Hyundai Equus Model Sedan Series

Hyundai Equus Model Sedan Series

The Hyundai Equus (Korean), known as the Hyundai Centennial in the Middle East, is a full-size high-end luxury car that serves as the flagship model of Hyundai Motor Company. The Hyundai Equus is the largest and most expensive sedan in the company's lineup. In 2009, the company released a new version on a rear-wheel drive platform aimed to compete with the BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class, Audi A8, Lexus.

The bulletproof Equus vehicles will be used for security purposes during various events including the 2010 G-20 Leaders Summit to be held in Korea. The vehicles are based on the limousine version of the Equus. Hyundai made this vehicle with a special alloy and have an automatic cooler system in case of fire. The limos also have bulletproof windows. According to the Hyundai, the bulletproof Equus limousines provide a similar level of protection to bulletproof vehicles from such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Hyundai Equus 2009 Hyundai Equus
Manufacturer Hyundai Motor Company
Production 1999–present
Assembly Ulsan, South Korea
Class Full-size luxury car
Body style(s) 4-door sedan

First generation Hyundai Equus
Also called Hyundai Centennial
Mitsubishi Proudia
Mitsubishi Dignity
Production 1999–2008
Assembly Ulsan, South Korea
Layout FF layout
Engine(s) Sigma 3.0 L V6
Lambda 3.3 L V6
Sigma 3.5 L V6
Lambda 3.8 L V6
8A80 – GDI 4.5 L V8
8A80 – MPI 4.5 L V8
Transmission(s) 5-speed automatic
Wheelbase 2,840 mm (111.8 in)
(limo: 3,090 mm (121.7 in))
Length 1999–2003 : 5,065 mm (199.4 in)
(limo: 5,335 mm (210.0 in))
2003–2008 : 5,120 mm (201.6 in)
(limo: 5,390 mm (212.2 in))
Width 1,870 mm (73.6 in)
Height 1,480 mm (58.3 in)
(limo: 1,485 mm (58.5 in))
Related Mitsubishi Proudia
Mitsubishi Dignity
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