Hyundai Motor India Limited has announced the launch of 1.2-litre petrol engine with CVT option in the 2018 Hyundai Elite i20 at the price of Rs 7.04 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The premium high compact segment in the industry is growing year on year from 4.5 per cent sales in 2014 to 13 per cent in 2017. The sales of AT and CVT options in the premium compact segment has grown from 4 per cent in 2015 to 14 per cent in 2018. The premium compact customer survey by Hyundai revealed higher acceptability towards Automatic Transmission, 41 per cent of respondents preferring automatic due to ease and hassle free driving in city and highways.
Y K Koo, Managing Director and CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd. said, “ India’s most loved and awarded, Indian Car of the Year 2015 winner ELITE i20 has been a global success ever since its launch. The CVT option with a 1.2 L Petrol engine coupled with Hi-tech & Convenience features offering uncompromised safety will make driving a brilliant experience. The head turner New 2018 ELITE i20 is the most feature loaded and affordable Premium Compact Segment car with a CVT option. Based on our advanced design philosophy, The New 2018 ELITE i20 follows an evolved Premium look, Sporty styling and a strong road presence”
The new CVT engine comes with linear driving force and no shift jerk for smooth and comfortable drive. The 1.2 L Petrol engine with CVT option offers convenient clutch-less drive and no physical gear shifting makes it ideal for city, highways and hilly terrains.
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