Hyundai launches new eight-seat model

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HYUNDAI claims it has produced a “classy” MPV for big families, small businesses and anyone with lots of friends – its latest eight-seat model.

The i800 can accommodate eight, as well as providing 851 litres of space in the boot even when loaded with passengers.

The Hyundai i800 features a pair of seats in front and two benches behind, each accommodating three adults.

Both rear benches feature a 60:40 split-fold and recline, while the centre row also slides forwards or backwards to tailor space as required. All the rear seats are accessed by a pair of sliding doors.

The car features two-tone interior trim, privacy glass, a six-speaker audio system, ducted air-conditioning and individually controllable overhead vents.

Bringing power to the people-carrier is a 2.5-litre four-cylinder CRDi diesel engine producing 168bhp and 289lb/ft of torque.

This engine is also capable of 33.2mpg, and with a 75-litre tank, it means the i800 could go more than 560 miles between fill-ups.

The i800’s rear-wheel-drive handling is backed up by ESP and traction-control systems, plus dual airbags. In addition, electronic reversing sensors are standard.

The i800 will go on sale on June 20, costing £19,495. It will be joined later in the year by a lower-power, lower-specification version.