Hyundai Launches The Spirited New VERNA 'Live The Thrill'

Published: May 20, 2020, 02:01 PM IST

Hyundai Motor India Ltd., the country's first smart mobility solutions provider and the largest exporter since inception, today launched India's First Fully Connected Mid-Size Sedan, The Spirited New VERNA.The Spirited New VERNA, makes a bold yet intelligent move with its Spectacular Design, Intelligent Technology, Advanced Performance and Exceptional Features.

Speaking at the launch of The Spirited New VERNA, Mr. S S Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd. said, "The Spirited New VERNA is an All-rounder sedan with Human Technology Connect comprising Futuristic Design, Smart Connect, Ingenious Detailing and Superior Dynamics for new age aspirational customers. The brand VERNA has been a landmark in Hyundai growth story winning many prestigious accolades worldwide. The Spirited New VERNA is mastered to deliver excellence including core areas of Styling, Performance, Technology and Safety to create a new benchmark in the sedan segment."

Development Concept

The development direction ofThe Spirited New VERNA highlights the core values of a 'Smart Connected Intelligent Performer'. It is a perfect blend of design, performance, technology, reliability and distinguished features. The design aim of The Spirited New VERNA is to bring out Striking Design integrated with Advanced Performance, Premium yet Urban Connectivity Solutions. The Spirited New VERNA is based up on 5 Key Pillars:

Spectacular Design
Outstanding Features
High Reliability
Advanced Technology
Youthful Performance

Spectacular Design

The Spirited New VERNA is cautiously crafted with perfection to meet the bold style statement of today's urban audience. Its spectacular design, vibrant interiors and exteriors offer supreme comfort and luxury. The front showcases a strong yet elegant stance enhancing the road presence with unique LED headlamps and Dark Chrome Radiator Grille.

The TURBO trim offers exclusive design integrations like Twin tip muffler, Glossy black grille along with all black interiors that compliments the outstanding performance and unique features of the New Spirited VERNA.

R16 dual tone Styled Steel Wheel and New diamond cut alloys adds to the sporty looks.

Outstanding Features

In-line with Hyundai's promise of unparalleled performance and innovation in mobility, The Spirited New VERNA offers a host of features that meet the needs of today's explorers. It comes with Digital Cluster, Front Ventilated Seats, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, 20.32 cm touchscreen AVNT with HD Display, Driver Rear View Monitor, Paddle Shifter, Wireless Charger and Electric Sun roof. These features add on to the sheer pleasure of driving, makes it more fun to drive on long distances.

Advanced Technology

The Spirited New VERNA is a Technology Marvel offering All Round Excellence and Great Experience. It has India's most advanced Connectivity solution- 'Hyundai Blue Link' which has an in-built and tamper-proof device powered by Vodafone-Idea eSIM and a Cloud-based Voice Recognition platform.

The Spirited New VERNA is equipped with 45 Blue Link features classified under services in the form of Safety, Security, Remote Operations, Vehicle Relationship Management, Geographic Information Services, Alert Services and Voice Recognition.

The Hyundai Blue Link has heralded a new era of smart connected vehicles in India. The Blue Link services will be complimentary for first 3 years and post which customers can further renew the services.

High Reliability

The Spirited New VERNA is a result of constant and path breaking innovation to assure passenger and pedestrian with utmost safety. Built for outstanding driving pleasure and complete all-round safety, The Spirited New VERNA boasts of high reliability features providing the advanced safety elements like Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Emergency stop signal (ESS), Hill Start Assist Control, Rear Disc brake and Front Park Assist sensors for a stress-free driving.

Youthful Performance

The Spirited New VERNA will offer BS6 Diesel and Petrol engines promising energetic and youthful performance with 1.0 Litre Turbo GDI engine with 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission, 1.5 Litre BS6 Petrol with 6-speed Manual Transmission & Intelligent Variable Transmission and 1.5L BS6 Diesel with 6-speed Manual Transmission & 6-speed Automatic Transmission, offering Superior Power, Performance and Fuel Efficiency.

Engine & Transmission (ARAI CERTIFIED)

Engine	Maximum Power (PS @ rpm)*	Maximum Torque (kgm @ rpm)*	Transmission*
1.5 Litre Petrol BS 6	115ps @ 6,300rpm	14.7kgm @ 4,500rpm	6 MT/IVT
1.5 Litre Diesel BS 6	115ps @ 4,000rpm	25.5kgm @ 1500~2750rpm	6MT/AT
1.0 Litre Turbo GDI BS 6	120ps @ 6,000rpm	17.5kgm @ 1,500~4000rpm	7DCT

*ARAI Certified

Exterior & Interior Dimensions

The Spirited New VERNA provides the best optimization of Legroom and Trunk Volume

Length x Width x Height (mm)	4440 x 1729 x 1475
Wheelbase (mm)	2600

The Spirited New VERNA - Key Highlights

First-in-Segment Features

Blue Link

Front Ventilated Seats

Digital Cluster with 10.67cm Color TFT MID

Wireless Phone Charger

Smart Trunk

Arkamys Premium Sound

Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM)

Emergency Stop Signal

Twin Tip Muffler design

ECO coating

Rear USB Charger vs. Conventional Power Outlet

Luggage Net & Hooks

Best-in-Segment Features

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

HD display for better viewing

Sliding Function Front Armrest

0T PL 120 ps Max Power

5l DSL 115 ps Max Power

Dark Chrome Radiator Grille

Complete Peace of Mind

As a Lifetime Partner and beyond, The Spirited New VERNA will provide complete peace of mind with WONDER Warranty Options - 3 Years/unlimited kms or 4 years/60 000kms or 5 years/50 000 kms. Hyundai is also offering the Ultimate Peace of Mind with 3 Years - Road-Side Assistance, Blue Link Subscription and Map Updates along with 15th Day Home Visit. Like other Hyundai Products The Spirited New VERNA will also offer lowest cost of maintenance in its segment.

Introductory Price (Rs.): Ex-showroom, Delhi

	S	S+	SX	SX IVT	SX AT	SX(O)	SX(O) IVT	SX(O) AT	SX(O) Turbo DCT
1.5 Litre Petrol	930585	-	1070389	1195389	-	1259900	1384900	-	-
1.5 Litre Diesel	-	1065585	1205389	-	1320389	1394900	-	1509900	-
1.0 Litre Turbo GDI	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	1399000

Annexure: Blue Link Features

No	Category	Services
1.	Safety	Auto Crash Notification (ACN)
2.		SOS/Emergency Assistance
3.		Road Side Assistance
4.		Panic Notification
5.		Low Tyre Pressure Information (TPMS)
6.	Security	Stolen Vehicle Tracking
7.		Stolen Vehicle Notification
8.		Stolen Vehicle Immobilization
9.	Remote Services	Remote Engine Start/Stop ^*Applicable for Auto, DCT and CVT transmissions
10.		Remote Climate Control ^*Applicable for Auto, DCT and CVT transmissions
11.		Remote Door Lock/Unlock
12.		Remote Horn Honk & Light
13.		Remote Vehicle Status
14.		Find My Car Location
15.		Share My Car (APP Sharing)
16.	Vehicle Relationship Management (VRM)	Auto DTC Check (Diagnosis)
17.		Manual DTC Check (Diagnosis)
18.		Monthly Health Report
19.		Maintenance Alert
20.		Driving Information/Behavior
21.	Location Based Services	Destination Send to Car (from APP)
22.		Destination Send to Car (by Call Center)
23.		Real-Time POI Search
24.		Real-Time Traffic Information
25.		Share the destination (from Device)
26.		Real-Time Vehicle Tracking (from APP)
27.		Share Live Vehicle Location using APP
28.		Schedule Linked Destination Setting
29.	Alert Services	Geo-fence (Out-of-Area) Alert
30.		Speed Alert
31.		Time Fencing (Out-of-Time) Alert
32.		Valet Alert
33.		Idle Alert
34.	Voice Recognition with Natural Language Understanding (Indian English)	Wake-up Word (HELLO BLUELINK)
35.		Voice Assist Dialing
36.		Radio & Media Control
37.		Navigation Assistance
38.		Cricket Score
39.		Weather Information
40.		India's Public Holidays Information
41.		Utility Services (Time and Date)
42.	Smart Watch Services	Watch Face (For Android Wear & Tizen watches only)
43.		Remote Controls
44.		Vehicle Status Information
45.		Vehicle Alerts