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Hyundai Galloper 1st Gen

1991 – 1997

The Hyundai Galloper, also known by various other names such as Galloper Exceed and Mitsubishi Galloper, is a mid-size SUV manufactured by the South Korean automaker Hyundai from 1991 to 2004. The vehicle was an effort by Chung Mong-koo, leading the Hyundai Precision and Industry Co., Ltd. division of the Hyundai Group, to diversify Hyundai's product lineup and cater to the market's demand for utility vehicles. Chung Mong-koo's decision to localise the Galloper was motivated by the perceived reluctance of Hyundai Motor, then led by his uncle, to develop SUVs, despite their growing popularity. By expanding Hyundai's offerings to include a mid-size SUV like the Galloper, Chung Mong-koo believed the Hyundai Group and the Korean market as a whole would benefit. Despite the Galloper being initially branded as a Hyundai model, it also had other iterations such as the Mitsubishi Galloper and Hawtai Jitian, further demonstrating its versatility and adaptability across different markets and partnerships. The vehicle's production spanned over a decade, showcasing its longevity and relevance during that period. Key Points: 1. The Hyundai Galloper is a mid-size SUV manufactured by Hyundai from 1991 to 2004. 2. The vehicle was part of Hyundai's efforts to diversify its product lineup and cater to the growing demand for SUVs. 3. The Galloper was brought to fruition by Chung Mong-koo