Hyundai Launches The All New Santro

Hyundai Motor India Ltd has announced the launch of the much-awaited all new Santro – one of Hyundai’s most popular nameplates and the car which made the Korean carmaker a household name.

Speaking at the world premiere of the all new Santro, Y K Koo, MD & CEO, HMIL said, “Today is a Historic moment as we announce the ‘World Premiere of The All New SANTRO’. The SANTRO is an iconic and legendary brand in India that has won the hearts of Millions of customers for last two decades. The magic of SANTRO continues with The All New SANTRO receiving overwhelming response in less than two weeks. With Modern Stylish Tall Boy Design, Comfortable & Premium Cabin, New Age Technology, Customer Centric Safety, All Round Performance and Complete Peace of Mind, the All New SANTRO will set a new benchmark in modern mobility.”

“The All New SANTRO is a true example of Hyundai’s Made-in-India philosophy and a shining result of our numerous Product Clinics and Rigorous Durability test on various terrains in India. Our R&D Centre in Namyang (S. Korea), Chennai and Hyderabad have put strong efforts for Product Supremacy and utmost Customer Delight.”, he added.

The new design language of the 2018 Hyundai Santro exudes a sporty image with modern appeal. The tall boy design ensures better headroom and shoulder room, better ergonomics, easy ingress and egress, high seating position, good all-round visibility, spacious and airy cabin feel.

The exterior styling of new Hyundai Santro is defined by Hyundai’s signature cascade grille with chrome surround with uniquely positioned fog lamps. The bold bonnet character lines with Hyundai logo and swept back headlamps and micro antenna gives a fresh appeal to the new Hyundai design language. The stylish tail lamps and sporty dual tone rear bumper with reflectors give modern sporty appeal.

On the inside, the Santro’s dual tone beige and black interiors with champagne gold inserts projects a premium cabin experience. The elephant inspired centre fascia design provides a strong connect to Indian heritage and mix of traditional and modern appeal. The ergonomically placed audio, centrally positioned power window switches and AC controls offer easy access with minimal driver distraction. The front design AC vents are inspired from propeller design. The cabin also features multiple storage spaces and practical trunk of 235 litres make the new Hyundai Santro suitable for daily and long trips.

The 2018 Hyundai Santro comes with technology features including 17.64 cm touch screen audio video system. The multi-media system is equipped with smart phone connectivity – Android Auto, Apple Car Play & Mirror Link and Voice Recognition Function along with iblue Smartphone App Support. Also, the screen is supported with rear parking camera display.

Engine & Transmission

The front suspension is mounted with McPhearson Strut and Urethane Bump Stopper that gives stability at rough road drives and reduces body roll giving improved cornering performance. The rear suspension uses Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with vertically placed shock absorber that minimises shock rebound providing a comfortable and stable ride. The aerodynamics combined with strong body structure offers better NVH isolation ensuring a quiet and pleasant driving experience.

The 2018 Hyundai Santro will be available in choice of seven exterior colours including two new colours – Imperial Beige and Diana Green. The new Santro comes with two interior colour options Premium Beige with Champagne Gold inserts and Sporty All Black interiors with Diana Green colour inserts based on exterior colours.

Ex-Showroom Price (INR), Pan India: