Hyundai H-1 (2018)

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Latest update to the H-1 is now in SA. I quite like this vehicles.

An updated version of the Hyundai H-1 has been launched in South Africa, wearing a fresh new face and gaining some extra equipment when compared with the outgoing range.

As before, the local line-up will comprise three derivatives: a petrol-powered bus and a diesel-engined bus, along with a diesel panelvan.

In Executive guise with urge (an unchanged 126 kW/224 N.m) coming from a naturally aspirated 2,4-litre petrol mill, the nine-seater H-1 bus will set you back R499 900. The 2,5-litre diesel engine (also unchanged at 125 kW and 441 N.m), mated to a five-speed automatic transmission, is offered in Elite specification, and retails for R629 900.

A glance at the outgoing range will reveal that these two fresh-faced variants are priced exactly as they were before. The lone panelvan option, too, is still priced at R459 900, and employs the same turbodiesel powertrain as detailed above.

So, besides the bold new styling up front, what’s changed? Well, both bus derivatives gain automatic (projector) headlamps plus rake and reach adjustment for the steering column, while the diesel model furthermore scores a reversing camera, body-coloured side-mirror caps and new 17-inch alloys. There’s now also an optional (R2 522, with an SD card sold separately) navigation system.

Similarly, the panelvan gains projector headlamps plus rake and reach adjustment for the steering column.

Pricing:

Hyundai H-1 2,4 Executive Petrol Bus: R499 900
Hyundai H-1 2,5 Elite Diesel Bus AT: R629 900
Hyundai H-1 2,5 Diesel Panelvan AT: R459 900

http://www.carmag.co.za/news/updated-hyundai-h-1-arrives-in-south-africa-wearing-fresh-face/

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What's with these "Optional" Navigation systems. Just fit radios with Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatibility and quit trying to shaft buyers.
 
LCBXX said:
What's with these "Optional" Navigation systems. Just fit radios with Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatibility and quit trying to shaft buyers.
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Local Hyundai models don't offer the Euro-spec infotainment systems that offer CP & AA.

Local models have this aftermarket look & feel with more limited functionality.

New Kia models locally do offer the Euro-spec infotainment systems that incl CP & AA. That also means better hardware of the unit & better looking UI.

Go figure why Hyundai (SA) is backwards locally on that front but sister company Kia (SA) is not.
 
FiestaST said:
Local Hyundai models don't offer the Euro-spec infotainment systems that offer CP & AA.

Local models have this aftermarket look & feel with more limited functionality.

New Kia models locally do offer the Euro-spec infotainment systems that incl CP & AA. That also means better hardware of the unit & better looking UI.

Go figure why Hyundai (SA) is backwards locally on that front but sister company Kia (SA) is not.
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A friend bought a Rio locally and was quoted R5600+ to have cruise control fitted. Not the offical Kia one, some aftermarket system.

I helped her and she ordered a OEM kit on eBay which features the required cruise control buttons and harness. With instructions available on YouTube we disassembled the existing steering wheel and fitted the controls. It worked right after without any other tricks and she also had voice-dialling working with an additional button. Everything cost R1400, including the drinks and snacks consumed during installation.
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LCBXX said:
A friend bought a Rio locally and was quoted R5600+ to have cruise control fitted. Not the offical Kia one, some aftermarket system.

I helped her and she ordered a OEM kit on eBay which features the required cruise control buttons and harness. With instructions available on YouTube we disassembled the existing steering wheel and fitted the controls. It worked right after without any other tricks and she also had voice-dialling. Everything cost R1400, including the drinks and snacks consumed during installation.
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Cool story. Yeah the dealer markup on these units are outrageous.
 
FiestaST said:
Cool story. Yeah the dealer markup on these units are outrageous.
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The mark-up is one thing. Not offering the OEM option is the main issue I have. I am sure the dealership could have fitted it in 30min as they probably had the right tools. When I asked whether they can fit the OEM kit she bought their reply was no and doing so would void the warranty.
 
Hyundai H1 (2018) Specs and Pricing

The Hyundai H1 has been refreshed for 2018 and is now available for sale in South Africa. Here are specification and pricing details for the 2018 Hyundai H1.

Since its launch back in 2009, the Hyundai H1 bus has sold 14 424 units which is an impressive achievement for the Korean automaker. The range was expanded with a panel van and a multicab, with 2 272 and 937 units sold respectively. The H1 is comfortably the best-selling minibus in the country, far outselling the more traditional rivals like the Volkswagen Kombi and Toyota Quantum.

For 2018, Hyundai has rolled out a significant facelift for its H1 bus, comprising both exterior and interior upgrades. The 3-model range currently comprises H1 2.4 Petrol Bus MT, H1 2.5 Diesel Bus AT and H1 2.5 Diesel Panelvan AT. For 2018, the range has been changed to H1 2.4 Executive Petrol Bus MT, H1 2.5 Elite Diesel Bus AT and H1 2.5 Diesel Panelvan AT.

The Hyundai H1 cabin. For 2018, there has been a slight redesign and more specification added. Navigation is now available as an option.

At first glance, you can see the all-new front grille as well as projection headlights. In comparison to the outgoing model, the new-spec models add new features. The base 2.4 Executive Petrol bus gains auto lights and projection lights, while the 2.5 Elite diesel has gained the same new lights, as well as a reverse camera, new 17-inch alloy wheels, electric folding side mirrors and a chrome grille.

The specification has always been decent in the Hyundai H1 and you get auto lights, tilt & telescopic steering wheel, multifunction steering wheel, keyless entry, glovebox cooling, electric folding side mirrors, rear wiper, illuminated vanity mirrors and plenty of storage features. Navigation is available as an option on the H1 and it costs R2 522 inclusive of VAT. The infotainment system has also received an update in the 2018 model.

In terms of engines, the 2.4 Executive is powered by a 2.4-litre petrol motor with 126 kW and 224 Nm. Power goes to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox and Hyundai claims it'll consume 10.2 L/100 km. The one we've always favoured is the 2.5 VGTi diesel motor which has 125 kW and a mighty 441 Nm, making it ideal for towing. It'll be more frugal than its petrol-powered sibling, with a claimed 9.8 L/100 km.

The Hyundai H1 cabin is practical and can carry up to 9 passengers

2018 Hyundai H1 Price in South Africa

The new Hyundai H1 comes with a 5-year/150 000 km manufacturer's warranty and an additional 2-year/50 000 km manufacturer powertrain warranty. You also get 5-year/150 000 km of roadside assistance and a 5-year / 90 000 km service plan. In comparison to the outgoing model, pricing has remained identical.

Navigation is available at R2 522 (including VAT).

H1 2.5 VGTi Panel Van R459 900

H1 2.4 Petrol Bus R499 900

H1 2.5 VGTi Bus R629 900

https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/hyundai-h1-2018-specs-and-pricing/45192/
 
SA launch drive: SA's refreshed H1 bus

Hyundai Automotive South Africa has updated its H1 range of buses and vans with technology tweaks and freshened styling.

With nearly 15 000 units sold since its launch here in late 2009, the H1 is the market leader in the family bus segment ahead of the VW Kombi, Toyota Quantum and Ford Tourneo Custom, and this upgrade is intended to keep the Hyundai at the cutting edge in terms of styling and tech.

A major frontal redesign sees a new grille and new projector-style headlamps giving the H1 a bolder face with more road presence, while the range-topping bus gets new 17" alloy wheels. The new headlamps now also switch on automatically when it gets dark.

Inside, Hyundai's nine-seater adopts a larger and fancier new touchscreen infotainment system, with navigation available as a R2500 option. The steering wheel is now newly adjustable for reach, and not just height, making it easier for different-sized people to find a comfortable driving position.

The bus is sold in two versions selling at the same price as before: the 2.4 petrol Executive manual (R499 900) and the 2.5 diesel Elite automatic (R629 900), and there's also a 2.5 diesel panelvan (R464 900). The multicab has been discontinued but is available on special order if customers request it.

Standard gizmos in the 2.4 Executive bus include manual aircon, cental locking, audio system with Bluetooth, and leather seats, rear park assist, and electric windows, and safety in the form of dual front airbags and ABS brakes.

The top-of-the-range 2.5 Elite adds side airbags and ESC (Electronic Stability Control) to the equation, along with features like a reversing camera, full climate control, and electrically folding exterior mirrors. Curiously there's no fuel consumption meter in the onboard computer, just a distance-to-empty indicator.

Petrol or diesel

Engines remain unchanged, with the 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol sending 126kW and 224kW to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission, while the 2.5 four-cylinder diesel musters 125kW and 441Nm and powers the back wheels via a five-speed auto.

I drove the diesel Elite version at the media launch in Gauteng earlier this week, and with its hearty power and fully-loaded spec sheet this range-topper is the H1 to go for if you can spare the budget. With all that hearty torque available between just 2000 and 2250rpm, it's the ideal type of power delivery for schlepping a full load of passengers and luggage, while Hyundai claims a frugal 9.8 litres per 100km consumption (10.2 for the petrol).

With just three of us aboard, the diesel H1 cruised effortlessly and felt like it had a lot of grunt in reserve for the kiddies soccer team and all their kit. It performs mostly lag-free at reef altitude and scoots off the line without any annoying hesitation.

It's also a refined diesel engine that doesn't conjure any tractor jokes, though there's some noticeable wind noise in this bus whilst cruising.

Part of the driving route was on gravel roads and the H1 impressed with its ride quality on corrugated surfaces, along with a very solid and rattle-free feel to the body. The bus has independent suspension all around while the van gets load-lugging leaf springs at the rear.

Hyundai's bus will carry more than the abovementioned junior soccer players, and eight adults will comfortably fit aboard - nine, if you squeeze one into the tight middle seat between the driver and front passenger.

The backrests of all the seats are adjustable for comfort and the boot is huge at 842 litres; it isn’t a bus that suffers from the shortcoming of having minimal luggage space once the rearmost seats are in use.

All versions are sold with Hyundai's 5 year/150 000km warranty with roadside assistance, and a five-year/90 000km service plan.

https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/sa-launch-drive-sas-refreshed-h1-bus-15694263
 
Driven: Hyundai's refreshed H1 bus goes the distance

While the SUV market continues to be a growing segment in South Africa, people movers still account for a significant share of the local market, especially for business owners.

According to Hyundai, one local transportation company purchases H1 buses to transfer staff to and from destinations and that they travel about 20 000km per vehicle each month.

Hyundai first launched its H1 bus or 'people mover' almost a decade ago in 2009. Since then, the local automaker has sold close to 17 000 units of its bus and panel van versions.

The Multicab derivative was launched in 2012 and has seen only 937 units sold in that time. That model has thus been discontinued in the new range, but those who are are still on purchasing one can order through dealerships if needed.

The H1's direct rival for the 2.4-litre petrol model is the Volkswagen Kombi, while the Caravelle and Kombi diesel derivatives compete against the 2.5-litre diesel version.

The new H1 has fresh new looks that makes it look like a distant cousin of Optimus Prime with its redesigned grille which gives it a completely new fresh face, along with projection headlights. Side mirrors are now body coloured, and there are 17" alloys on the diesel version.
Convenience features include rear park camera (in the diesel version), adjustable tilt and telescopic steering column (tilt only on petrol version) with multi-functional steering wheel, as well as auto light control. There's also keyless entry, glovebox cooling, rear wiper and on the diesel bus there are also power windows and electric folding side mirrors.

Inside there are storage compartments a plenty, including numerous cup holders and double compartments in the huge doors for maps and magazines and liquid refreshments. There are also vanity mirrors and a sunglass holder.

Navigation is an optional goodie and can be purchased at R2522.

Hyundai says the H1 bus has a 75-litre fuel tank and the claimed combined fuel consumption is 10.2 litres/100km on the 2.4-litre petrol and 9.8-litres on the 2.-5-litre diesel bus. As these figures are based on European testing, real world figures in SA would most probably slighter higher, especially with heavier loads and more aggressive driving.

The bus is available in three colours, namely: White, Metallic Silver and Blue.

How does it drive?

Quite lovely really. While we only sampled the 2.5-litre diesel bus on the launch, and three-up in a large vehicle, the drive was rather enjoyable. Gear changes on the 5-speed auto was incredibly smooth and despite its size, its torque curve is sumptuous with power figures of 125kW and a delightful 441Nm.

It's no slouch on the road and has enough steam to overtake when needed. It feels sturdy on the road, even when doing legal top speeds.

I would be eager to see how it drives with a fully-loaded vehicle, along with luggage in the rear. And that brings me to one of the biggest highlights about this vehicle: while the bus already makes for an awesome people mover - whether for business purposes or a huge family - there is a large luggage compartment in the rear. The boot is massive and could probably store enough baggage for all seated passengers.

Pricing starts from R459 900 for the 3-seater 2.5-litre Panel Van and R499 900 for the petrol version.

And despite its hefty pricetag of R629 900 for the 2.5-litre deisel bus, it's still the option I would go for if my pockets were deep enough.

https://www.wheels24.co.za/NewModels/driven-hyundais-refreshed-h1-bus-goes-the-distance-20180701
 
LCBXX said:
The mark-up is one thing. Not offering the OEM option is the main issue I have. I am sure the dealership could have fitted it in 30min as they probably had the right tools. When I asked whether they can fit the OEM kit she bought their reply was no and doing so would void the warranty.
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Yeah. Until that OEM unit pops a fuse or pulls too much current and burns a wire, turns the KIA into a Ford. Or perhaps the cruise control develops an error and doesn't disengage.

Fsck that. Car electronics is either original or make due without.
 
GhostSixFour said:
Yeah. Until that OEM unit pops a fuse or pulls too much current and burns a wire, turns the KIA into a Ford. Or perhaps the cruise control develops an error and doesn't disengage.

Fsck that. Car electronics is either original or make due without.
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That is the point. They would rather charge you R5000+ for an aftermarket cruise control system than fit the OEM one.
 
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