Monday 30 January 2012

Hyundai i20 Review

Hyundai i20 Overall

Hyundai i20 Pictures In the hatchback category of cars Hyundai i20 is a new generation car with large headlamps and fog lamps. This new Hyundai i20 is even more spacious, stylish having amazing eye catching features. Equipped with standard safety features it has ABS, seat belts with pre-tensioner, dual air-bags for the driver and front passanger, auto-unlocking doors Hyundai i20 is one of the best car. Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) and suspension systems in the car are such that they provide maximum ease while driving the vehicle. This latest version of Hyundai i20 is best featured with many important special equipments that co-ordinates best with the activity of the driver.

The hatchback segment has one more addition in their kitty with the launch of Hyundai i20 in place by non other than Hyundai Motor India Ltd. This premium hatchback car is fully enabled with breathtaking looks and yet not compromising on the quality features. Hyundai i20 is a very stylish and classy car with very elegant exteriors and interiors.

The charisma of Hyundai i20 is outstanding with roomy and spacious interiors at place and the sleeky smart look of the car add wonder to the overall appearance. The sleeky and amazing look and technology of Hyundai i20 is by and larger inspired by its premium hatchback model Hyundai i30 which are already launched in Europe and Korea.

Hyundai i20 is available in both petrol and diesel option with different variants. Hyundai i20 is the first hatchback car in the Indian auto market which is packed with 6 Speed Manual Transmission Gearbox in its 1.4 L CRDI engine that delivers an impressive power of 90 PS whereas in 1.2 L Kappa engine packed 5 Speed Manual Transmission gearbox produces a power of 80 PS and in 1.4 L Gamma engine 4 Speed automatic transmission gearbox offers a power of 100 PS. Hyundai i20 is packed with many advance features that are complementing the style and sophistication it carries.

Hyundai i20 has concern not only for looks but i20 has taken care of all the safety measures of their passenger with highly advanced safety features and safeguards availability like ABS ( Anti Lock Braking System), MDPS ( Motor Driven Power Steering), etc.

Hyundai i20 is the personification of the modern premium compact hatchback car with sharpness and style in the exteriors and versatile and roomy at the same time in respect of interiors, and not to forget the comfort and safety and reliability it brings with the affordable price range.

Hyundai i20 Models

Hyundai i20 Petrol Models

Hyundai i20 1.4 Asta (AT) It is powered by the 1.4L, Gamma petrol engine with four speed automatic transmission gearbox. Other features are same like Hyundai i20 Asta.
Hyundai i20 1.4 Asta AT (O) with Sunroof This variant is also powered by the same 1.4L, Gamma petrol engine with four speed automatic transmission option. Other features are same like Hyundai i20 1.4 Asta (O).
Hyundai i20 Asta Additional features as compared to previous variant that this variant offers are Dual Front Airbags, Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch, Front Fog Lamps, ABS with EBD, Electrically Adjustable ORVMs, Rear Washer and Wiper, Heaight Adjustable Driver Seat, etcl
Hyundai i20 Asta (o) This variant carries the same features like i20 Asta but with this variant you will get an accessory package that inherits Side and Curtain Airbags, Sunroof, Front Map Lamps, etc.
Hyundai i20 Era Petrol It is a base variant of Hyundai i20 which is powered by the 1.2L, Kappa petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox that delivers 80PS of maximum power with maximum torque of 11.4Kgm.
Hyundai i20 Magna It carries some additional features as compared to i20 Era that are Body Colored ORVMs, Fabric Upholestry, Rear Parcel Tray, Rear Defogger with Timer, Tilt and Telescopic Steering, Glove Box Cooling, Luggage Lamp, and Rear Power Windows.
Hyundai i20 Sportz Option This variant carries the same features like i20 Sportz petrol but with this model you will get option to take wheel covers instead of Alloy Wheels and it will cost you around 15,000 lesser.
Hyundai i20 Sportz Petrol Additional features as compared to previous variant that this variant offers are Keyless Entry, Driver's Airbag with Seatbelt Pretensioner, Alloy Wheels, ORVMs Turn Indicator, Passenger Vanity Mirror, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel with Metallic Insert, Leather and Chrome Finished Gear Shift Knob, Height Adjustable Rear Headrest, Electrically Folding ORVMs, Steering Mounted Audio Control, etc.
Hyundai i20 1.4 Asta AT with AVN
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Hyundai i20 Diesel Models

Hyundai i20 Asta (o) 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) This variant offers same features as i20 Asta (O), the only difference is that it is powered by the 1.4L, diesel engine with six speed manual transmission gearbox.
Hyundai i20 Asta 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) This variant offers same features as i20 Asta, the only difference is that it is powered by the 1.4L, diesel engine with six speed manual transmission gearbox.
Hyundai i20 Era Diesel It is the base diesel variant powered by the 1.4L, 1396cc Diesel engine with six speed manual transmission gearbox with six speed manual transmission gearbox. Other features are same like i20 Era Petrol.
Hyundai i20 Magna 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) This variant offers same features as i20 Magna, the only difference is that it is powered by the 1.4L, diesel engine with six speed manual transmission gearbox.
Hyundai i20 Sportz Diesel This variant offers same features as i20 Sportz Petrol, the only difference is that it is powered by the 1.4L, diesel engine with six speed manual transmission gearbox.
Hyundai i20 Sportz Option Diesel This variant offers same features as i20 Sportz Option, the only difference is that it is powered by the 1.4L, diesel engine with six speed manual transmission gearbox.
Hyundai i20 1.4 Asta CRDi with AVN
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Hyundai i20 Mileage, Average And Fuel Economy

Hyundai i20 TachoMeter Hyundai i20, a hatchback segment car is available in both petrol and diesel engine option. Hyundai i20 is available in 3 engine option i.e. 1.4 L, 1396cc Gamma AT Petrol, 1.2 L 1196cc Kappa PL Petrol & 1.4 CRDI Diesel Engine.

Hyundai i20, with the engine option 1.4 L, 1396cc Gamma AT is a petrol variant with 4 Speed Automatic Transmission Gearbox that are very fuel efficient and gives tremendous performance. Hyundai i20 1.4 L engine with is high power delivers a mileage of 11.4 kmpl in the city roads and 15.1 kmpl on the highways.

Hyundai i20, with 1.2 L, 1196cc Kappa PL is also a petrol variant with 5 Speed Manual Transmission Gearbox that offers a very good mileage with better performance. The Mileage that this engine gives is 15 kmpl in the city road and 17 kmpl on the highways.

Hyundai i20, with 1.4 L CRDI Diesel engine is undoubtedly a diesel variant with 6 Speed Manual Transmission Gearbox with an excellent fuel efficiency system. The car gives a mileage of 18kmpl in the city and 23 kmpl on the highways.

Hyundai i20 Power

Hyundai i20 PhotosAs already said, Hyundai i20 is available in three engine option i.e. a 1.4L, Gamma AT petrol, 1.2L Kappa PL petrol and 1.4L, CRDI diesel engine.

Hyundai i20 which is powered by the 1.4L, 1396cc Gamma AT petrol is a very fuel efficient car with DOHC and MPFI fuel system. This In Line type petrol engine equipped with four speed automatic transmission gearbox, produces a maximum power of 100 PS at 5500rpm and a Maximum Torque of13.9kgm at 4200rpm.

Hyundai i20 powered by the 1.2L, 1196cc Kappa PL Petrol five Speed manual transmission gearbox also performs with stimulating effect and gives better performance. This 1.2L, In Line petrol engine delivers a maximum power of 80 PS at 5200rpm and a maximum torque of 11.4kgm at 4000rpm.

Hyundai i20, with 1.4L CRDI diesel engine with new six speed manual transmission gearbox performs excellently and produces a maximum power of 90PS at 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 22.4kgm at 1750~2750 rpm.

Hyundai i20 Colors

These colors are available with all variants of Hyundai i20
 
Black
 
Black Diamond
 
Dark Gray Metallic
 
Sparkle Blue
 
Silky silver
 
Sleek Silver
 
Silky Beige
 
Berry Red
 
Crystal White

Hyundai i20 Acceleration & Pick-Up

Hyundai i20 Gear Hyundai i20, 1.4 L, Gamma AT Petrol with DOHC and MPFI fuel system and In Line type 4 Speed automatic transmission gearbox engine produces a maximum power of 100 PS at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 13.9kgm at 4200 rpm. The highly powered engine reaches the breakthrough 100 km in just a span of 15.4 seconds and top speed of 164 kmph.

Hyundai i20, 1.2 L, Kappa PL petrol 5 Speed manual transmission gearbox with In Line type Engine produces a maximum power of 80PS at 5200 rpm and a maximum torque of 11.4kgm at 4000 rpm. This engine crosses the 100 km barrier in just 15.2 seconds with a top speed of 154kmph.

Hyundai i20, 1.4 L CRDI Diesel engine with new 6 Speed manual transmission gearbox performs excellently and produces a maximum power of 90 PS at 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 22.4kgm at 1750-2750 rpm. This extra high powered engine crosses 100 km in 13.2 seconds and reached top speed of 166kmph.

Hyundai i20 Exterior

The head turner, Hyundai i20 has a very elegant and stylish exterior look with sleek body and robust outer look to take the breath of anyone. The eye catching features of Hyundai i20 make it the most demanding car.

Hyundai i20 front is defined with a low slung grille, large headlamps and sporty round fog lamps. The car has distinctive front image with chrome finish C grille integrated with the logo of the company.  The steeply raked winds screen flows smoothly and merges with a novel tail section.

Similar to Renault Clio, Hyundai i20 features an upright tailgate which means more room for luggage too. The multi reflector front fog lamps that are build in the lower section has a very elegant round shape. The flush mounted headlamps near to the front grille give a very clear vision for greater driving comfort. The wider air dam on the front of the car gives more style and at the same time gives cooling effect. The sunroof option also gives a stylish and elegant look.

The alloy wheels and body colored outside mirrors with indicators and body colored door handles give the car a very aggressive and classy look.

Exterior Measurement

Hyundai i20 is a premium segment hatchback car with a capacity for 5 to seat.  The exterior dimensions of this car are length- 3940 mm, width - 1710 mm, height - 1505 mm with a wheelbase of 2525 mm. The ground clearance of 165 mm in this car is pretty good.

Hyundai i20 Interior

Hyundai i20 is a premium hatchback segment car with mind-blowing interiors which gives the car a great and classy look and attracts the car lovers in just a glance. The roomy and spacious interiors of the car adds glory to it and the 2 tone beige color interior complements the car in all respects. The spacious interiors of the Hyundai i20 makes you feel open even in traffic jams.

Hyundai i20 is packed with metal finished center fascia to give a very stylish and impressive interior look. Hyundai i20 is the first of its kind with cooling blue LED of eye soothing illumination in the interior of the car. The tilted and telescopic steering wheel with leather cover and metal finish gives  a very classy look to the interiors.

Some of the advanced interior features of Hyundai i20 are Cool Glove box that keeps your refreshment cool, Sunroof for the looks and protection against sun, Aux in & USB Port for comfort, Multi Information Display, 2 DIN in Dash Audio for joy and pleasure, Fully Automatic Temperature Control, Speakers & Tweeters.

The ergonomic Seats, Folding rear seat adds comfort while driving the car. Hyundai i20 is packed with theatre dimming Central room lamp. The storage in the car is also very good with the availability of centre consol multi purpose storage box, front door map pockets, passenger side seat back pocket, coat hook, Luggage hooks.

Tachometer, Dual Trip meter, passenger vanity mirror, leather & chrome finish gear knob, front map lamps are some other excitements.

Interior Comfort

Hyundai i20, a high end hatchback car is equipped with many advanced features to make the journey very comfortable and joyous. Some of the advanced features that adds comfort in this car are Air Condition with Heater for the cooling effect in the car, Cloth Seat Upholstery, AC vents with shut off options, Rear AC cooling Ducts for the back passengers, Electronic Power Steering ( MDPS) for a very smooth and comfortable driving, Power Window Option Front with time lag operation, Clutch Footrest helps driver to drive the car in a smooth and hassle free manner.
The Height Adjustable Headrests at front seats makes the driving of Hyundai i20 very comfortable, Power outlet 12 V, Battery Saver, Internally Adjustable ORVMs for changing the view without opening windows, Electrically Adjustable ORVMs, Bench Folding rear seat with 60-40 split rear seat with flat folding option to make the portion for luggage when going for outings, Rear defogger with timer, Tilt & telescopic steering for greater driving comfort, Luggage Lamp, Power Window Switches, Height Adjustable headrest rear, Rear wiper & washer are extra comfort features.

Interior Measurement

Hyundai i20 is a premium hatchback car with a sitting capacity of 5 people. Hyundai i20 is a very roomy and spacious car with elegant interiors that offers headroom of 95cm with a width of 135 cm. The rear seat has a generous legroom of 56cm (max) and 78cm (min).

Hyundai i20 Engine Capacity & Performance

Hyundai i20 Engine Hyundai i20, 1.4 L, 1396cc Gamma AT Petrol is powered with DOHC configuration and MPFI fuel system. The In Line type 4 Speed Automatic Transmission Gearbox engines of 4 Cylinders and 4 valves is very fuel efficient and produces a maximum power of 100 PS at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 13.9kgm at 4200 rpm.

Hyundai i20, 1.2 L,1196cc Kappa PL Petrol is packed with 5 Speed manual transmission gearbox with DOHC Valve Configuration and MPFI fuel supply system performs with stimulating effect  The In Line type engine with 4 Cylinders & 4 Valves produces a Maximum Power of 80PS at 5200 rpm and a maximum torque of 11.4kgm at 4000 rpm.

Hyundai i20, with 1.4 L CRDI Diesel engine is equipped with new 6 speed manual transmission gearbox with DOHC Valve configuration and CRDI fuel Supply system performs excellently and produces a maximum power of 90 PS at 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 22.4kgm at 1750 ~ 2750 rpm.

Hyundai i20 Wheels

Hyundai i20 Wheels Hyundai i20, 1.4 L, 1396cc Gamma AT Petrol is packed with 14 inches alloyed wheels. Hyundai i20 comes with tubeless tyres which are puncture resistant and helps you with comfortable journey. The size of the tyre is 185/65 R14 which are very big and efficient in controlling the car in case of off-roading and skidding in slippery road.

Hyundai i20, 1.2 L, 1196cc Kappa PL Petrol is packed with 14 inches alloyed wheels which give a very smart look. The size of the tyre is 175/70 R14 & 185/65 R14 tubeless tyre which helps you in controlling your car efficiently.

Hyundai i20, with 1.4 L CRDI Diesel engine is equipped with 14 inches alloyed wheels to add more effect on the look of the car. The tyre size of the car is 175/70 R14 & 185/65 R14 puncture proof tubeless tyre for the hassle free journey.

Hyundai i20 Braking & Handling

Hyundai i20 DashBoard Hyundai i20 is a very safe car in all means with an ultimate braking system. The car is packed with ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) with EBD that helps in preventing wheel lock up during panic braking. The front brakes of Hyundai i20 are Disc brakes and the rear brakes are also disc brakes which are very efficient in case of unexpected surprises in the road.

The suspension of the Hyundai i20 is very much distinctive and very efficient with front suspension of Mc Pherson strut with Gas shock absorber, rear suspension of couple torsion beam axle with gas shock absorber and rear shock absorber as gas filled, telescopic dual acting type.

Hyundai i20 Handling & Safety

Hyundai i20 Safety Hyundai i20 is a quite safe car with all the in built high technology safety features. The car has both active and passive safety features to safeguards against the unexpected surprises that come in our way. With the availability of array of advanced safeguards, Hyundai i20 can be driven with full peace of mind.

Some of the advanced features in Hyundai i20 are Driver Airbag with Seatbelt pretensioner, Side & curtain Airbag, Dual Airbag with Seatbelt pretensioner which are of great help in the time of accidents and collision. PAB (Passenger Airbag) on/off switch, ABS (Anti lock Braking System) with EBD which helps the prevention of wheel locking in case of abrupt braking.

Brake Assists is also a great safeguard, Low fuel warning Lamps, Door & tailgate Ajar warning lamps, Driver seat belt warning- Lamp & chim, Seat belt warning all are the warning safeguards that take car of the passengers. The day & night inside rear view mirror, RHD (Right Hand Drive) Control, Rear Fog Lamps are of great help in night and bad weather condition. Central Locking, Impact Sensing auto door unlock, Ignition key reminder - CLS disabled, Immobilizer, Keyless entry with burglar alarm and folding key, Child Safety lock are some exciting safety features that Hyundai i20 carries.

Hyundai i20 Stereo & Accessories

Hyundai i20 Accessories Hyundai i20 is packed with In dash 2 DIN MP3 Music system with 4 Speaker and 2 tweeter attached in the car to make the journey very joyful and you can listen to your favourite tunes while driving. Some other accessories in Hyundai i20 are audio inputs – Auxiliary and USB and steering mounted audio controls.

Hyundai i20 Pros & Cons

Hyundai i20 Pros :
More spacious, Stylish, Seating position is high compare to santro, Eye catching interior.
Hyundai i20 Cons :
Very Costly, Engine is not much smooth.

Hyundai i20 Specifications

Hyundai i20 Variants
Variants Transmission Engine Description Mileage Power AC Power Steering Central Locking
CityHighway
1.4 Asta (AT) (Petrol) Automatic 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
11.5 15.0 100PS at 5,500rpm Standard Standard Standard
1.4 Asta AT (O) with Sunroof (Petrol) Automatic 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
11.5 15.0 100PS at 5,500rpm Standard Standard Standard
Asta (Petrol) Manual 1197cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
14.0 17.0 80 PS at 5200 rpm Standard Standard Standard
Asta (o) (Petrol) Manual 1197cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
14.0 17.0 80 PS at 5200 rpm Standard Standard Standard
Era Petrol (Petrol) Manual 1197cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
14.0 17.0 80 PS at 5200 rpm Standard Standard Standard
Magna (Petrol) Manual 1197cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
14.0 17.0 80 PS at 5200 rpm Standard Standard Standard
Sportz Option (Petrol) Manual 1197cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
14.0 17.0 80 PS at 5200 rpm Standard Standard Standard
Sportz Petrol (Petrol) Manual 1197cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
14.0 17.0 80 PS at 5200 rpm Standard Standard Standard
1.4 Asta AT with AVN (Petrol) Automatic 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
11.5 15.0 100PS at 5,500rpm Standard Standard Standard
Asta (o) 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard
Asta 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard
Era Diesel (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard
Magna 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard
Sportz Diesel (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard
Sportz Option Diesel (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard
1.4 Asta CRDi with AVN (Diesel) Manual 1396cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
18.0 23.0 90PS at 4000rpm Standard Standard Standard

Hyundai i20 Price

Hyundai i20 Variants Price

Variants New Delhi Bangalore Mumbai Chennai Pune Hyderabad Kolkata
Era Petrol (Petrol) 4,59,205 4,64,794 4,81,036 4,66,767 4,67,619 4,66,942 4,63,114   Get On Road Price  
Magna (Petrol) 4,99,205 5,05,328 5,22,964 5,07,478 5,08,381 5,07,652 5,03,471   Get On Road Price  
Sportz Option (Petrol) 5,27,676 5,34,176 5,52,807 5,36,455 5,37,393 5,36,629 5,32,193   Get On Road Price  
Sportz Petrol (Petrol) 5,42,706 5,49,408 5,68,560 5,51,752 5,52,709 5,51,926 5,47,359   Get On Road Price  
Era Diesel (Diesel) 5,70,359 5,77,435 5,97,862 5,80,005 5,81,016 5,80,076 5,75,258   Get On Road Price  
Asta (Petrol) 5,84,208 5,91,464 6,12,088 5,93,993 5,95,012 5,94,167 5,89,229   Get On Road Price  
Asta (o) (Petrol) 5,93,737 5,93,934 6,22,316 5,93,965 6,05,004 6,04,197 5,93,746   Get On Road Price  
Magna 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) (Diesel) 6,10,354 6,17,964 6,39,808 6,20,712 6,21,782 6,20,783 6,15,608   Get On Road Price  
1.4 Asta AT (O) with Sunroof (Petrol) 6,29,164 6,37,017 6,59,210 6,39,748 6,40,823 6,39,922 6,34,584   Get On Road Price  
Sportz Option Diesel (Diesel) 6,38,821 6,46,811 6,69,663 6,49,684 6,50,797 6,49,755 6,44,328   Get On Road Price  
Sportz Diesel (Diesel) 6,53,856 6,62,045 6,85,427 6,64,986 6,66,121 6,65,057 6,59,495   Get On Road Price  
Asta 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) (Diesel) 6,95,862 7,04,611 7,29,429 7,07,739 7,08,915 7,07,810 7,01,876   Get On Road Price  
Asta (o) 1.4 CRDi (Diesel) (Diesel) 7,34,540 7,34,731 7,70,167 7,34,767 7,48,589 7,47,503 7,34,549   Get On Road Price  
1.4 Asta CRDi with AVN (Diesel) 7,47,361 - - - - - -   Get On Road Price  
1.4 Asta (AT) (Petrol) 7,59,754 7,69,348 7,96,098 7,72,661 7,73,901 7,72,832 7,66,336   Get On Road Price  
1.4 Asta AT with AVN (Petrol) 8,15,754 - - - - - -   Get On Road Price  
 

Hyundai Sonata


 

Hyundai Sonata Overall

Hyundai Sonata Pictures
Hyundai India showed its presence at the Auto Expo 2012 with numerous exclusive offering, which comprised of Hyundai Hexa Space, Hyundai Elantra and Veloster along with its premium sedan, new Hyundai Sonata. The new Hyundai Sonata surely was a show stealer at the Hyundai stall at the Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi. The new Hyundai Sonata has been beautifully crafted and followed the principles of its signature Fluidic design. The front grille is in perfect harmony and gives you a feel of a smooth and stunning waterfall. With top-line interiors accompanied with cutting-edge architecture, Hyundai Sonata 2012 stood at the Hyundai Stall with utmost proud.

The all new Hyundai Sonata replaces the Hyundai Sonata Transform that was present in India since 2007. The new Hyundai Sonata which has arrived in India in 2012 already entered many nations before. This super luxury saloon car is better known as Hyundai i45 in Australia, Singapore and New Zealand. The car is also accorded with the tag of Hyundai i40 in Asia. The new Hyundai Sonata is the sixth generation of the premium sedan and comprise of some remarkable features, such as rear and front ventilation, cruise control, high intensity Xenon headlamps, ten way adjustable power seat accompanied with lumbar support, four way power adjustable front passenger seat and paddle shift. Hyundai Motors India Limited has tried to make the new Hyundai Sonata eco-friendly as it comes with an ample of occupant-protection accessories and equipment. The safety features comprise of anti lock braking system with EBD (Electronic Brake Force distribution), smart key with push start, rear view camera, Electro chromic mirror and six airbags that would protect the driver and the passengers in case of accident or collision.

Talking about the exteriors of 2012 Hyundai Sonata, the car gets the fluidic design sculpture, a part of family treatment to all Hyundai cars, which sports numerous smooth lines and is accompanied with elegantly stretched tail and headlamps on either side of the car. The huge sized chrome grille is designed with utmost care and looks like a stunning waterfall thereby giving the front fascia a premium and lavish look. The new Hyundai Sonata have got beautifully curved coupe like roofline along with prominent wheel arches that fits in strong 17 inches of alloy wheels. Under the hood, all new Hyundai Sonata comes with a powerful 2.4 litre of GDI (Hyundai’s direct petrol injection technology) petrol engine, which churns out 198 BHP of peak power at the rate of 6300 rpm along with 25.5 kgm of peak torque at the rate of 4250 rpm. This powerful 2.4 litre of GDI petrol engine is further mated with the six-speed automatic and manual transmission with paddle shifters, depending on the model one chooses.

The exteriors of 2012 Hyundai Sonata are certainly impressive, the interiors doesn’t let down as well. The new Hyundai Sonata is adorned with a lot of features, which would enhance the driving experience of the owner to a great extent. The centre console has been placed very intelligently and has a glossy film that leads to a much sportier look. Hyundai Motors was fully aware of the fact that with sound engine and stunning exterior it is very crucial for the sedan to have comfortable and chic interiors. therefore, the car comes jam-packed with some premium equipments, which comprise of a six CD changer music system with AUX-in and USB support, ventilated leather seats for rear and front, ten way electrically adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support, four way adjustable seat for the front co-passenger and push button keyless start.

On the whole, the new Hyundai Sonata is the premium sedan, which replaces Hyundai Sonata transform in the Indian car market. The sedan is said to deliver excellent performance and will be highly fuel efficient and will emit low carbon dioxide emissions as compared to the previous model and the credit for this goes to the directly injecting highly pressurized fuel into combustion chamber thereby strapping up the gain of VTVT or Dual variable timing valve train. This premium sedan is the epitome of luxury and defeats the rivals with sheer technology.

Hyundai Sonata Models

Hyundai Sonata Petrol Models

Hyundai Sonata Transform 2.4 VTVT

Hyundai Sonata 2.4 GDI MT This variant is powered by a 2.4 litre petrol engine mated to a 6 speed manual transmission. The howling engine emits 198 bhp of power and stunning 25.5 kgm of torque.
Hyundai Sonata 2.4 GDI AT This variant is similarly powered by a 2.4 litre GDI petrol engine with same power and torque figures as. However, the only difference lies in the transmission which is 6 speed automatic in the new sedan.

Hyundai Sonata Mileage, Average And Fuel Economy

Hyundai Sonata TachoMeter Delivering a good mileage is very important for any car and same applies to the 2012 Hyundai Sonata saloon. However, the petrol variants of new Hyundai Sonata doesn’t deliver an impressive mileage, but it gives a decent fuel efficiency of 13.5 km per litre from 2.4 litre of GDI version of Sonata Manual transmission, whereas 12 km per litre of mileage is delivered by 2.4 litre of GDI petrol variant in automatic transmission. The use of Hyundai’s gasoline direct injection technology further gives a bit of jump in the fuel economy by directly injecting highly pressurized fuel in the combustion chamber and tapping the benefits of Dual Continously VariableValve Timing (D-VTVT).

Hyundai Sonata Power

Hyundai Sonata PhotosThe premium Sonata establishes Hyundai as a pioneer in innovation and design. The new 2.4 litre GDI engine packed in Sonata petrol variants proves its worth in technology by delivering 198 bhp of power at 6300 rpm and a bombastic 25.5 Nm of torque is produced at 4250 revs. The well refined engine delivers best in class power due to the presence of D-VTVT.

Hyundai Sonata Colors

These colors are available with all variants of Hyundai Sonata
 
Space Silver
 
Diamond Black
 
Silky Beige
 
Icy Blue
 
Crystal White

Hyundai Sonata Acceleration & Pick-Up

New Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a 2.4 litre petrol engine with GDI technology. The sedan is quick enough to zoom from nil speed to a superb 100 kmph in just about 12 seconds. The engine is a super machine and Hyundai engineers have put in their best efforts to tune it. The car can attain a top speed of atleast 210 kmph.

Hyundai Sonata Exterior



Keeping in mind the beauty of the orchid flower the all new Sonata is crafted on the principles of “Fluidic Sculpture” where contrasting surfaces create a vision of continuous motion. The cues for the front grille design are taken from the harmony of flowing water. Exteriors of Hyundai Sonata cannot be described just by calling them stunning. The outer shell of 2012 Hyundai Sonata is exotic and renders the car a ten on ten for shedding luxury all the way it will travel. The detailing done on the design of the car leaves the spectators spell-bound. When Hyundai Sonata runs on its 10 spoke alloy wheels it is bound to create a jaw dropping aura. New Hyundai Sonata can compete with any entry level Merc, Beemer or Audi in terms of appearance, although it will sit in a segment much below them near Rs 20 lakh.

The awe-inspiring touch starts from the front of the sedan. From a more executive look which was kind of bland to look at, Hyundai has given a fluidic design to Sonata with lots of curves and character lines running through-out the body.  Hyundai Motors did the same thing earlier with its entry-level sedan Verna also. Fluidic Verna was introduced by Hyundai India at a time when Verna Transform failed to bring the potential customers to the showroom. Hyundai India has taken up the challenge to turn around the lukewarm sales of the Hyundai Sonata Transform replacing it with the all new Hyundai Sonata Fluidic. The revamped version speaks volumes of the Hyundai’s new Fluidic design concept which has garnered unimagined success with new Hyundai Verna Fluidic where the car enthusiasts are still finding it beyond their slightest imagination to imbibe the luster of the new car. Hence, Hyundai Motors has decided to carry the Fluidic lineage forward which is clearly evident in the 2012 Hyundai Sonata model.

The new Sonata Fluidic is an eye candy by any standards with its liquid flowing design and sparkling new exteriors. On an overall, the new version looks more refined with high intensity xenon headlamps especially at the corners with a brilliant sparkle within it. Hyundai Motors have decided to retain the delicate looking grille as usual but endowed it with ample chrome in large proportions which stands out the most matching up with the smooth lustrous finish of the car. The 2012 Hyundai Sonata looks more graceful and upmarket than before especially with the new air duct which sheds off the ventilated look from before.

The side skirts of the car are carried forward from the previous version but look more prominent with the dazzling new exteriors to make one wonder if it went missing in the past. Another crease running parallel from the fascia of the car to the rear end, but more near the seams of the car is also retained in the new Hyundai Sonata which blends easily into the car design now, than it was before which used to hang out like an addition as an afterthought. The delicate near invisible lines on the bonnet helps the new car build a look which exudes a feminine curvaceous form or rather confirms if its well-toned look is an additional expert touch on its blessed superfluous beauty.

The pair of rather imaginary lines converges into a ‘V’ shaped form to blend into the grille symbolically ensuring the success of the new Hyundai Sonata.  The new bonnet design is a rather enticing replacement of the more prominent lines from before which more worked like a catalyst in spoiling the overall look of the sedan bringing out a cheaper image to it. Just in tandem with the rest, the fog lamps, present at front and rear have taken a new form altogether to suit the premium image to offer perfect symmetry to the onlookers. The turn indicators integrated body-colored external side rear view mirrors add the much required charm quotient to look more appropriate while it looked so out of place in the predecessor. To cap it all, the new Hyundai Sonata globally known as Hyundai i45 is a perfect choice for a premium car buyer which does not carry a single dent (figure of speech) as far as the car exteriors are concerned meeting all the requirements of the luxury car buyer with ample 523 L boot space under the extended well-crafted rear of the car which could be ideal for long travels.

Exterior Measurements


New Hyundai Sonata is 4820 mm long, 1835 mm wide and 1490 mm in height. The wheelbase is 2795 mm, thus giving a long saloon look from the sides and the ground clearance is 155 mm. Front track and rear track of 2012 Hyundai Sonata is 1591 mm.

Hyundai Sonata Interior



Hyundai India has launched the 2012 Hyundai Sonata integrating its Fluidic concept in the revamped version to see an ample change from the previous model with a new style factor to make up for all the deficits in the predecessor. The all new interiors of Hyundai Sonata carry a special oomph factor to fill in for all the gaps where the consumers have found the Hyundai Sonata Transform to be a let-down.  The Korean auto giant Hyundai Motors has ensured to deliver maximum driveability in the new Hyundai Sonata with all the more plusher interiors to make the drive on the new Sonata memorable. A test drive on the car is enough to have the well-cherished memory engraved forever in the mind. Long drives on the car can be carried out with utmost ease and comfort without a single joint in the body creaking out for mercy with the spacious interiors where the passengers can relax and enjoy the entire drive with a pleasant blissful smile on the face.

Hyundai Motors has made a thoughtful replacement of the rich black interiors with a pleasanter hue with the perfect mixture of beige, grey and black color tones to forget the stressful environment at work to enjoy a home-like comfort inside the safety haven of new Hyundai Sonata Fluidic. The new sedan is as luxurious as ever before with much richer color combinations with new vintage leather upholstery and intelligently laid out features just ready to perform at the users’ commands and all well within reach. The center console is positioned ergonomically in a high gloss film that lends it a sporty look. hi-visibility supervision cluster and a X-shaped centre fascia are other key highlights of Sonata. The beige color tones have crept into the power steering as well apart from the chrome inserts and the illuminated audio controls which will not disappoint the consumers in the least.


Interior Comfort


The modifications in the A/C vents are extremely prominent in the 2012 Hyundai Sonata which catch the consumers’ appraisal first before anything else does. The vertical looking cool air promoters are smartly placed to squeeze out more space instead of looking overcrowded with all the essential techno-gadgetry. The LCD touchscreen for easy manipulation of audio and navigation controls onboard the car is sleeker than before to override the wide box-type screen from before. The uncompromising legroom is quite evident in the premium sedan as Hyundai Motors is determined to deliver utmost driving experience on the car with the extended wheelbase in the new Hyundai Sonata where the comfort can be doubled with the 4-way power adjustable driver and passenger seats. The headroom for the passenger comfort is also impressive in the new Sonata apart from the wider seats to accommodate the passengers completely. The cockpit is however as charming as ever before with the two arches on the driver and passenger side in the front seats to portray a feeling of a partition in the center to separate the two sides.  Hyundai Sonata Fluidic now poses a potential threat to the Honda Accord in true spirit with the spacious interiors and new attractive exteriors. On an overall, Hyundai Motors has delivered the results and now it is the time to keep its fingers crossed hoping for a success for the extreme efforts it has put in.

Hyundai Sonata Engine Capacity & Performance



The new Hyundai Sonata is offered in petrol variants, where petrol options will be two in number. The Hyundai Sonata with 2.4 litre of GDI petrol engine is uses the company’s gasoline direct injection technology, which boosts up the power, fuel efficiency and the engine response accompanied with low CO2 emissions. The 2359 cc litre of GDI petrol engine fitted in 2012 Hyundai Sonata keeps the ability and capacity to produce maximum power of 198 BHP @ 6300 rpm along with 250 Nm of torque @ 4250 rpm. This amount of power allows the sedan to perform well on the road and could give a stiff competition to its opponents in the Indian car bazaar. The engine is transversely mounted in front. Apart from petrol, one can wait for the diesel version too, which will come later. This 2.0 litre of CRDi diesel motor would churn out 194 bhp of power.

The petrol version of 2012 Hyundai Sonata is intelligently mated with six speed manual gearbox as well as six speed automatic transmission, respectively. Therefore, by replacing the MPI engine with GDI, Hyundai India has surely made a very wise decision and added more appeal to the sedan and made it much better than the previous Hyundai Sonata Transform.

Hyundai Sonata Wheels

2012 Hyundai Sonata runs on alloy wheels with a tyre size of 215/55 R17. Tubeless tyres are good to go on Indian roads as they have less wear and tear are otherwise very safe.

Hyundai Sonata Braking & Handling

Hyundai Sonata DashBoard 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be associated with ventilated disc brakes in front and solid disc brakes at the rear wheels so as to behave proactively while applying brakes. Independent Mac Pherson struts and anti roll bar suspension are used for front wheels while Multi-link, coil springs, anti roll bar suspensions are used at the rear. Braking will be superb with Anti-lock-Braking System mated to Electronic Brakeforce distribution (EBD).

Hyundai Sonata Handling & Safety

Hyundai Sonata Safety 2012 Hyundai Sonata is loaded with ample of luxury features and with these features, Hyundai India has not forgotten to provide top-class safety and handling too. The new Hyundai Sonata sedan comes with 6 inbuilt airbags that would save the driver and the passengers in case of collision or accident. The amplitude selective damper enhances the stability and comfort level of the car. A steady handling is preserved even on the bumpy Indian terrains. The brake booster along with the disc brakes and anti lock braking system further adds more safety while driving the sedan.  Another highlighted safety features in the new Hyundai Sonata sedan is the electronic stability program (ESP), which regulates brake force and engine torque that in-turn helps the driver to maintain the control on the car. The foot parking brake immobilizes the car safety more.

Hyundai Sonata Stereo & Accessories

Hyundai Sonata Accessories Being technically sound is not just enough for any car and Hyundai India is well aware of this fact. Therefore, the company has kept in mind to provide numerous comfort features along with some entertainment in the new Hyundai Sonata Sedan. The car sports an advanced integrated music system with AUX, USB and iPod port along with evenly placed speakers that provide good quality sound. Besides such good sound system, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata sedan also comes with powerful dual full auto air conditioning that helps maintaining the temperature inside the cabin automatically. The heated front and rear seats will certainly make you feel comfortable in the chilly winter days. The stunning panoramic sunroof lets you to breathe the sun and adds a whole new dimension to the look of the sedan.

Hyundai Sonata Pros & Cons

Hyundai Sonata Pros :


Looks, fluidic design 

Hyundai Sonata Cons :
Extremely pricey, absence of Diesel engine

Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Hyundai Sonata Variants
Variants Transmission Engine Description Mileage Power AC Power Steering Central Locking
CityHighway
2.4 VTVT (Petrol) Automatic 2359cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
8.0 12.0 175 ps / 6000 rpm Standard Standard Standard
CRDi A/T (Diesel) Automatic 1991cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
7.3 11.8 150 ps 3850 rpm Standard Standard Standard
CRDi M/T (Diesel) Manual 1991cc
4 Cylinder 16 Valve
7.4 11.8 150 ps 3850 rpm Standard Standard Standard

Hyundai Sonata Price

Hyundai Sonata Variants Price

Variants New Delhi Bangalore Mumbai Chennai Pune Hyderabad Kolkata
2.4 VTVT (Petrol) 14,64,637 14,83,088 15,33,771 14,88,965 15,17,858 14,88,701 14,77,268   Get On Road Price  
CRDi M/T (Diesel) 16,13,458 16,32,690 16,88,971 16,40,431 16,71,137 16,40,938 16,27,413   Get On Road Price  
CRDi A/T (Diesel) 17,15,152 17,36,912 17,90,667 17,43,934 17,73,771 17,44,813 17,30,011   Get On Road Price  
 
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