Hyundai i10 Grand (2018)

The South Korean automobile manufacturer, Hyundai Motor Company has finally launched the much-awaited 'Grand i10' hatchback in India that was being tested under the code name of 'BA'. It has been placed between the older i10 and i20 and is tailor-made for Indian market and roads. The hatchback is available in both petrol and diesel with 10 variants and 8 shades to choose from.

Fast Facts

• Launched in India on 3rd September, 2013
• Available in both petrol and diesel
• The tagline is 'The Grand New Lingo'
• Available in 12 variants - 5 of diesel and 7 of petrol
• Available in both manual and automatic transmission
• 1.2 litre petrol engine - 80 bhp with 114 nm torque
• 1.1 litre diesel engine - 69 bhp with 160 nm torque
• ARAI approved mileage of Grand i10 - 18.9 kmpl (petrol) and 24 kmpl (diesel)
• Prices start from INR 4.29 lakhs (ex-showroom) for the base petrol model
• Base variant of diesel is priced at INR 5.23 lakhs (ex-showroom)
• Available in 8 beautiful shades
• Comes with safety features like 2 SRS airbags, rear parking sensors and ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
• Top model comes with dash integrated 2DIN music system with USB/AUX/BT and 1GB hard drive

Exterior

Hyundai has also made some changes in the dimensions of the hatchback to make it more comfortable, stylish and spacious for the passengers. The Grand i10 will be perfect for those Hyundai car enthusiasts who want a little more features than i10 and want to spend a little less money than they ought to have in case of i20. This is a perfect chance for Hyundai to steal the show from other hatchbacks from its segment as i10 and i20 had already established and proven them in the Indian market.

The exterior of Hyundai Grand i10 gives a stylish and subtle look with narrower front radiator grille with horizontal chrome slat, bright peeled back front headlamp cluster that is a reminiscence of Hyundai Santa Fe SUV slightly, short and stubby bonnet, round fog lamps, smooth side profile with subtle character lines and mouldings, new stylish roof rails, a sporty compact antenna at rear, electrically folding and adjustable ORVMs with turn indicators, grab-type door handles, new stylish 14-inch dual-tone diamond-cut alloy wheels, stylish rear headlamp cluster, new curved hatch door with its handle having the Hyundai logo on it, chunky rear spoiler with stop light, twin exhaust pipe and a large curved rear glass.

Dimensions and Boot Space

The length of Hyundai Grand i10 is 3765mm, width is 1660mm and height stands at 1520mm. The wheelbase of the car is 2425mm and the boot capacity is 256 litres.

Interior

The interior of Hyundai Grand i10 are also lavish and comes with host of comfort and convenience features which includes dual tone colors, gear-shift lever on dashboard at the base of center stack, adjustable power steering wheel with audio, phone and Bluetooth controls, quality 2-DIN music system with CD/MP3 player, USB port, AUX-in and speakers with 1 GB of internal memory, center console with AC controls and circular air-con vents, rear parcel tray, bottle and cup holders and map pockets for added storage space, sun visors, assist grips, single rear air-con AC vent and larger boot space for perfect sitting for five passengers thus making it a complete most-wanted hatchback of its segment. Also, there is a powerful AC, power windows, adjustable steering column, rear boot opener and fuel-filler, a smart-key and push-button start combination, cooled glove-box and rear parking sensors.

Engine and Gearbox

Hyundai Grand i10 comes with both petrol and diesel engines. The 1197cc, 1.2L, 16V DOHC, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, Kappa2 petrol engine with VTVT technology has a maximum power of 80 bhp at 6000 rpm and maximum torque of 114 Nm at 4000 rpm and has a five speed manual gearbox transmission and four speed automatic transmission. The 1.1L, 3-cylinder, CRDi, U2 diesel engine generates maximum power of 69 bhp with maximum torque of 160 nm. It is also mated to a five speed manual gearbox transmission.

ARAI Certified Mileage

The ARAI certified mileage of Hyundai Grand i10 is 18.9 kmpl for the petrol model and 24 kmpl for the diesel version. Expect the real-world figures to be less by 2-4 kmpl.

Suspension and Brakes

Hyundai Grand i10 has disc brakes at front and drum brakes at rear. The front suspension is McPherson Strut and rear one is Torsion Beam Axle.

Safety Features

For the utmost safety of its passengers, it comes equipped with ABS, Dual Airbags, a smart-key and push-button start combination, fog lamps, rear seat belts, rear wiper and defogger, remote central locking and rear parking sensors.

Price

Hyundai Grand i10 is available in 12 variants with price range of INR 4.29-6.41 lakhs. The top variant of petrol version is priced at INR 5.47 lakhs and top diesel variant is available for INR 6.41 lakhs. All prices are ex-showroom Delhi.

Variants

The variants of Hyundai Grand i10 are Era, Magna, Sportz, Asta and Asta (O). In total, it is available in 12 variants - five of diesel and seven of petrol.

Variant-wise Features

The base variant is Era, it comes equipped with AC, front power windows, tachometer, body-colored bumpers, remote boot release and remote fuel-filler. The next variant is Magna, in addition to the features of Era, it comes with front fog lamps, electrically adjustable outside rear-view mirrors, rear AC vents, rear power outlet, rear parcel tray, central locking, rear power windows plus body-colored door mirrors and handles. The next variant is Sportz, in addition to the features of Magna, it comes equipped with rear parking sensors, 2DIN dash integrated music system with AUX/USB, roof rails, turn indicators mounted on the ORVMs, tilt steering, push button start/stop, cooled glove box and smart key. The next variant is Asta, it comes with rear defogger, leather wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity, 1GB hard disk for storing songs, rear washer/wiper, driver seat height adjustment and steering mounted buttons.

Shades

Hyundai Grand i10 is available in 8 shades: Phantom Black, Star Dust, Golden Orange, Silky Beige, Sleek Silver, Twilight Blue, Pure White and Wine Red.

Verdict

Overall, Grand i10 looks like a dream hatchback that is specially designed for Indian market. It has all the essential ingredients of a successful hatchback which includes power, performance, safety, style, space, economical and speed. Also the reputation of previous i10 and i20 can forge a success route for Grand i10 which Hyundai always dreamed of.

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