Hyundai Motor Unveils New Hybrid Dedicated GDI Engine and Front-Wheel Drive 8-speed Automatic Transmission

The new front-wheel drive 8-speed automatic transmission has improved fuel economy by an impressive 7.3% when compared with the existing 6-speed automatic transmission unit. Coupled with better driveability and smoothness of the wider gear span, Hyundai Motor will present a powerful new option with its Lambda, Theta turbo GDI, and R family engines, targeting the large and luxury car segments.