A look at Hyundai i10 and features

A look at Hyundai i10 and features
The demand for small cars has increased significantly in the past decade, and Hyundai has cashed heavily with Hyundai i10. The car was launched with a lot of pomp and show in the year 2007. Since its launch, i10 has been winning accolades from all corners in the market. It has firmly maintained its market share, even after being pitched with other models such as Maruti Suzuki WagonR and Tata Indica Xeta. Hyundai has been able to make its mark with i10 as the car has given the performance it promised. Launched in four models namely Era, Magna, D-lite, and Magna O, the car is available in numerous colors.
A look at engine & Performance
Taking a look at the engine, one can easily say that i10 does have a reliable engine that churns genuine power. It features 1.1-litre Inline-four iRDE engine that has the capacity to offer a power of 66bhp @5500 rpm. The peak torque of the i10 engine is 99 Nm @2800 rpm. The much talked about 1.2L 16V DOHC Kappa engine can offer a power of 79bhp @5200 rpm with a maximum torque of 114nm @4000 rpm. Except for the i10 with kappa engine, which has the option of 4-speed automatic transmission, all the variants have standard 5-speed manual transmission with the engine.
A look at the interiors and exteriors
The aerodynamic design of i10 is certainly makes it a head turner on the road. The large headlamps are entirely new in the class. On the exteriors, i10 is smart and stylish with looks that make it a typical Hyundai model. The interiors of i10 are also worth praising with some standard features right in place. The interiors of i10 are spacious with ample space to be called nice hatchback. Five people can accommodate without any inconvenience. There is ample legroom with adjustable headrests for smooth comfort on the road. Some of the standard features in the car include an electronic odometer, warning lamp for low fuel, smartly integrated dashboard, and air conditioning system with heater. Also, i10 scores great on the safety features, which include seatbelts, ABS, child safety door looks and front airbags.
Few words on mileage
The 1.1L I-4 Petrol engine of i10 delivers average fuel economy of 12kmpl in the city and 16 kmpl on the highway. The Kappa engine offers 11.7kmpl in the city and 16kmpl on the highway.
A few positives
The Intelligent Responsive Drive Engine of i10 is one of its best highlights. The engine has been praised for performance by experts and masses alike. The car has spacious interiors for its class, which is another feature in its hat. There are wide ranges of colors at the offing, which will certainly cater the needs of young and old generations alike. The style is subtle with bold accents. Kudos to Hyundai for designing a car that’s stylish and affordable for the small Indian family.
On the whole, Hyundai i10 is certainly a winner and deserves a space in the garage. The users’ reviews have been fantastic.