Pony Second Generation (1982-1990)
| Production | 1982–1990 |
|---|---|
| Body style | 2-door coupé utility 5-door hatchback |
| Engine | 1.2 L Mitsubishi 4G36 I4 1.4 L Mitsubishi 4G33 I4 1.6 L Mitsubishi 4G32 I4 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual 5-speed manual 3-speed automatic |
In January 1982, the Pony II was presented. It was a facelift from the previous model. Quoting a sales brochure: "You'll see New Pony luxury in such things as rectangular halogen headlamps, fitted in a smart new radiator grille. You'll see it in the wrap-around indicators, completely re-styled rear lamp clusters and neatly designed instrument panel with easy-to-read gauges. These new refinements are just part of many distinctive features of the New Pony." The Pony II was only available in 5-door hatchback, and 2-door pickup versions.
With the Pony II, export also began to the United Kingdom in 1982. The Pony was also exported to Canada from 1983, but not to the United States because the Pony didn't pass emissions standards there. Canadian sales greatly exceeded expectations, and it was at one point the top-selling car in that market, as they were among the most inexpensive cars sold there. The Pony II were notorious for poor quality, although it afforded a much higher degree of quality and refinement in the lowest price auto segment than the Eastern-bloc imports of the period then available, which helped Hyundai to get a foothold in that market.
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