Hyundai Solati

The Solati's interior is oriented towards convenience and comfort. With a cabin height of 1,928 mm, it boasts a spacious headroom that makes it perfect for its 16-seater nature. This roominess also extends to its capacity for loading and hauling cargo. Add to this the high roofline, and you get even larger headspace, perfect for things like stacking boxes or crates.

The 16-seater arrangement is intended to accommodate as many people as possible while ensuring individual comfort. Leatherette upholstery adds a sense of luxury and added durability to the seating, and its adjustable nature allows the Solati to transition from passenger vehicle to cargo vehicle with relative ease.

Not one to skimp on other essentials, the central placement of the Solati's instrument cluster and the simplistic layout of the dashboard overall are straightforward and practical. This non-nonsense arrangement allows instant access to entertainment and information tools. As an added touch of simple luxury, the Solati even comes with a 2-DIN stereo system with USB and Bluetooth connectivity. The addition of extensive storage compartments and additional creature comforts rounds everything out and makes for a perfect marriage of form and function. 

The exterior style of the Hyundai Solati is the perfect blend of style and functionality, making it appropriate for private or professional uses. At 6,196 mm long, 2,038 mm wide, and 2,760 mm tall, with a 3,670 mm wheelbase providing a 185 mm ground clearance, the Solati is indeed quite sizeable.

The Solati has a noticeable black front bumper with an integrated practical footstep for simple access to the windshield. The Hyundai insignia is prominently featured in a large, upright grille located over the bumper, with large, angular halogen headlamps that provide excellent illumination for nighttime driving.

The Solati's boxy side profile maximizes cargo capacity and interior space. This, coupled with the van's high roofline, provides plenty of headroom for passengers or cargo. Wide-fixed side windows and a one-piece rear glass provide maximum visibility even when the van is at full capacity. On either side of the back doors are the vertical taillights which provide excellent visibility for oncoming traffic, even in the most challenging of weather. The rear bumper is also specifically designed to make the loading and unloading of cargo a breeze.

Designed to serve as a commercial van for the transportation of people and products, the Solati puts stability and passenger comfort front and center. Its independent McPherson strut type and rigid parabolic leaf spring rear suspension provide excellent cushioning on all terrains. 

The front and rear twin-tube gas-charged shock absorbers help to further improve ride comfort, making the Solati an ideal vehicle for both short excursions and lengthy travel.

The Solati is powered by a 2.5-litre CRDi (Common Rail Direct Injection) engine, a four-cylinder, six-speed manual diesel engine that comes with an intercooler and turbocharger for added performance and fuel economy. Its 75-litre fuel tank allows it to travel farther between refueling stops. Able to generate 170 PS (168 horsepower) at 3,600 rpm, with 422 Nm of torque at 1,500 and 2,500 rpm, the Solati is sure to deliver a reliable and powerful performance for personal or commercial use.

The Hyundai Solati comes with a decent lineup of safety features, most of which are industry standards for all modern vehicles. Although it isn’t the most comprehensive, it is nevertheless a good thing to have. Aside from the obvious offerings such as seatbelts and airbags, it also comes with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), a crash sensor, and an engine immobilizer.  

If you’re looking for a great multi-purpose cargo van that can serve both private and commercial purposes seamlessly, the Hyundai Solati is a great, no-frills option that covers all of your needs.