A Seoul-ful of Hyundai

The Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang is an expanse that blends exhibit, tech, first-hand experience, global cuisine, and souvenirs all under one massive roof. Here are some excerpts from our visit

- Jim Gorde

VISITING A NEW COUNTRY ALWAYS MAKES for an exciting new experience. Seoul in the Republic of Korea was no exception. It was particularly refreshing to see a whole bunch of new (and old) Korean cars, some of which are sold here. However, travelling with Hyundai ensured a deep dive into their history and evolution. From the Pony coupé to the Ioniq 5 N, it has been quite a journey. Here is a taster of what the course was like.

The Tour

Visiting a new country always makes for an exciting new experience. Seoul in the Republic of Korea was no exception. It was particularly refreshing to see a whole bunch of new (and old) Korean cars, some of which are sold here. However, travelling with Hyundai ensured a deep dive into their history and evolution. From the Pony coupé to the loniq 5 N, it has been quite a journey. Here is a taster of what the course was like.

The Cars

Hyundai Grandeur

A premium saloon to rival the likes of the Toyota Camry and more, the five-metre-long Grandeur is available with a choice of powertrains including a 198-hp 2.5-litre four-pot, a 300-hp 3.5-litre V6, and even a 230-hp petrol-electric hybrid.

Hyundai Nexo