Hyundai Verna is one of the most popular executive sedans in the country and has been for quite a long time now. Verna has always been a good-looking sedan with all the latest features and powerful engines. The main selling point of the Verna has to be its feature-rich cabin. In a bid to further build upon that, Hyundai has now added another important feature to the Verna. The sales figures for the Hyundai Verna have been consistently good for the last few months and it is always on the heels of the segment leader, Honda City. Let us take a look at the features and engine options for the Hyundai Verna that is currently on sale in our market.
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Hyundai Verna- New Features
The S+ and SX trims of the Verna have received Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which is a welcome addition to the already long features list of the executive sedan. However, this feature has been given a miss on the top-spec SX(O) variant which is almost shocking. But otherwise, the Hyundai Verna comes equipped with features like an 8-inch Digital Infotainment System with Bluetooth and other Connectivity, Connected Car Tech for a ton of Remote Features, Digital Instrument Cluster, Cruise Control, Steering Mounted Audio Controls, Arkamys Premium Music System, Voice Recognition, Ventilated Front Seat, Leatherette Upholstery, Paddle Shifters, Electric Sunroof, Wireless Phone Charging, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Climate Control, Air Purifier, Smart Trunk, SLiding Front Centre Console Armrest and much more.
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On the safety front, the Verna comes loaded with features upto the brim including 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, Electronic Stability Program, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Emergency Stop Signal, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Reverse Parking Sensors with Camera with Dynamic Guidelines, Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock and much more.
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Hyundai Verna- Exterior
On the outside, the Verna continues to be bold and modern with Projector LED headlamps, large front dark chrome Radiator Grille, Projector Fog Lamps, LED DRLs and sporty bumper. On the side, the chrome door handles stand out along with the chrome belt underneath the window line and sharp creases for a sophisticated elegant look. The rear houses the LED taillamps, Shark Fin Antenna, Sporty Bumper and Chrome line running on the bumper. Overall, the Verna looks very modern and elegant all-around.
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Hyundai Verna- Engines, Prices and Rivals
The Hyundai Verna comes with a whole host of engine-gearbox combination options including a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine making 115 PS and 144 Nm, a 1.5-litre diesel engine making 115 PS and 250 Nm and a powerful 1.0-litre direct-injection turbo petrol making 120 PS and 171 Nm. The naturally aspirated petrol engine comes with either a 6-speed manual or CVT, the 1.5-litre diesel comes mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic and the 1.0-litre turbo petrol comes with a sole 7-speed DCT transmission. The prices of the Hyundai Verna start at Rs 9.19 lakh and go all the way up to Rs 15.25 lakh, ex-showroom. The rivals of the Hyundai Verna include Honda City, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Skoda Rapid, Toyota Yaris and VW Vento.
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