People mover
Hyundai iMax
No winner has been named in the People Mover category in 2013. The iMax topped the score sheet, but is unable to be crowned the winner because its safety rating is below what’s expected from Australia’s Best Cars.
The Hyundai has won the class five times before, but it only has a four-star ANCAP safety rating, preventing it being awarded a trophy in 2013 due to new, more stringent criteria that requires a five-star rating.
The iMax meets the objectives of functional and practical transport for the larger family and at an affordable price.
It makes easy work of seating all eight occupants, yet is still able to swallow plenty of luggage while maintaining good head and leg room. Three child restraint anchor points are provided in the middle row of seats, but none for row three.
The 2.5-litre turbo-diesel with five-speed auto is the best choice, offering extra torque and better fuel economy (9.0 litres/100km) over the petrol version. On-road, the iMax’s physical size starts to count against it, mustering only an average score for handling and the bulk will also be noted when it comes to parking.
Indicative Drive Away Price: $47,614
Criteria out of 10 – Hyundai iMax
| Value for
Money |
Rating |
| Pricing |
5H |
| Depreciation |
6M |
| Running Costs |
8H |
| Fuel Consumption |
3H |
| Warranty and dealer access |
9H |
| Insurance |
6L |
| Standard Features |
2H |
| Design and
Function |
Rating |
| Safety |
5C |
| Environment |
5C |
| Comfort |
9C |
| Space |
10C |
| Practicality |
8C |
| Ergonomics |
9C |
| Build and Finish |
7M |
| On the
Road |
Rating |
| Performance |
7M |
| Ride |
8H |
| Handling |
6M |
| Braking |
7H |
| Smoothness and Quietness |
7L |
Note: Level of weighting importance for each score: L = Low, M = Medium, H = High, C =
Critical.