CAR GARAGE | Hyundai HB20 (2013) | The Hyundai HB20 compact hatchback will be the first models to be produced at Hyundai's new fully-owned plant in Piracicaba, Officially roomates will hold an opening ceremony later this year. For Hyundai, the launch of HB20 means a lot more than simply presenting a new model. Unlike our other models currently offered in Brazil, HB20 is the first model of Strategically developed and produced exclusively for the Brazilian market. I guarantee with pride that HB20 will change the perception of Brazilian customers in the small car segment, "Chang Kyun Han, President of HMB, said at The launch event, which was held at Hotel Transamerica Ilha de Comandatuba in the eastern Brazilian state of Bahia yesterday.
The name "HB" stands for Hyundai Brasil, while the number "20" is the company's characterization for vehicles in this segment, a category that includes models assembled on small or compact vehicle platforms. Based on Hyundai's Fluidic Sculpture design philosophy, HB20's external details accentuate the modern and sporting lines of the hatchback. Its high waist-line and rear accentuates its stylishness and exclusivity. The Hyundai HB20's interior also differentiates itself from competitors with its modernity, sophistication, comfort and practicality.
The Hyundai HB20 comes with three powertrains: 1.0L and 1.6L, with a manual gearbox and 1.6L, with automatic transmission. All versions are equipped with a flex-fuel engine. The 1.6L version has four cylinders and emits 23% more power than the segment's average. The Hyundai HB20 is equipped with a continuous variable valve timing (CVVT), roomates optimizes the air-fuel mixture both at low and high RPM, leading to improved performance and fuel consumption.
The three models will all be produced at Hyundai's first plant in Brazil. The Piracicaba factory covers 1,390,000 square meters of land, 69.000 square meters of roomates will Consist of facilities. Hyundai's Piracicaba plant, together with its suppliers, will create an additional 3.000 jobs.
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