13th February 2025
Instant success for the New Hyundai Inster
There is no escaping the figures. A four-seater city car, that is full electric, with 327-
kilometre range and dimensions of 1,575mm tall, 1,610 wide, 4,825mm wheelbase,
with boot space of 238 litres, which can be expanded to 351 litres or 1059 litres with
all seats folded flat – yours for 19k – take a breath - 19k.
Welcome the Hyundai Inster, a car that defies its footprint, coming with internal
space for four substantial adults, (as at its Irish launch), and every conceivable
convenience, safety and comfort item one could ask for – did I mention 19k?
We now live in the realm of the electric car, particularly in the urban areas, where
driving lanes are narrower, footpaths are continuous, cycle and bus lanes abound,
with the sharing of our road space ever more demanding, due to cyclist, electric
scooters, skateboarders, mono-wheelers and pedestrians.
The manoeuvrability of the Inster, all the while keeping four adults in appreciated
comfort, was a revelation on my short, but informed test drive. The driver’s view out
the extensive glass area is excellent, making easy of that urban demand and going
well in removing the stress of the commute and to remind you – 19k.
