The Hyundai Mistra (Chinese: 现代名图; pinyin: Xiàndài Míngtú) is a mid-size sedan manufactured by Hyundai through the Beijing Hyundai joint venture in China.[1] It slots between the Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Sonata in Hyundai's Chinese vehicle line-up.[2] The first generation was produced between 2013 and 2020 with a facelift launched in 2017, while the second generation was unveiled in 2020, with an electric version also available with a range of 520 km.[3]

Hyundai Mistra
Hyundai Mistra (first generation)
Overview
ManufacturerHyundai
Production2013–2023
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car (D)
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive

First generation (CF; 2013)

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First generation (CF)
 
Overview
Production2013–2020
Model years2014–2020
AssemblyChina: Beijing (Beijing Hyundai)
Body and chassis
RelatedHyundai Sonata
Kia K4 (China)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
7-speed DCT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,770 mm (109.1 in)
Length4,710 mm (185.4 in)
Width1,820 mm (71.7 in)
Height1,470 mm (57.9 in)
Curb weight1,435–1,481 kg (3,164–3,265 lb)
 
Rear view

The Mistra was first teased as a concept vehicle at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show and was launched as a production model in the end of 2013, as a model of 2014.[4] It was developed with the Chinese market in mind but may be produced for other markets in the near future.

The Mistra was conceived as a premium compact vehicle, a popular and growing niche within the Chinese automobile market which typically includes, a longer wheelbase, extended rear legroom, higher quality interior trim, and luxury features usually not available on compact vehicles. Included amongst the features of the Mistra are real wood trim and metal trim, an LCD instrument display and leather interior.

Engines

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The Mistra is available with two variants of the Hyundai Nu engine. A 1.8-litre variant producing 143 horsepower, and a 2.0-litre version producing 155 horsepower.

2017 facelift

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2017 facelift Hyundai Mistra in China

The first generation Hyundai Mistra received a facelift that debuted in April 2017 on the Shanghai Auto Show,[5] and was available to the market in May 2017. The updated exterior styling features a redesigned front end with updated headlamps, front bumper, and grilles and a restyled rear bumper in the rear. The updated interior features an 8-inch touch screen equipped with Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife for the infotainment system.[6]

Second generation (DU2; 2020)

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Second generation (DU2)
 
Overview
Production2020–2023
Model years2021–2023
AssemblyChina: Beijing (Beijing Hyundai)
Body and chassis
PlatformHyundai-Kia N3
RelatedHyundai Sonata (DN8)
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor
Transmission7-speed DCT
CVT
Battery56.5 kWh lithium-ion
Electric range520 km (323 mi) NEDC
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,770 mm (109.1 in)
Length4,780 mm (188.2 in) (Petrol)
4,815 mm (189.6 in) (EV)
Width1,815 mm (71.5 in)
Height1,460 mm (57.5 in) (Petrol)
1,470 mm (57.9 in) (EV)
Curb weight1,305–1,392 kg (2,877–3,069 lb) (Petrol)
1,610 kg (3,549 lb) (EV)

The second generation Mistra was first unveiled at the 2020 Guangzhou Auto Show[7] and was planned to be available on the market in 2021. It was developed exclusively for the Chinese market.

Engines

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The second generation Mistra is available with two engines. A 1.8-litre variant producing 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) mated to a CVT, and a 1.5-litre turbo version producing 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) mated to a 7-speed DCT.[8]

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References

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  1. ^ "Newsroom | Company - Hyundai Worldwide". Archived from the original on 2016-03-04. Retrieved 2014-08-03.
  2. ^ Lowney, Damon (13 November 2013). "China, meet Hyundai's new Mistra sedan".
  3. ^ "续航520公里 全新现代名图纯电版谍照". autohome.
  4. ^ "Hyundai Mistra concept debuts at China auto show". autoweek.com. 21 April 2013.
  5. ^ "Facelift For The Hyundai Mistra In China". carnewschina.com. 12 January 2017.
  6. ^ "Facelifted Hyundai Mistra Launched On The Chinese Car Market". carnewschina.com. 5 May 2017.
  7. ^ "新名图等 北京现代公布广州车展阵容". autohome.
  8. ^ "全新现代名图将于2021年上半年上市". autohome.
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