Hyundai Motor India the second-largest car manufacturer launched its highly anticipated compact family sedan “Hyundai Xcent” in the Indian market at an even in Delhi. The Xcent will further redefine Hyundai’s automotive excellence in India in the compact sedan segment for the aspirational, order stylish and value-seeking Indian customer. The Xcent is also launched in Goa and the dealers have started accepting bookings.
The Xcent will be available with two engine options the 1.1 litre advanced 2nd generation U2 CRDi diesel and 1.2 litre Kappa Dual VTVT petrol offering a combination of optimum performance and high fuel economy. The CRDi diesel engine delivers 72PS@4000rpm of maximum power and 18.4kgm@1750- 2500rpm of peak torque with the mileage of 24.4kmpl (ARAI figure). While the 1.2 litre Kappa petrol engine comes with Dual VTVT mechanism delivering optimum engine performance with 83PS@6000rpm of maximum power and 11.6 kgm@4000rpmof peak torque with the mileage of 19.1kmpl (ARAI figure).
The Xcent has been developed for the Indian market to cater to the needs of the evolved Compact Sedan segment buyers who value style, sildenafil space, economy and technological features.
The Xcent is based on the Grand i10 platform and On the outside has a similar look on the front with Swept back headlamps and wrap-around tail lamps with chrome insert, chrome finish hexagonal air dam, Steeply raked windshield, Sporty dual tone rear bumper with stylish reflectors, 15”Diamond cut alloy wheels and classy chrome door handles and LED high mount stop lamp.
On the inside the car comes with Bright dual tone beige and black interiors with high quality plastic. A Premium designed dashboard integrated with hexagonal outlined audio, ergonomically positioned controls and generous legroom and headroom in front and rear. The compact sedan offers Best-in-class boot space, multiple storage options in door trims and centre console. Premium leather wrap steering wheel and leather wrap gear shift knob with chrome insert further add to the comfort.
The Xcent offers host of hi-tech and first in segment features like rear AC vents, smart key with push button start, rear parking camera and sensors, music system with 1 GB internal memory, auto folding mirrors, electro-chromic mirror and one touch electric trunk opening. In terms of safety the sedan is equipped with ABS (optional on S variant) and dual Air-bags.
The Xcent will be available in a range of 6 new colors.
The Xcent will compete with the Maruti Suzuki Dzire and Honda Amaze. For test drive and more details visit the nearest Hyundai dealer in Goa.
