Hyundai I10

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Small cars are rushing into the Indian market like never before and Hyundai too witnessed the growing demand for these small cars. Thus came the i10 on to the roads with a very fuel-efficient engine and smart interiors. The i10 carries the new Kappa engine and is now one of India's most popular 'A' segment small car. This new car has also been named as the most fuel-efficient car in its segment by ARAI.

The Hyundai i10 has been pitted against cars like the Chevy Spark, Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo, Maruti Suzuki WagonR and Tata Indica Xeta. Advanced technology, ample space and reliability at an affordable price is what one can expect from the Hyundai i10. The car has enough room to hold a small family. The car's aerodynamic design with plenty of standard convenience and comfort features, and luxurious fittings is just perfect for Indians.

In India, the Hyundai i10 can be availed as 4 variants: D-lite, Era, Magna, and the high-end Magna O. All four flaunt a 1.1-litre engine and they come in a range of peppy colours. The Magna O comes with safety features like ABS and airbags. A 1.2L 16V DOHC Kappa engine is also available ...
... in three trims - Magna, Asta, Sportz. The Kappa engine facilitates the powerful car to leap from 0-100 in just 12.8 seconds and the i10 can touch a max speed of 165 kmph. The engine is also believed to display the lowest emission levels in its class.

The lively car has a short wheelbase that allows for easy handling and the spinning radius too is ideal for swift manoeuvres. This Hyundai car sports top class McPherson Strut suspension in the front and CTBA with coil springs in the rear that are just perfect for the rough Indian roads. It rolls on steel wheels with tubeless tyres to increase the level grip and comfort while negotiating slippery surfaces.

The i10 has been built and styled contemporarily very much like the Ford verve concept and the new Aveo U-VA. But, what sets apart this car from other contenders in the competition is its low slung grille flanked by the two large headlamps. However, the car gets its imposing and fashionable looks from its sharply scraped up windscreen and ellipsoidal glass. The wide sweep wipers maximize vision and prove very helpful on rainy days, while a standard washer helps the driver get a clear and clear view from the rear window.

The dual tone beige interiors feature a 3-spoke steering wheel that takes care of the driver's comfort. To add to it, the new Sportz variant comes with a new interior- the red fabric appointments on dash, doors and seats on beige interiors giving the interiors a more intense look. The instrument console is impressive, appealing and handy. The space inside can easily fit in them five adults. The seats are supportive and offer good comfort like legroom, knee support and adjustable headrests on all seats for added neck support.

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