Hyundai's INSTER, also known as the CASPER Electric, has had its official price revealed for the Korean market today: After all available government credits, subsidies, and discounts, the price ranges from: ✅ a minimum of $14,500 USD to ✅ a maximum of $18,000 USD. Note: The price will vary depending on the market. This information is specifically for the domestic Korean price to give you an idea of the pricing structure. A test drive video of the INSTER is coming soon. Let me know in the comment below if the Google Translate didn't work properly on the image.
Nope this is puny even smaller than my 2018 fiesta se beater is! That compact b segment doesn't sell well at ALL here in the U.S. Just 6-8% of the total annual sales. And you need volume to make sheap small cars work. Also the chevy bolt was just as cheap or CHEAPER with ev credits and didn't sell well with more space, more POWER and more range! 😀
We already had the Chevy Bolt, and look at all the used EVs that have seen significant value drops. We already have cheap EVs. And people still think they're too expensive.
@@chasf3433 problem is that Americans don't want micro weenie cars. That said, I am waiting for aptera or hoping Tesla makes a model 2. I don't trust Hyundai or Kia because they are notorious with blown engines and crap service.
@@aoh4905 i mean if they could entice the american masses with their “micro suv” bs (call it a hatchback jfc ) then it could work. especially as a gen z’ er i know most kids my age would like a car that is cheap and cute. if it stayed 15-20k usd even better
I grew up witnessing German engineering in automotive design and have always looked up to and admired their work. Koreans and others have caught up really fast indeed, but there's no way you guys are history just yet. You're still pioneers and great inventors as always 🙌
I did follow you a fair while ago, when I decided to buy an IONIQ 5... Didn't watch many videos afterwards. Quality of your videos and especially your English has improved soon much, really great progress. Will definitely recommend!
@@CarSceneKorea loving it. It’s „only“ the 2021 RWD big battery version but does the job very well. Of course there is room for improvement, especially for newcomers and people not as interested in EVs like the poor route/charging planning or the big difference in estimated and actual range when on the motorway (Germany) - I feel like the system struggles here a lot. Constant sound feedback is also not for everyone (beep beep beep…) it’s comfy and roomy and traveling is nice, also with family or a lot of luggage. Fits a lot and handles really well for its size in my opinion. Haven’t been considering a change thus far, overall had just one big problem with the 12V battery which was obviously not a secret. The ev6 and ioniq5 before September of last year (almost?) all had it… long story short: I am happy and can still recommend it, especially because there is literally no compromise for a reasonable price tag
Thanks for sharing, except for those things that are shared upon all EVs, seems like most of the IONIQ 5 (EV6) owners are greatly satisfied with the car, including my friend's parents whom I've convinced to get the IONQ 5 as their first EV. IONIQ 5 PE did get some improvement, but none of which you've listed unfortunately. Can't wait for the next all-new model!
Looks awesome, loving all these small city electric cars that are on the affordable side. I think they should just keep the Casper name, sounds better than Inster.
I really want one. Can't wait to drive it. But I could not decide for a color yet. The silver looks very nice. But also the orange, it's fresh. I wish it would be a lighter green available.
I can see how they have extended the wheel base which combined with the additional height results in the additional storage options, legroom and increased comfort for the rear passengers on longer journeys. Also Really like the design of the front seats with the integrated cup holders.
That would sell big in the US depending on its range. If it can get 250 miles and its marketed correctly for the segment of car buyers that don't plan to road trip much, it'll go.
Australia gets this in a few months. Very exciting. The folding of both seats will take surf boards easily. Huge opportunity here. Thanks for a great review.
That looks like my next car. Finally an affordable EV. And it fits into a regular parking spot. Would be even better if it had much fewer attention seeking electrical gadgets, but you can't have everything.
My dad, who has only driven German cars ever since he got here in the 90s, took one look at an ionic 5 and was instantly smitten by it. After I moved out, my parents don't have a need for a family car anymore, so they are looking to downsize from a SUV. Looks like a Hyundai might be a legitimate option if they keep their current track record.
When Rivian revealed the R3, everyone went wild. There is definitely a market and demand in the US for cheap compact EV's or just compact vehicles in general.
Interesting observation, the yellow model you drove has even ventilated front seats. How cool to see in that class. Together with that 2nd row versatility makes it hopefully sell like hot cakes.
This car is actually quite cute. I really like orange and silver. I was never a fan of ice version but this I’d consider in Korea although ev3 seems like a better deal overall.
@@_-Lea_- I know right? It's so perplexing...LFPs are cheaper...they would literally increase the profit margin or make this car even cheaper...plus these batteries are extremely durable. The only downside would be slightly lower range, which for people buying this type of car is not even a problem...
@@maximusasauluk7359 Exactly. And if you charge NCM to only 80% (which is recommended) but LFP to 100% (which is no problem for LFP), there probably isn't even a difference in range.
They just announced it in France and a car leasing company offers it starting at 195€ per month for usually 4 years as the regular contract but they don't specify. They didn't specify initial payment amount either. This is crazy competitive with French newer A segment such as eC3 Dacia Spring and R5
Thank you for this great presentation! This is the Car i am waiting for! Relative small size, but great inside! Clever and practical details! For me, a TESLA Fan but not owner, the INSTER is a clear buy! So i can say a great THANK YOU to my 2004 Toyota Prius, think i will send it to retirement!
Check out my first in-depth review on INSTER, CASPER Electric here: 2025 Hyundai CASPER (INSTER) Electric⚡The Affordable EV Revolution | Full Review, Specs & Features (18K views): ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-HY0Uj8faK8s.html
It's unfortunate this won't make it to the States. Americans like bigger vehicles which would be my guess why it won't make it here but I hope Hyundai develops a cheap EV like this for us because the design inside and out works. It's not too futuristic looking, but has all the bells and whistles. At this moment we only have the Kona and Ioniq 5 but with government mandating EVs, I think more models will need to be had.
So this is basically an electric Venue with their older digital display. Use those parts 😉 They really should bring this to North America. We need more affordable options.
@@Julia-hf9ykHLI (Hyundai-LG-Indonesia) battery factory was built a while ago and Casper is equipped with NCM batteries that are produced there. So the price seems to have gone down as well, Indonesia is one of the largest nickel-lithium deposits in the world.
Yes, confirmed by Hyundai, but the review I do is based on Korean models. Some say theres a chance of different markets getting different batteries, but it is NCM for Korean models for sure.
The vehicle needs to have ccNC (Connected Car Navigation Cockpit) in order to get the wireless AA, CarPlay update via OTA (Over-the-air) wireless update. The "first" pre-facelift IONIQ 5 and EV6 did not get ccNC, I couldn't find any article saying that it'd get such update.
미국 서부 시애틀 지역에서 석달동안 머물다 왔는데 현대 차 소형 SUV인 베뉴가 도로에서 종종 눈에 띄더라구요. 뭐 아이오닉5, 아이오닉6, EV6, 니로 전기차도 많고.. 여기 소개된 캐스퍼 전기차도 미국서 판매가 되려나 모르겠네요 판매되면 정말 인기 좋을것 같네요..
Well made and likeable video 👍 I really like this little Casper! However, I'm curious about the headroom and legroom for the driver. I am 196 cm tall (with heels). A body length of over 190 cm is not uncommon for Europeans. Has anyone tested whether people of this height can drive this car - and especially over a slightly longer distance, without pain in the back, head and neck. A height-adjustable steering wheel (?) would also be a plus.
At "Fully Charged Show" RU-vid channel, where I also star as a correspondent in Korea, the presenter Jack is 188cm tall and has not much of a problem both driver and second row seat. This video ought to have lots of answers you are looking for :) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WT7swFbkdV4.htmlsi=Rvd_WDd9ccMqG3Hu
The reviewer in this YT preview is 6’6” (198cm) and has plenty of headroom and legroom, even sitting behind the driver seat set up for himself: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WT7swFbkdV4.htmlsi=AD6_UOincarmaL5j
Promising small ev car. I know it's supposed to be a tiny car to be less expensive but wishing they come up with a slightly bigger version to haul a small family and more cargo space.
All the Kia/Hyundai EVs clearly use the same software and hardware, this looks pretty similar to my Kia Niro EV. I wish my Niro had all the folding seats, it makes huge difference when you use your car to haul stoff around and camp in it. Will the Casper be able to tow a trailer?
E-cars with wheel hub motors and the new 2000KM battery have a combined range of 3000 kilometers. There are also battery changing stations so that you finally no longer have to charge yourself! .Greetings Thomas PS: Please note: replacing a battery is quicker. 5 minutes for 3000KM.