish is very good, with soft-touch materials on the dashboard, doors, and also on the console, and the interior space comfortably accommodates five adults, even though it doesn’t have a very large wheelbase.

Another highlight is the list of equipment that includes everything. We have keyless entry, wireless phone charging, dual-zone digital climate control, electronic parking brake, drive mode selector, LED ambient lights, panoramic sunroof, trunk with electric opening and closing with a proximity sensor, multifunction steering wheel, 10-inch fully configurable digital dashboard, and much more.

The multimedia system of the Hyundai Mufasa also features a 10-inch screen, which includes wireless connectivity for Apple Carplay and Android Auto. It also comes with native GPS and a comprehensive 360° camera system.

Hyundai Launches Affordable Mid-Size SUV That Will Challenge the Corolla Cross and Compass! Meet the New Rival That Promises to Revolutionize the Automotive Market!

New Mid-Size SUV From Hyundai Promises to Shake Up the Automotive Market. Named Hyundai Mufasa, the Hybrid Model Can Deliver Up to 160 Hp of Power.

Attractive Design and Competitive Price – New Hyundai Mufasa Arrives on the Right Foot in the Automotive Market

New Mid-Size SUV From Hyundai Delivers Up to 160 Horsepower

Check Out the Details of the Interior of the New Hyundai Mufasa

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Hyundai Launches Affordable Mid-Size SUV That Will Challenge the Corolla Cross and Compass! Meet the New Rival That Promises to Revolutionize the Automotive Market!

New Mid-Size SUV From Hyundai Promises to Shake Up the Automotive Market. Named Hyundai Mufasa, the Hybrid Model Can Deliver Up to 160 Hp of Power.

Attractive Design and Competitive Price – New Hyundai Mufasa Arrives on the Right Foot in the Automotive Market

New Mid-Size SUV From Hyundai Delivers Up to 160 Horsepower

Check Out the Details of the Interior of the New Hyundai Mufasa

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