Rs 7 lakh Hyundai SUV to go against Maruti Baleno
Maruti Baleno has been one of the best selling cars in the Indian market. Maruti’s service and reliability, along with Baleno’s positive elements, make it a very successful product. Though Baleno faces stiff competition in its segment, it is set to face stiff competition from a new segment; the micro-SUV segment. Tata has already unveiled the Tata Punch. Hyundai is also expected to bring Casper to the Indian market soon. In today’s article, we will be looking at this Rs 7 lakh Hyundai SUV that will go against the Maruti Baleno.
Design
The Casper will follow Hyundai quirky design language with eye-brow shaped LED DRLs taking the higher spot and main headlights (circular) taking the lower spot on the bumper. It will follow a tall boy design. At the rear, the car will have circular LED taillamps in order to give out a funky appeal and maintain uniformity with the front fascia. The rear bumper will also get circular reflectors.
Rs 7 lakh Hyundai SUV specifications
Hyundai Casper is based on the K1 platform, which also underpins the Santro and Grand i10 Nios. Engine options are expected to include a 1.1-litre petrol engine, the same engine that powers the Hyundai Santro. It is capable of producing 68bhp and 99Nm of torque. The second engine will be a 1.2-litre engine that powers the Grand i10 Nios. This engine produces 82bhp and 114Nm of torque. A diesel engine is not expected but cannot be completely ruled out. Gearbox options might include a manual and an AMT gearbox. Hyundai might offer an iMT gearbox as well.
Rs 7 lakh Hyundai SUV features
Hyundai cars are known for their features and we expect the same on the Casper. It is expected to get features like a large infotainment system, Android Auto, Apple Carplay, keyless entry, cooled glovebox, premium sound system, reverse parking camera & sensors, wireless charging and connected car tech. Safety features will likely include dual airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control and ISOFIX.
Price and launch
The Casper is expected to be unveiled in Korea next month. We can expect the Casper to make its way to India somewhere around the festive season. The Hyundai Casper is expected to start somewhere around Rs 7 lakh (on-road). It will compete with the new Maruti Celerio, Ignis and the upcoming Tata Punch.
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