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Blue Drive

From the materials we source and the production processes we use, to low emissions, ownership and recycling, Hyundai is constantly looking for new ways to create cleaner and more efficient cars. And Blue Drive is a big part of our commitment to eco-friendly driving.

New Thinking is Blue Thinking.

Our cars use a collection of innovative Blue Drive technologies to improve fuel consumption and reduce emissions. We don't include them on every vehicle just so we can tick a box - only when it makes sense, so that each system or process works together to give the best result.

From supermini to SUV, models like the ix20, ix35 and Santa Fe include specifically chosen Blue Drive technologies to increase efficiency and reduce emissions. To take this evolution one step further, we also introduced our first Blue Drive signature model, the i10 Blue.

Designed for the city, but also to travel longer distances too, the Blue model incorporates numerous Blue Drive technology features, such as Intelligent Stop & Go, low rolling resistance tyres and an Alternator Management System, all of which save more fuel and money. Every i10 is exempt from road tax for the first year of ownership. But the Blue model, with emissions of just 99g/km, means no London congestion charge to pay either*.

Our new thinking will be taking our commitment to eco-friendly driving a step further with the introduction of more Blue Drive models in the future. Longer term, our world leading development and creation of core technologies for fuel cell and hybrid cars means we are dedicated to finding new solutions to create even more efficient cars.

Read on to discover more about the technologies used in our current model range.

* £10 annual fee required by TfL.

ISG (Intelligent Stop & Go)

Sitting in traffic or waiting at the lights uses a lot of fuel. In these situations, ISG automatically stops the engine and instantaneously restarts it when you press on the clutch. It's kinder to the environment, reducing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions during urban driving, and cuts out engine noise when your car is stationary. You'll hardly notice it, but one thing's for sure. With up to 15% fuel saved each year when ISG is used regularly (and depending on the type of driving), you'll definitely notice the difference in your pocket.

Low rolling resistance tyres

Less effort means less energy. And these tyres help reduce your fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions, without compromising on grip or safety.

Electric Power Steering

Replacing traditional hydraulics-based systems that rely on pumps, connecting hoses and oil, Electric Power Steering has fewer components, weighs less and consumes less engine power. Overall, it's quieter in operation and helps reduce your fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions.

Eco Drive Indicator

This innovative system helps you get the most from your Hyundai by showing you best time to change gear, which in turn helps maximise fuel efficiency. With a manual transmission, you can achieve a fuel saving of 7-9%.

Alternator Management System (AMS)

This clever technology controls charge to the battery to help lower fuel consumption. The battery will only be charged during deceleration or when the engine's working less hard - so you keep going for longer.

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

The DPF is a component of the exhaust system, whose function is to trap the soot particles from the combustion process and prevent them from leaving the exhaust pipe. By trapping these particles, exhaust smoke is virtually eliminated and CO₂ emissions are reduced.

7 easy ways to make your car more efficient

With petrol prices on the rise, it pays to make your car more fuel efficient. And it's good for the environment too.

Have your vehicle serviced regularly at your local Hyundai dealer

Regular maintenance keeps your car operating at its most efficient
Clean oil allows the engine to rotate more freely. While a clean air filter allows the engine to breathe more easily.

Check your tyre pressures

Over time, tyres can naturally leak a small amount of air, so make sure your tyres are inflated to the correct levels. See your handbook for more details.
Low tyre pressures cause more drag, meaning more effort is required to move the vehicle.
Check pressures regularly to keep friction to a minimum, offering up to a 2% improvement in efficiency.

De-clutter your car

The lighter your car, the less effort it takes to move it.
Clear your boot of any junk. Carrying only the things you really need could offer an improvement in efficiency.

Remove roof-mounted loads

A roof box, used or unused, creates a lot of wind resistance.
If you're not using it, take it off. This can offer an improvement of up to 2% in efficiency.

Turn the air conditioning off when not needed

Used correctly, air conditioning is a great feature. But it makes sense to turn it off if you don't really need it.
However, if the weather is very hot, it's more economical to use the air conditioning than to have the windows open, which causes drag.
The general rule is: Slow Driving - air conditioning off, windows open. Faster Driving - air conditioning on, windows closed.
Together, these tips could offer an improvement of up to 8% in efficiency.

Don't use more petrol than you need to

Drive off as soon as your engine is running and turn off the engine as soon as you've arrived at your destination.

Don't fill up

Fuel in your tank is heavy and uses engine power to move around. The less fuel you have on board, the less your engine has to work.
Filling up more regularly but only to 1/2 or 3/4 of a tank could result in a 1% improvement in efficiency.