I have to confess it: the idea that this criticism comes out exactly a week after the Hyundai HB20 Focus Group was mine. When CC asked me, I told him: “It will be good that readers first think and then we“Of course, until I realized that I had to write it and there he stopped causing me grace.
Beyond that I liked the idea of getting into the three volumes of the best -selling Hyundai of 2025. I had already handled the most equipda version (See criticism) and Lucas Abriata reviewed the range version for us (See note). This Hyundai HB20S is worth $ 31,200,000 since it is the full version: Platinum Safety Automatic. If you think you are very much, for almost 7 million less you get the manual comfort. Comparisons? The cheapest Fiat Cronos starts from $ 27,819,000 to $ 34,675,000 of the most expensive. For its part, the Toyota Yaris cheaper (it is not Sedan), you get it from $ 26,721,000 while the full costs $ 31,900,000. With all these numbers circling, we got on the HB20S since the complete criticism is reproduced below.
On the outside
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All changes with respect to hatchback are in the back. The tube maintains that high and hexagonal “cut” grill in the middle by the bumper. A line that also makes the effect of dividing front optics that are LED for the DRL part and have antinieblas.
The lateral line is new, the third volume is integrated softly, almost in “Fade” we would say if it were music. It is not the typical sedan well marked how could it be a chronos or a corolla, here we could almost say that we are closer to a fastback than of a sedan, but it is a sedan, let’s not start with rare inventions. What is true is that it is well resolved and the line in general is pleasant beyond the personal tastes of each one.
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The Platinum Safety version tires are alloy in 16 inches and the tested unit came road with Michelin Primacy in 195/55 R16. The aid wheel is under the trunk floor and is temporary. The Hyundai HB20S measures 4,325mm long, 1.720mm wide and 1,470mm high. That is about 30 cm longer than the hatchback while keeping wide and height. It weighs in the order of march 1,089 kilos and the fuel tank is 50 liters.
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The back maintains the light signature of his brother of two volumes despite the change of tail. The trunk offers a good loading mouth and has 475 liters of capacity, about 175 more than the hatchback.
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Inside there are no major modifications. It almost applies “equipment that wins is not touched.” Tres rays steering wheel coated with leather (only Platinum Safety version), and with multifunction keys. The instrument board is 100% digital, configurable and identical to that of the hatchback: 4.2 inches.
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The multimedia screen is 8 inches and compatible with Android Auto and Apple Car Play and, if we look good, repeat the “cut” game with a line, leaving some buttons with direct access. Beyond that design game, these types of screens that stand out are not my aesthetically speaking preferred because, for me, they look like an Aptermarket aggregate.
Below we find the control controls with dial and practical format. We continue the tour to below where we find two USB shots, one of 12V and wireless charger for the cell phone.
In the rear seats there are no ventilation outputs but a high speed USB-C connector.
SECURITY
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Both HB20S versions share six airbags, ABS brakes with electronic distribution, traction and stability controls, setback chamber, outstanding assistant in slopes, ISOFIX hooks and lateral protection bars on the doors. When we talk about Platinum Safety, elements such as emergency autonomous braking, maintenance system and lane centering, tire pressure monitoring and cross traffic alert must be added.
The Hyundai HB20 in Hatchback format was tested by Latincap in September 2023 obtaining three stars, being the least point under pedestrian protection (See video).
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Under the hood nothing changes with respect to his two -volume brothers, since we find the same four cylinders of 1.6 liters of displacement with 123HP and 152nm, which also equips other models of the brand and Kia. It is coupled to a traditional six -speed automatic box (it is not CVT), with cams and sequential option in the selector. As we said when we tried hatchback, compared to its competitors in the segment with Turbo, the Hyundai is a bit more powerful, but it has less torque. In Brazil there is a 1.0 turbo version. We continue crossing our fingers so that we will see it here.
BEHAVIOR
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We climbed to Hyundai HB20s, we accommodate the armchair that in the Safety Plus can also be regulated in height, we put D and we will turn around. As it happened to me with the hatchback I really like to walk in the city. It is not a luxury sedan but copy well, does not transmit vibrations and deformations of the conurbation streets and is comfortable. The 123 horses under the hood seem few or enough depends on how they are used and required, but the city was not made for speed. Interestingly we made better consumption with this sedan than with his five -door brother: we round 10 liters per 100 in the city. As we always say, the consumption in the city will depend a lot about the section you use to measure it. If you are a lot on the highway or on avenues with little transit surely better our measurement.
Parking is easy with the help of cameras and sensors, even if you have ahead. The 30cm of more with respect to their younger brother do not make a dent in the good maneuverability of HB20S. And what a beautiful thing the electric direction. Those of us who are a bit old fascinated ourselves when hydraulics began to generalize, but I always want the electric in my car.
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We are going to ride a little and the HB20S makes it clear that it feels comfortable but not so much. He lacks a little more power but remember that the S in the name is of sedan not of sport. In spite of that it accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 9.7 seconds, another figure that we improve with respect to the hatchback (we had measured 10.9). The maximum speed we reached was 184 km/h.
As for consumption at 100km/h, we measure 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers and 120km/h needed 7.9 liters every 100. Continuing with river behavior the lane focused works well and is not “aggressive” as it happens with other brands and models, where you almost hit you a flying so that you do not run. The soundporration on board is fine although at 130km/h the noise could be lower. The suspensions are well seized for our routes and roads and the good profile of chosen tires helps a good march comfort, always within the segment parameters.
With respect to the box I still think the same as in the hatchback: it is calm and is well seted to respond correctly in each case and need.
CONCLUSION
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I apply a phrase that I wrote when I tried the hatchback: “The Hyundai HB20 comes to settle as a reference in its segment (…) Why? For everything you take at the time of paying.“And yes, and more in the case of the Platinum Safety version. But beyond the equipment, which weighs a lot, there is the good performance of the car as a product. Good walk, consumption at all, comfortable, with good space for luggage and passengers always talking about its segment and what we pay for this HB20S.
I think Hyundai has a great product to make “ranches” in the market and in a certain way it is doing but limited by the availability of units. But, as I always say, welcome is the competition and that options are still added for the buyer to choose.
It’s time for comments to start. I hope that those who tried it in the Focus Group will leave their criticism criticism because at the end of the day it is: to exchange opinions so that each one takes out their own conclusions. Mine? Rounding while I’m going to return the Hyundai HB20s Platinum Safety even if I don’t really want to. Hi Fede Trebuq, can I say that I would like to have it from Daily? (he Debate continues here)
O.C.
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Since Sao Paulo (Brazil) – There are mythical names in the history of the car. The look of each of us depends, they can be tens or simply a few. But there is something true and it is that “Mustang“ It is in any of those lists. Not every day you have the possibility of handling a legend. And even less if it’s the brand new version Dark Horsewhich replaces the discontinued Mach 1 And -as repeated us several times in the press day- is designed to Track Days (ver equipment and price).
During a long day that started at 9 in the morning and ended at 20 back to the hotel, Ford The New Mustang Dark Horse In detail, he let us handle it for almost two hours in Routes Paulistas and gave us three laps in the circuit of Velo Cittá, In the area of Mogi Guaçú. The first impressions are reproduced below.
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The details of this version begin with the horse logo with matte finish and the plotted lines on the hood. Those same stripes have the name on the side edges “Dark Horse” To reinforce the version we have in front of us. The front horse logo, distinctive of this version, is in both front fenders and in the trunk.
The tires are new design and with 19 inches, shoes with 255/40R19 tires forward and 275/40R19 back. Through that tire design you can see the tweezers Brembo Of the brakes, with the brand in white. The entire tube has a very dark aesthetic, honoring the name of that model and it is something that I noticed that it highlights a lot when you see it coming through the mirror of another car, with the drls on. Yes, it has a bad face.
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The larger black spoiler stands out in the back (for all colors of the range) and the four exhaust outlets of 4.5 inches, which crown their particular sound.
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The first thing that catches our attention inside are those upholstered in leather combinations and their seams in dark blue. The version we handled had electrical regulation of the driver’s seat and companion. Both seats had heating, but only that of the driver had ventilation. There are several details Dark Horsewith a frontal view logo of the Mustang’s head, which is really very well achieved.
He cockpit this “Inspired by the design of hunting airplanes” (according to the gazetilla), and everything is very close to the driver. The instrument board is 100% digital, with different configurations that change according to the chosen driving mode (or we can select it ourselves).
The sound system is in charge of Bang&Olufssen And it has 900W of power, with 12 speakers and a subwoofer in the trunk.
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The Mustang Dark Horse comes with seven airbags, adaptive cruise speed control with Stop & Go, shock alert with pedestrian detection and front and rear autonomous braking, maintenance assistant and lane focused, evasive maneuvering assistant, blind spot monitoring with cross traffic alert, monitoring of tires, ESP, ESP, ESC Pending, front and rear cameras, traffic signals recognition.
He IIHS from the United States (Member of Globalcap) granted him in his shock tests a “accusable” qualification for Mustang. It is an intermediate note, which does not reach the maximum (“good”). The doubts were raised, especially by the difficulty in placing children’s safety chairs.
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And under the hood is one of the keys to Dark Horse. He V8 Coyote It goes from the 492 HP of the GT Performance to the current 507HP, exceeding the 100HP barrier per liter of cylindrated, while the torque remains in 567nm. Additional data: 80% of the torque is now available from 2,500 rpm, cranks and pistons are identical to those of the Shelby GT 500 and the escape was totally redesigned, for a better sound and a greater performance.
The transmission is in charge of the already known 10 -speed automatic box, which was stressed for this Dark Horse version.
BEHAVIOR
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I left the dealership Ford Signal In Sao Paulo. They were about 20 minutes or less traffic – not so heavy – until we moved away from the city on an increasingly light highway. I have to confess that the first blocks were almost torture, thanks to the donkey loins that had to happen as slowly as possible and – so and all – a couple of times I heard a slight rubbing of the lower front. Yes, we come in a sports car that is low and on top with firm suspensions. EYE: The same happened with the previous Mach 1.
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Once on the highway and with the normal handling mode, comfort on board is very good, we almost forgot that we are in a car designed for track days (until we accelerate a little and the escapes remind us of what, it is a Dark Horse). Not to mention if we pass it to Sport. The sound becomes more hoarse and the car more “rebound”. The box also begins to stretch the changes and to reduce the march every time you can, to keep the regime always cheerful.
We arrived in the middle of the route and my coequiper takes the steering wheel. I take the opportunity to take photos and also see and understand a little more of the Mustang equipment. There are five driving modes, of which two asked us not to use them on the highway: “track” and “drag track”. I think it was not necessary to explain why.
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We arrive at Velo Cittáa complex with one of the most modern paths in Brazil. The circuit is one of those called “Very technical”where there is not so much space to develop great speeds, but curves of all styles and formats, where you have to handle to go fast. In some sectors they put chicanas with cones, to reduce the final speed and avoid paper and damage.
I was one of the first to turn, but the car that touched me had already been on the track for a few days. This event was repeated during the week with Brazilian, Latin American and concessionaires. And yes, the tires suffer that abuse.
They were three laps to the path and, as I did not know the track, my third turn was the best, already familiar with the curves and their paths. Anyway I could experience what this Mustang Dark Horse on track is. The first positive detail is the sound of the engine. Not only pushes by power, but also excites us for noise. To that is added a very well set up box and that reacts fast, either automatically or in manual-secuential use.
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Are we still adding in favor? The tuning of the suspensions is very good, at least for the demand of the PISTE. It is firm, without rolled and transmitting the power to the floor in curves of all kinds. The highest sector of the circuit is the most fun and where that work is most noticeable. A series of curves to the left, right and new left on descent, where the power accompanies the tail and when we want it to be released, it does it without hesitation.
Apart from the brakes: abused by journalists, but always effective when stopping. In my last turn I took the opportunity to stop more inside than ever in the curves and the braking power surprised me.
There was no time to measure accelerations or play with the apps for track day that brings the car. The technical file says that it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds And I think it is very possible to reach that figure.
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I start this segment by citing my partner during the tour: “Mustang always gives you more for less silver than its competitors”told me Kalil Zschocke While in the presentation they showed a picture with the comparison between the Dark Horsehe Porsche 911 Carrera She BMW m2 and the M3 Competition. And I think it is a great conclusion for this brief, but intense contact. The brand new Dark Horse can be a great car to rute at legal speeds and ridiculously low motor regimes. But it is also a car to enjoy several fast laps, without demonstrating fatigue (at least for hands such as mine that are closest to those of a Track Day participant than a professional pilot). Here I take the opportunity to send Paul Szebesta a greeting, which I should have occupied in my place, but preferred something much more frivolous: running in Nürburgring (See note).
In addition, in “Silver by HP” relation, I think there is nothing better at this time in the sports V8 market. If we add wonderful brakes, a chassis with a very worked tuning and an electronics designed to go fast, the combo is tremendous. Is the box automatic? Well, nobody is perfect.
O.C.
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Hyundai HB20S Sedan: A Standout in Argentina‘s Declining Compact car Market
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Buenos Aires – Hyundai is bucking a trend in Argentina with its HB20S sedan, a vehicle recently put to the test by a group of enthusiast readers. As smaller sedans become increasingly rare in the country, the HB20S offers a compelling option for budget-conscious buyers. This report details the vehicle’s features,pricing,and initial impressions following an intensive reader focus group.
Reader Feedback Drives Real-World Review
last Saturday, nearly 20 Hyundai HB20 users participated in a focus group, providing valuable feedback on the HB20S. The insights gathered from these drivers will be published in full today, offering a unique perspective on the vehicle’s performance and appeal. This hands-on approach underscores a commitment to community engagement, fostering a connection with readers cultivated over nearly two decades.
The HB20S: A Sedan in a Hatchback World
The HB20S is the sedan variant of the popular HB20,launched in Argentina this past March. It enters a market segment experiencing a significant contraction.While the Fiat Cronos remains a best-seller, other manufacturers have largely abandoned the small sedan category.Toyota discontinued the Yaris sedan, and Renault is phasing out production of the Logan. Sales figures for the Nissan Versa and Volkswagen Virtus remain notably low. [1]
Did You Know? The decline of the small sedan is a global trend, driven by the rising popularity of SUVs and crossovers.
Korean Brands Stand Apart
Hyundai,along with Kia,is an exception to this trend. Coinciding with the HB20S launch, Kia introduced the new K3 sedan. [1] This demonstrates a continued commitment to offering sedan options in a market increasingly dominated by other vehicle types.
Engine and Trim Levels
The HB20S shares the same mechanicals as the HB20 hatchback, featuring a 1.6-liter Gamma engine producing 125 horsepower and 166 nm of torque.Buyers can choose between a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. Two trim levels are available: Comfort Plus Manual (24,600,000 pesos) and Platinum Automatic Safety (31,200,000 pesos).
Extended Road Test
Following the reader focus group, Engine secured a HB20S Platinum Safety Automatic for a week-long road test. The extensive results of the focus group, incorporating feedback from all participants, will be released today. A full, in-depth review of the HB20S will follow next week.
| Trim Level | Transmission | Price (Pesos) |
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| Comfort Plus | Manual | 24,600,000 |
| Platinum Safety | Automatic | 31,200,000 |
Pro Tip: When considering a new vehicle, always factor in long-term running costs,