Riding high on success of the new-generation Creta, Hyundai Motor Company is planning to expand its SUV range in the Indian market. The South Korean carmaker is working on the 7-seater version of the Creta that might make its way to India sometime in 2021. While its official name and details are yet to be revealed by the carmaker, the bigger Creta is reported to be christened ‘Hyundai Alcazar’. We have seen multiple spy pictures of Hyundai’s new 7-seater SUV revealing interesting design details.
Compared to its 5-seater sibling, the Hyundai Creta 7-seater is likely to be 30mm longer and have 20mm longer wheelbase. The carmaker will make noticeable design changes that might include a new chrome studded grille, smaller skid plate, bigger lower air intake, flatter roof and revised rear section.
Reports suggest that the bigger Creta will be offered with two seating configurations – 6-seater and 7-seater. While the former will come with captain seats for the second row and the latter will have bench-type second row of seats. Engine setup is likely to be sourced from the 5-seater Creta.
Rumour has it that the South Korean carmaker is conducting feasibility study for the Hyundai Palisade 8-seater SUV in the country. With a massive body built, the SUV measures 4980mm in length, 1975mm in width and 1750mm in height. Globally, the Palisade is offered with a 291bhp, 3.8L V6 direct injection petrol engine. In India, it could be made available with a 2.2L turbocharged diesel motor that’s good enough for 200bhp and 441Nm. For performing transmission duties, the SUV has an 8-speed automatic gearbox with a multi-plate torque converter.
The third-generation Hyundai i20 premium hatchback is reported to hit Indian roads in October, 2020. Its official launch date and details, however, are yet to be confirmed by the carmaker. The hatchback will come with three engines – 1.2L naturally-aspirated petrol (82bhp/113Nm), 1.0L turbo petrol (118bhp/172Nm) and 1.5L turbo diesel (82bhp/113Nm). There will be multiple gearbox options including a 5-speed MT, a 6-speed MT and AT.
With the generation change, the 2020 Hyundai i20 will receive significant updates include a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Hyundai’s BlueLink connected car technology, Bose premium audio system, a massive cascading grille, new headlamps with LED DRLs, blacked-out wing mirrors, wrap around LED taillamps and many more.
