Do I need the higher powered Hyundai i40?

Hyundai i40 1.7d: 116- or 136hp? Will twenty horses make much difference?

Des Marron (Clane,co Kildare)

Sep 2014 Filed under: choosing new car

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Expert answer

Hi Des,

It really depends what you use your car for. If it's just you in the car most of the time then the 116hp engine is fine, especially for cruising on the motorway. You'll appreciate the extra performance of the 136hp unit around town and on the open road for overtaking, however. Also, if you regularly fill your car up with luggage or people - or you plan on doing any towing - we'd recommend you go for the more powerful model.

Let us know which way you go

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D