Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai Matrix
Power
110HP
Torque
235Nm
Consumption
5.3l/100
Emissions
140g/km
0-100 km/h
13.9s
Top Speed
170km/h
Weight
1370kg
Price
11,450€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
345 L
55 L
81 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai Matrix 1.5 CRDi VGT GLS · 110 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The Hyundai Matrix is more than just a simple minivan; it is a reflection of an era where functionality and interior space were the true luxury. Conceived as a tireless travel companion for the family, this vehicle presents itself without pretensions, but with the honest promise of serving faithfully in daily life, turning every journey into an experience of comfort and pragmatism.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 110-horsepower diesel engine feels willing and full of life, especially in the city thanks to a torque that pushes decisively from low revs. It doesn't seek speed records, but rather to offer a smooth, quiet, and above all, incredibly economical drive. Its suspension is calibrated to absorb road imperfections, prioritizing passenger comfort over sportiness, making long trips a real pleasure.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, a work of Pininfarina, is an ode to spatial intelligence. Every line and every curve is designed to maximize habitability and interior light. Its characteristic descending beltline is not an aesthetic whim, but a brilliant solution to improve visibility. Inside, simplicity becomes a virtue, with a clear dashboard and a modularity that allows the cabin to be transformed to adapt to any need.
Technology and features
The Matrix's technology focuses on the essentials: efficiency and mechanical reliability. Its CRDi engine with a variable geometry turbo was advanced for its time, seeking to optimize every drop of fuel. Far from touch screens and modern driving assistants, this Hyundai reminds us of an era when the most important connection was the one established between the driver, the machine, and the road—a pure and distraction-free experience.
Competition
In a competitive market with rivals like the Opel Meriva or the Renault Modus, the Hyundai Matrix knew how to find its place by offering a hard-to-match relationship between space, equipment, and price. While others opted for more conventional designs, the Matrix dared to be different, winning over those families who valued practicality and reliability above all else.
Conclusion
The Hyundai Matrix is an honest car, a vehicle that doesn't make you fall in love at first sight, but wins you over time, proving its worth kilometer by kilometer. It is the rational choice that becomes emotional, a haven of functionality and confidence that more than fulfills its mission: to make life on board easier and more pleasant. A true classic of logic and common sense.