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Hyundai Inster Electric Hatchback 85kW 02 49kWh 5dr Auto

Doors	5
Transmission	Auto
Fuel Type	Electric
Engine Capacity - CC	1
Trim	02
Price	£26,745
Battery Capacity	49
Engine Power - BHP	116
Acceleration	10.6
Top Speed	93 mph
Length	3825 mm
Width	1610 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	238 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1335 kg

Driver Convenience

10.25" touchscreen centre console display with satellite navigation
Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition
Drive mode selector
Driver status monitor with in cabin camera (ICC)
Driver supervision instrument cluster with 10.25" LCD display
eCall emergency call system
Forward collision avoidance assist (FCA 1.5) - Car,pededstrian,cycle and junction turning
Front parking sensor
HDA - Highway Drive Assist Level 1.5
Intelligent speed limit assist
Lane departure warning
Lane follow assist
Lane keep assist
Leading vehicle departure alert (LVDA)
Over the air software updates (OTA)
Parking system with rear camera and guidance system
PAS
Rear parking sensor
Roadside assistance
Smart cruise control with stop and go functionality
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Wireless phone charging pad

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

11 kW AC onboard charger
Battery heating system
Charging cable - 7 pin type 2 mode 3 (Wallbox)
Charging cable - Emergency 3 pin connector mode 2 (ICCB)
Shift by wire (SBW) - Column mounted shifter

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
Front and rear speakers
Front USB Type C charger
Front USB Type C port
Rear USB Type C charger
Speakers - Tweeters
Steering wheel audio,phone and cruise controls

Exterior Features

Auto dimming rear view mirror
Automatic headlights with dusk sensor
Automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor
Black painted wheel arch inserts
Body colour exterior door handles
Body coloured door mirrors
Door mirror indicator lights
Electric front windows with anti-trap mechanism and one touch control
Electric rear windows
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Front and rear LED turning signals
Grille with pixel pattern
High beam assist
LED daytime running lights
LED full projection headlights
LED rear lights
Power folding door mirrors
Privacy glass - Rear windows and tailgate
Rear roof spoiler with integrated brake light
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Roof rails
Windscreen auto defog function

Interior Features

12V power outlet in front console
2 seat bench in 2nd row
4 Map pockets in the doors
50/50 split folding rear seats
64 colours interior ambient lighting
Adjustable head restraints
Cloth upholstery
Driver front seat back panel
Driver's seat manual height adjustment
Driver/passenger sunvisors and illuminated vanity mirrors
Floor mats
Front illuminated open tray
Fully foldable front seats
Heat pump
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel
Height/reach adjustable steering column
Leather wrapped steering wheel
LED centre interior light
LED front interior light
Luggage board
Luggage compartment LED lighting
Luggage shelf
Metal paint effect interior door handles
Rear centre armrest with double cupholders
Single front passenger seat
Single zone climate control
Sliding and reclining rear seats
Steering wheel design with LED pixels
Vertical adjustment rear head restraints

Packs

Trailer wiring package - Inster

Passive Safety

2 x 3-point rear seatbelts
3-point front seatbelts
Airbags - front, front side and curtain airbags
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Electric parking brake with auto hold function
Electronic stability control
Hill start assist control (HAC)
Manual child lock in rear doors
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Immobiliser
Rear occupant alert
Remote central locking
Smart key with keyless entry and start/stop button

Service/Warranty

Five year annual vehicle health checks

Wheels

17" Alloy wheels
Temporary mobility kit (TMK)

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty	70
Battery Capacity in kWh	49
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)	275
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change	10-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW	11
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)	58
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change	10-80
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW	50
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)	30
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change	10-80
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW	85
Battery Leased	No
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location	Front
Coupler/Connector Type	CCS Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW	85
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage	100000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years	8
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb	15.1
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb	4.1
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb	360
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb	223

Emissions - ICE

Engine and Drive Train

Engine capacity (cc)	1
Gears	1 SPEED
Transmission	AUTO

General

Generation Mark	1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	23D
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	5
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	70
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	81
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	4
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	70
NCAP Safety Assist %	67
Service Interval Frequency - Months	24
Service Interval Mileage	20000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	5
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	10.6
Engine Power - BHP	116
Engine Power - RPM	5600
Engine Torque - NM	147
Engine Torque - RPM	5400
Top Speed	93 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

N/A

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	205/45 R17
Tyre Size Rear	205/45 R17
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Type	17" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1610 mm
Length	3825 mm
Wheelbase	2580 mm
Width	1610 mm

Weight and Capacities

Gross Vehicle Weight	1745 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1059 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	238 l
Max. Loading Weight	410 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Minimum Kerbweight	1335 kg
No. of Seats	4
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	10.6 m

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