Riding high on the success of Creta SUV, Hyundai India is gearing up to bring new cars in the domestic market. Rolling out diverse products in the last few years including Hyundai Grand i10, Hyundai Elite i20 and Hyundai Creta, the company is now eyeing to tap into new segments and strengthen its grip in the entry level space. To give a better idea of what Hyundai has up its sleeve we bring you the list of Hyundai’s upcoming cars slated to launch in next two years.
1) Hyundai Eon Facelift
(Hyundai Eon)
Launched in 2011, Korean carmaker's modish looking budget car, Hyundai EON will undergo a facelift. Mechanically, the small car will remain unchanged deriving power from the same set of engines including a 800cc unit and a 1.0 litre, three cylinder engine. Expect a lot of cosmetic changes as Eon may sport Hyundai’s new Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design philosophy. With the competition heating up in the segment, Hyundai may also mull over to add an autobox to Eon’s range just like its arch rival Maruti Alto K10.
Expected Launch: October 2016
Expected Price: Rs 3 lakh to Rs 4.5 lakh
2) New-Gen Hyundai Elantra
(New-Gen Hyundai Elantra)
There is a lot to expect from the sixth generation Hyundai Elantra in terms of performance and looks. Dimensionally, it measures same as the 5th gen model, yet it appears bigger probably because it has lost all the curves and the signature hexagonal front grille present in the predecessor. Previewed at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, the US spec model houses a 2.0 litre petrol engine good for 147bhp and 179Nm which could also be introduced in India along with a reworked version of the current 1.6 litre diesel engine. Inside the cabin, expect features such as Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, 7inch touchscreen with navigation to name a few.
Expected Launch: Festive season
Expected Price: Rs 15 lakh to Rs 18 lakh
Also Read: Exclusive: 2017 Hyundai Elantra Review
3) Hyundai Tucson
(Hyundai Tucson)
To fill in the void between its current line of SUVs including Creta and SantaFe, Hyundai has finally given nod to the long awaited Tucson SUV for the Indian market. This is one of the Hyundai’s upcoming cars which will make its debut this year. One must note that the model coming to India is the third generation version which has received significant updates over the years. Under the hood, Tucson will get a 1.7 litre 114bhp diesel engine and a 2.0 litre, 182bhp diesel unit, both coupled to a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Expected Launch: December 2016
Expected Price: Rs 18 lakh to Rs 25 lakh
Also Read: Hyundai Tucson caught testing in Chennai ahead of launch
4) New gen Hyundai Verna
(2017 Hyundai Verna Concept)
Unveiled lately at the 2016 Beijing Motor Show, Hyundai’s new sedan concept gives a sneak peek into the new-gen Hyundai Verna. Based on the Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language, the saloon is expected to share key styling elements with Elite i20 hatchback. Inferring from the concept model, the saloon will get a comprehensively changed front profile featuring large chrome finished hexagonal grille on the backdrop of honeycomb mesh grille, long pulled back projector headlamps, large air-intakes and reworked bumpers.
Expected Launch: June 2017
Expected Price: Rs 7 lakh to Rs 14 lakh
Also Read: Hyundai Verna Concept unveiled at Auto China 2016
5) Hyundai Hexa Space
(Hyundai Hexa Space Concept)
One of the new segments Hyundai India is contemplating to venture into is the MPV space where it has rivals such as Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, Renault Lodgy and Honda Mobilio. The MPV in question will be based on Hexa Space concept showcased at the 2012 Auto Expo. Codenamed IP, the MPV will be based on Grand i10 platform and will feature seven seat configuration. Engine set up and transmission options are likely to be same as that of Verna sedan.
Expected Launch: Early 2017
Expected Price: Rs 6 lakh to Rs 9 lakh
6) Hyundai Carlino
(Hyundai Carlino Concept)
One of the highlights at Hyundai’s pavilion at the 2017 Auto Expo, Carlino will mark company’s foray in the highly competitive sub-compact SUV segment. The model will sit between i20 Active and Creta SUV in Hyundai’s line of models and will share underpinning with the aforementioned cars. Engine choices are likely to include 1.2 litre Kappa petrol and 1.4 litre CRDi diesel engines offering maximum power of 82bhp and 89bhp respectively. Inside the cabin expect features such as ‘plug and play’ platform, push start button, interchangeable audio visual and navigation units etc. In its segment, the SUV will rival the likes of Maruti Vitara Brezza, Ford EcoSport and Mahindra TUV300.
Expected Launch: Late 2017 or early 2018
Expected Price: Rs 7 lakh to Rs 10 lakh
