Hyundai unveils Mufasa, Grand Creta SUVs in Nigeria – Daily Trust

Hyundai Motors Nigeria has expanded its sport utility car (SUV) portfolio with the introduction of the all-new Hyundai Mufasa and Grand Creta, concentrating on motorists looking for fashionable design, improved consolation, superior know-how and versatile driving choices.

The two fashions have been unveiled in Lagos as a part of the corporate’s efforts to strengthen its presence in Nigeria’s automotive market and supply extra choices for households, professionals and enterprise executives.

Speaking on the launch, the General Manager, Sales and Marketing, Hyundai Motors Nigeria, Mr. Gaurav Vashisht, mentioned the brand new fashions have been designed to fulfill the altering preferences of Nigerian motorists, notably the rising demand for SUVs that mix consolation, security and know-how.

He mentioned the Mufasa and Grand Creta provided distinct options to cater to completely different buyer wants whereas sustaining Hyundai’s requirements of high quality and innovation.

The Hyundai Mufasa is a five-seater SUV that includes a daring exterior design, outstanding entrance grille, signature LED lighting and a spacious cabin.

The car is powered by a 2.0-litre Smartstream multi-point injection petrol engine paired with a six-speed automated transmission. Depending in the marketplace specification, the engine delivers roughly 150 to 160 horsepower and 193Nm of torque.

With a wheelbase of two,680mm, the Mufasa provides inside house designed to accommodate passengers comfortably whereas retaining practicality for on a regular basis commuting and longer journeys.

Its out there options embody touchscreen infotainment, smartphone connectivity, automated local weather management, wi-fi charging and selectable driving modes, relying on the variant.

Safety and driver-assistance options embody anti-lock braking techniques, digital stability management, airbags and parking help, topic to specification.

The Grand Creta, in the meantime, is a seven-seater SUV designed for bigger households and clients requiring extra passenger capability and versatile baggage house.

It is provided with an out there 2.0-litre Smartstream petrol engine producing roughly 159 horsepower and 191Nm of torque. Automatic variants function a six-speed automated transmission.

The mannequin’s 2,760mm wheelbase helps a three-row cabin, with seating preparations that may be tailored to accommodate passengers or baggage.

Available options embody an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, rear air-conditioning vents, keyless entry and push-button begin. Higher variants provide extra gear resembling a digital instrument cluster, leather-appointed seats, ventilated entrance seats, wi-fi charging and a panoramic sunroof.

Safety gear out there throughout Grand Creta variants consists of six airbags, anti-lock braking techniques, digital stability management, hill-start help, rear parking sensors, a rear-view digicam and ISOFIX child-seat mounting factors.

Vashisht mentioned the launch was a part of Hyundai’s broader technique to supply autos suited to completely different existence whereas strengthening buyer confidence via its dealership community, after-sales companies and real spare-parts provide.

He mentioned the Mufasa would enchantment to clients looking for distinctive styling and fashionable know-how, whereas the Grand Creta would serve consumers prioritising house, consolation and flexibility.

The new fashions be a part of Hyundai’s present SUV lineup, which incorporates the Creta, Tucson, Santa Fe and Palisade.

Their introduction comes as automakers compete to draw Nigerian consumers with autos providing a mix of efficiency, security, consolation and long-term possession worth.

Hyundai Motors Nigeria mentioned the expanded lineup would offer clients with extra decisions throughout the SUV section, supported by its authorised dealerships and after-sales service community.