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With growing concerns around the impact of global warming, Australians are
increasingly looking at ways they can become more 'green friendly' in their day
to day lives. As a result, many consumers are on the hunt for cars that are not
only more fuel-efficient, but are also more sympathetic to the environment.
Hyundai i30 CRDi cements its green credentials
The new
i30 CRDi performed better than an array of diesel and hybrid rivals to top the
fuel efficiency stakes in the Greenfleet Technology Class at the recent
Panasonic World Solar Challenge (PWSC). The i30 consumed just 3.2 litres of fuel
per 100km, emitting just 97g of C02 equivalent per kilometre on the 3,600
kilometre journey from Darwin to Adelaide, outperforming Toyota’s Prius hybrid
and diesels from Peugeot, Audi and even a BioBike.
Additionally, eco-adventurer Hans Tholstrup, who founded the PWSC 20 years
ago, also demonstrated the efficiency of the i30 CRDi when he recently completed
a drive from Adelaide to Newcastle via Sydney on less than one tank of fuel.
What does this mean for the average consumer?
According
to the Australia Bureau of Statistic's most recent Survey of Motor Vehicle
Use (2005), the average fuel consumption of passenger vehicles in Australia
is 11.7L /100km. This means that the i30's fuel consumption of 3.2L/100km in the
World Solar Challenge is a huge 82.7% below that of the average passenger car on
Australian roads.
What makes the i30 CRDi so fuel efficient?
- The 1.6 litre common rail diesel engine offers a practical and affordable
alternative to more expensive and complex hybrid cars, providing fuel efficiency
and significantly reduced CO2 emissions.
- The Electric Assist Steering System saves fuel by minimising energy loss
compared to conventional hydraulic power steering, with a trip computer
calculating the i30's fuel consumption and distance travelled.
If you want to be green and save some precious dollars NOW drive your
way to www.hyundai.com.au to locate
your nearest Hyundai dealer to book a test drive – because the
i30 CRDi is in showrooms and available NOW!
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I30 PRICING: |
SX model |
SLX model |
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Diesel CRDi |
$21,490 |
$25,990 |
Hyundai Motor Company Australia
Established in
1967, the Hyundai Automotive Group is the world’s fifth largest and fastest
growing major automotive manufacturer. Hyundai Motor Company Australia Pty Ltd
(HMCA) was established on October 1st, 2003 as a wholly owned subsidiary of
Hyundai Motor Company.
The award winning range of Hyundai vehicles continues to set segment and
industry benchmarks in value, quality and safety, with innovations such as the
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Australia’s first 5 year warranty with
unlimited kilometres.
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