Hyundai Motors has been actively developing several cars tailored for the Indian market, although official details remain undisclosed. Recent sightings have revealed testing of two new models, with one anticipated to debut in the Indian market soon. Here’s a compilation of the available information on these upcoming Hyundai vehicles:
Hyundai Alcazar Facelift
- Exterior Design changes include new front fascia similar to new Creta, new alloy wheels, headlamps, connected tail-lamps inspired from Palisade, and updated bumpers.
- Interior will closely resemble the new Creta while also having Palisade-inspired elements.
- Based on Hyundai-Kia K2 Platform.
- Dimensions will see slight increase in Length, Width, and Height.
- Engine Options:
- 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol Engine (157.57 BHP, 253 NM) [6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT]
- 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Diesel Engine (113.98 BHP, 250 NM) [6 Speed MT / AT]
- Features: New Co-Passenger Powered Seats, Dual-Zone Climate Control, Powered Tailgate, Level 2 ADAS with 19 Features.
- Expected Price: Rs. 17 – Rs. 22 Lakh
- Expected Launch: June 2024
- Rivals: Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Kia Carens
Hyundai Creta EV
- Exterior Design almost matches the ICE version except it gets new alloy wheels, closed-off grille and new bumpers.
- Interiors may look the same as the ICE version.
- Based on the Creta ICE version.
- Dimensions will be more or less the same.
- Battery Specs: 45 kWh Battery Pack (138 BHP, 255 NM) [450 – 500 KMs]
- Features: Ventilated Front Seats, 360 Camera, Dual 10.25-inch displays, Level 2 ADAS, Powered Tailgate, etc.
- Expected Price: Rs. 20 – 25 Lakh
- Expected Launch: Late 2024
Hyundai Kona EV Facelift
- Exterior Design changes include new front fascia like LED DRLs that spans across the whole bonnet, new head-lamps and connected tail-lamps, redesigned bumpers, and closed front fascia.
- Interiors changes include new dual 12.3-inch displays seamlessly integrated, new dashboard design, redesigned center console, new seat upholstery, steering wheel, and new Infotainment and HVAC Controls.
- Based on Hyundai-Kia K3 Platform.
- Huge increase in Dimensions.
- Battery Specs:
- Standard – 48.4 kWh Battery (153.86 BHP, 255 NM) [377 KM Range] [10 – 100% in 4 Hrs 55 Minutes on 10.4 kW AC Charger; 10 – 80% in 1 Hour on 50 kW DC Charger, and 41 Minutes on 100 kW DC Charger.]
- 65.4 kWh Battery (215.01 BHP, 255 NM) [454 – 514 KM Range] [10 – 100% in 6 Hrs 25 Minutes on 10.4 kW AC Charger; 10 – 80% in 1 Hour on 50 kW DC Charger, and 41 Minutes on 100 kW DC Charger.]
- Features: Level 2 ADAS with 19 Features, Dual 12.3-inch Displays, Heads-Up Display (HUD), Power Tailgate, and so much more.
- Expected Price: Rs. 25 – Rs. 30 Lakh
- Expected Launch: 2025
- Rivals: MG ZS EV, Upcoming Mahindra XUV.e8.
