HYUNDAI INSTER REVIEW

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The Hyundai Inster is lauded as a highly capable and surprisingly spacious compact electric city car, justifying its World Car of the Year award. The reviewer highlights its exceptional interior versatility, with seats that fold flat and a clever sliding rear bench that balances passenger legroom with boot capacity, creating a 'TARDIS-like' experience. Practicality is further enhanced by numerous thoughtful touches and ample storage, including a generous 1000L boot with seats folded. The driving experience is described as light, nippy, and maneuverable, making it ideal for city driving, yet it also proves capable and fun on B-roads and surprisingly competent at motorway speeds. Efficiency is a strong point, with the reviewer achieving 4.8 miles per kWh even with aggressive driving and air conditioning use. The interior boasts a user-friendly design with physical controls and familiar Hyundai/Kia infotainment systems, complemented by durable, hard-wearing materials that feel more robust than competitors. The primary drawback identified is significant wind noise at motorway speeds, attributed to the large, upright windscreen, though the reviewer deems it a minor issue given the car's intended use. Despite its quirky aesthetics not being tailored for the reviewer's demographic, the Inster is praised as a 'lovable' and 'joy to drive' vehicle that offers excellent value, making it a highly recommended test drive for anyone considering an affordable EV.