New Hyundai Car To Challenge Maruti S-Presso
Hyundai is planning to expand its Indian product portfolio with a range of new models. At present, however, the carmaker is conducting feasibility studies for a couple of new models including an entry-level SUV-styled hatchback to challenge the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso and the upcoming Tata H2X.
Speaking to carandbike, Tarun Garg, Director – Sales, Marketing, Hyundai Motor India, revealed that the company is considering a new model with SUV-ish styling in the entry-level segment to appeal the first time buyers. As of now, the South Korean carmaker has three entry-level cars, namely, Santro, Grand i10 Nios and Grand i10. All of them have been generating decent volume for the carmaker.
Details of the new Hyundai small car are still under the wraps. Though, it’s likely to feature a 1.0L, 3-cylinder engine. Its power and torque figures are unknown to us. The carmaker might also use the Santro’s 1.1L, 4-cylinder engine that pushes out a maximum power of 67bhp and a peak torque of 100Nm. The hatchback comes with a 5-speed manual and an AMT gearbox option. Read – Hyundai Creta 7-Seater SUV Coming To India
In the company’s product lineup, the new Hyundai small SUV-ish car will sit between the Santro hatchback and Venue subcompact SUV. It’s likely to take a good 1 to 2 years to hit Indian shores. Prices of the vehicle are likely to fall in the range of Rs 4 lakh – Rs 7 lakh (ex-showroom). Hyundai’s Gwangju-based facility in South Korea will serve as production hub for the new entry-level hatchback.
In coming months, Hyundai will roll out the Tucson facelift and new-generation i20 premium hatchback. The carmaker is also working on a 7-seater version of the Creta that was recently spotted testing on foreign land. Besides this, Hyundai aims to tap the MPV segment with a new model that will be put up against the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Mahindra Marazzo.
2020 Hyundai i20 Preview
