In 2024, a series of new car models are expected to enter Vietnam, including new generations or upgraded versions of models such as the Hyundai Accent, Tucson, Santa Fe, Kia Sonet, Seltos, Carnival…
New generation Hyundai Accent
Global debut in March 2023, the new generation of Accent has undergone a complete design overhaul.
The car is equipped with many modern amenities such as a 10.25-inch floating touchscreen, a two-spoke steering wheel, 64-color ambient lighting that can be customized, wireless phone charging, electronic parking brake, rear sunshade…
The car also features a range of safety driving assistances such as 6 airbags, ABS anti-lock braking system, EBD electronic brakeforce distribution, and standard rear parking sensors. The high-end version is equipped with active safety technology Hyundai Smartsense, with prominent features such as forward collision warning, blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, lane departure warning…
In 2023, Hyundai Accent achieved an impressive growth with 17,452 units sold, ranking second in the Vietnamese market. Therefore, it is highly likely that the new generation will be introduced in Vietnam in 2024.
Upgraded Hyundai Creta
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The Creta is one of Hyundai’s best-selling compact SUVs in the Vietnamese market. In 2023, Creta recorded sales of 10,719 units.
Recently, this B-segment SUV has been launched with an upgraded version in the Indian market. It is highly likely that the car will continue to be introduced in other markets including Vietnam.
In this upgraded version, the exterior design of the car has been refined with a more angular front grille similar to the “big brother” Palisade. The LED position lights are designed in a pixelated style, connected by a horizontal LED strip running across the hood. Meanwhile, the 2024 Creta’s headlamps are separated and positioned towards the sides, similar to the new Santa Fe.
At the rear, the car features a “L”-shaped taillight design, lying horizontally across the back of the car, resembling the LED position lights. Below is a new silver rear bumper with a more muscular and aggressive design.
In terms of interior, the cabin of the 2024 Hyundai Creta has also undergone several changes compared to the current version. The most notable upgrade is the dual-screen setup consisting of a digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen. In addition, the car also has a small screen located near the armrest, which is used to adjust the air conditioning and other settings in the car. The steering wheel and gear lever have been redesigned.
Upgraded Hyundai Tucson
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In December 7th, 2023, the Hyundai Tucson facelift was officially launched with a total of 12 variants.
Compared to the predecessor version, the exterior design of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson has undergone minor changes. The front of the car features the downsized Parametric radiator grille, accompanied by bird-themed positioning lights. At the same time, the front bumper has been expanded horizontally, making the car look more imposing. Meanwhile, the body and rear tail lamps of the new Tucson remain almost unchanged compared to the previous model.
Inside, the car also receives significant changes with notable features such as the dual-screen setup similar to the Santa Fe 2024. This setup includes a digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. The three-spoke steering wheel is made sleeker and integrates function buttons.
New generation Hyundai Santa Fe
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Despite the controversy over its new design, the new generation Hyundai Santa Fe continues to attract the attention of Vietnamese users. The car has a robust and square shape, reminiscent of Land Rover models.
In terms of interior, in this new generation, the Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a range of modern amenities such as a driver-oriented curved display panel, heated steering wheel, heated/ventilated front seats, dual-zone air conditioning, 360-degree camera, hill descent control, and a 50:50 front/rear torque distribution system.
Upgraded Kia Morning
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Launched in July 2023, the 2024 Kia Morning is the second facelift version of the current generation (introduced in 2017). The new upgrade impresses with a more muscular front and rear design, along with vertically placed headlights and taillights. The car is also equipped with new features such as automatic acceleration, lane-keeping assist, and a digital instrument cluster.
New generation Kia K3
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In August 2023, the new generation of Kia K3 (now called K4) was accidentally caught during testing in the United States. Although it was heavily disguised, many people could still notice some new features on the exterior such as the vertically-placed headlights similar to other new Kia products, as well as the eye-catching two-tone design of the wheels.
Upgraded Kia K5
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Introduced since October 2023, the Kia K5 has undergone some changes in terms of appearance and new technology-equipped interior.
In the 2024 version, the K5 impresses with slim headlamps that create a 3D angular effect and a strip of LED running along the hood. The daytime running lights have a new design, more personality. The car also features new alloy wheels.
The interior of the car has undergone noticeable upgrades with a dual-screen setup consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an infotainment touchscreen. Below this screen is the sleek air vent, new ambient lighting strip, and the climate control system.
Upgraded Kia Sonet
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As a popular model of Kia in the Vietnamese market, the upgraded Sonet is also expected to arrive in Vietnam this year.
In this lifecycle upgrade, the car’s exterior has been significantly refined. The Sonet stands out with new LED headlights and seamless “C”-shaped taillights. The front and side bumpers, as well as the rear bumper, have been redesigned. The cabin has been modernized with a large 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster inherited from the “big brother” Seltos.
Upgraded Kia Seltos
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After being introduced in India in mid-July 2023, Vietnamese users are also eagerly awaiting the facelift version of the Kia Seltos.
The B-segment SUV has undergone design refinements, from headlights, front grill, to rear lights, and new alloy rims. The Seltos facelift is available in 18 variants, including 3 engine options, 7 exterior colors, and 2 dual-tone color options.
Not only the exterior, the interior of the 2024 Seltos has also been redesigned with new features, including a dual-screen setup with a 10.23-inch touchscreen infotainment screen and a high-resolution 10.23-inch digital instrument cluster. The upgraded Seltos has a larger panoramic sunroof compared to the previous version. It also features a dual-zone automatic climate control system and an electronic parking brake. In addition, the car is equipped with a 360-degree camera, 8-inch HUD display, automatic wipers, and an 8-speaker Bose audio system.
Upgraded Kia Sorento
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Introduced in July 2023 in its home country South Korea, Kia Sorento facelift is equipped with noticeable new design features such as vertically placed LED headlights and redesigned LED daytime running lights.
In terms of interior, the car is equipped with a pair of curved screens, combining a central touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Just below this screen is a slim air vent, new lighting strip, and the climate control system.
A new technology added to the 2024 Kia Sorento is the user fingerprint scanning system at the central control cluster. This feature allows users to easily start the car or make payments for additional fees.
Upgraded Kia Carnival
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Upgraded Kia Carnival is one of the most anticipated models of the South Korean automaker.
The 4th generation of the Carnival facelift has a clearer SUV style, with the “modern boldness” concept based on Kia’s “Opposites United” design philosophy.
The car is equipped with vertically placed headlights and star map daytime running lights to create a futuristic image. The radiator grille is larger and more square-shaped, instead of the chamfered edges in the current version. The car also has new wheels with straight horizontal and vertical spokes, in harmony with the overall design.
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