Production of Hyundai i10 Discontinued by HMIL

Hyundai discontinues Kappa 1.2 litre engine 

Hyundai i10 Test mule spotted

26 March, 2013: The upcoming refreshed version of Hyundai i10 hatch has been spotted doing test runs here in India suggesting the launch is likely to take place around September-October. The refreshed hatch caught in lenses is camouflaged and do not suggest about the powertrains so whether or not the company is going to bring in the diesel version pictures remains hazy. New Hyundai i10 will be fluidic and will be based on a new platform; chances are that the new Hyundai i10 will be christened as 'Brilliant' featuring the new 1.1L smallest oil burner from the company.

Hyundai launches i10 iTech Special Edition

21 February, 2013: Hyundai India to celebrate its glory of reaching a milestone of 1.2million units sold of Hyundai i10 has rolled out a special edition of the vehicle. Dubbed as iTech Special Edition, Hyundai has incorporated a host of new features which boasts of creature comforts and visual changes. The changes includes iTech body graphics, red and beige color scheme seat covers, Rear view parking camera, Steering mounted Bluetooth controls; this special edition will be made available in Crystal White and Garnet Red paint jobs.  Hyundai i10 iTech variant has been made available with both the 1.1 liter and 1.2 liter petrol engines.

New Hyundai i10 diesel to be launched with 1.1 litre engine

January 21, 2013 : Hyundai i10 2014 version could come with a diesel engine option, the diesel version is likely to be equipped with a 1.1 litre-75 Bhp CRDi turbo diesel engine. With the diesel engine being affixed under the hood expect Hyundai i10 price for the diesel variant to be a tad more than the petrol version. A new petrol version is also in the making, the petrol variant will also get a new 1 litre petrol mill. Apart from this, the interiors will also be spruced up and the hatchback will flaunt the modish fluidic deign.

2014 Hyundai i10, more details emerge

11 January, 2013 : Fresh details have emerged about the next gen Hyundai 10 hatchback. 2014 Hyundai i10 pictures reveal that the hatchback will be longer and wider than the outgoing version. The car is also likely to be bestowed with a new front fascia and a fresh front grille. Also a reconstructed bumper, round tail lamps will be a part of the new details. Among the new features expect a new touch screen infotainment system, a start stop button and parking cameras. A 1.1 litre, three pot, kappa petrol motor along with a diesel engine will be doing duty in the next gen Hyundai i10. A five manual and a four speed automatic gearbox will be mated to these engine options. The auto box will be available only on the petrol version.

New Hyundai i10 and its compact sedan next year

02 January, 2013: Year 2014 will be important for Hyundai as new i10 and a compact sedan based on the same platform will be unveiled. It has been confirmed that the new sedan will be placed between new Hyundai i10 and i20 hatchbacks. The cars will be available in diesel as well as petrol engines. These will compete with Honda Brio and Honda Amaze models but as a matter of fact, Hyundai i10 is a huge success already, the competition is going to be fierce for sure.

Hyundai i10 Diesel for India under way

04 October, 2012: The fast selling hatch from Korean carmaker, Hyundai i10 will now don a diesel engine under its mini hood. As per the reports, the company now wants to focus on diesel cars in India and hence the launch of Hyundai i10 Diesel by early 2013 will be the first arrow shot. There are chances that a small 1.1L, 3-cylinder Turbo Diesel motor, which generates a max power of 75PS and 153Nm of peak torque, will take on the likes of Maruti Swift, Ford Figo and Tata Indica EV2. Moreover the estimated Hyundai i10 diesel price will be a premium of about Rs 1-1.25 lakh over the existing petrol car models of i10.

After Hyundai i10 LPG, here comes CNG

26 September, 2012 : Hyundai Motors India has greeted its existing and prospect consumers ‘Happy Diwali’ with a perfect gift called CNG kits. The Korean company has launched CNG kits for their bestselling Hyundai i10 hatch at Rs 56,000. This green alternate fuel reduces the overall running costs by Rs 2 per kilometers, as currently the petrol-run Hyundai i10 costs about Rs 5 per kilometer, while CNG rounds off to Rs 3 per kilometer. The best part about these CNG kits is that it can be fitted to old as well as brand new Hyundai i10.

Hyundai i10 Review by Expert

The Hyundai i10 in the Hyundai i series is a swanky looking model that boasts of a 1.2 litre 16 V DOHC Kappa 2 engine with VTVT (Variable Timing Valve Train) that ensures good mileage of 20.36 kmpl and optimum fuel efficiency. The massive power can be felt the instant you turn on the ignition.

The sleek exteriors gather second glances wherever Hyundai i10 may go. The new Hyundai i10 has had some cosmetic changes and the smiling face of the car now gets a more serious and ready for business look. Some features that stand out are the electrically adjusted outside rear view mirrors with integrated turn indicators and heated function and the electric sunroof that adds to the overall Hyundai i10 premium feel.

The interiors of the Hyundai i10 are just as appealing as the exterior. The chic and trendy interiors welcome you as you step into the Hyundai i10. Dual tone interiors liven up the cabin. Good quality upholstery score points in the looks department. The dashboard now sports a grey hue with all necessary elements incorporated into it such as the instrument cluster sporting the speedometer, tachometer etc that are illuminated in blue so it’s easy to read; the central console looks like a smooth silk running down from the dashboard and the gear knob sits nicely on it doing its duty stylishly whether it’s automatic or manual transmission. One of the most interesting features the Hyundai i10 sports is the gear shift warning (in Manual Transmission) reminding the driver to change gears whenever it’s necessary. The stereo player with Bluetooth connectivity enables wireless connection with devices of your choice while the USB and AUX port enables plugging in portable devices such as ipod, MP3, mobile phone etc. The power and tilt steering make for easy maneuverability in city traffic. The front seats spell comfort and ensure you enjoy your ride whether short or long hassle free. The seats are also height adjustable making it apt for a driver of any height to drive the super cool Hyundai i10. Other comfort and convenience features include glove box wherein you can store your papers, knick knacks etc; automatic air conditioning cools you down in a hot Indian summer and makes your ride a pleasurable one; passenger vanity mirror enable quick touch ups before an important meeting; rear wiper-washer and rear defogger give you a clear view of both the front and the back; luggage compartment lamp make it easy to adjust bags and baggage at night.

Hyundai i10 becomes a complete package with superior safety features incorporated to it. Some of these features include front fog lamps that provide vision in heavy winters; central locking secures passengers and avoids accidental opening of doors; burglar alarm embedded in every Hyundai i10 saves from unauthorized access; rear parking sensor help in parking at tight spots and dual air bags offer cushion at time of collision and accidents preventing any sort of injuries.

Hyundai i10 Rivals

The long living inaugural compact city car from the Korean carmaker Hyundai i10 has now stepped up to compete with new kid on the block, Honda Brio. Over the years, Hyundai i10 has build up a unique and commanding attachment with car buyers in India. Both the compact hatchbacks cars suit the city conditions well. Inside i10, there are features like advanced music player with aux-in, USB and CD player, tiltable steering and OVRMs mounted side-indicators. More or less same aspects are available in Brio too, with an altogether fresh get-up, which is really appealing. However, the premium distinctive element of ‘Sunroof’ in i10, a segment first, cannot be ignored.

Here Honda Brio has the potential to become a capable segment leader, but it cannot wipe-off the trust and reliability stature of Hyundai i10 of its fans in India at one go. Honda Brio responds to ‘Sunroof’ with full glass boot lid at rear, which makes the young blood overwhelmed. The performance by the petrol power trains of the two, are cut-to-cut, while Hyundai i10 goes very well on the highways, together with Brio coming handy in city drives.  The safety features consist of Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and dual SRS airbags among others in i10, whereas Japanese hatch has all these functions accompanied by Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).

Hyundai i10 Mileage and Fuel Efficiency

Hyundai i10 mileage and fuel efficiency figures are certified by ARAI. Both the engines perform at their level best not only on the performance factor but also on the mileage front. The 1.1L IRDE engine that smokes 69 PS of power at 99 Nm of torque is capable to deliver a city mileage of 13.7 kmpl along with 17.9 kmpl on the open roads of the highways. While the other frugal 1.2L Kappa power-train that churns out 80 PS of raw power at peak torque of 112 Nm produces some satisfactory figures in fuel efficiency department with city mileage of 14.5 kmpl alongside 18.8 kmpl is recoded when it zooms over the highways. Moreover, the Automatic Transmission version of the same also offer some promising fuel economy numbers with 10.5 kmpl and 14.8 kmpl for jam packed city conditions and smooth highways.

Hyundai i10 Models and Features

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Hyundai i10 Colors

Ice Silver	Blushing Red	Thunder Black	Sleek Silver

Champagne Gold	Carbon Grey	Crystal White	Electric Red

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Hyundai i10 Engine, Power and Performance

Hyundai i10 IRDE2 Engine

The new enhanced IRDE2 Engine stands for Intelligent Responsive Drive Engine that has been technically upgraded to deliver outstanding power and great mileage.  The 1.1 IRDE2 Engine with an engine capacity of 1086cc churns out and outstanding power of 69ps at 5500 rpm and delivers a torque of about 99 Nm at 4500 rpm. The power packed engine is favourable of 4 cylinders and 12 valves.

Hyundai i10 Kappa2 Engine with VTVT

 

Hyundai i10 Pickup and Acceleration

Engine Variant	Power (PS/RPM)	Torque (NM/RPM)	Acceleration (0-100 kmph)	Top Speed	Transmission
Hyundai i10 IRDE2 1.1L	69 / 5500	99 / 4500	15 seconds	143	5-speed Manual Transmission
Hyundai i10 KAPPA2 1.2L	80 / 6000	112 / 4000	13 seconds	165	5-speed Manual Transmission
Hyundai i10 KAPPA2 1.2L AT	80 / 6000	112 / 4000	14 seconds	160	4-speed Automatic Transmission

 

One of the most fuel efficient hatchbacks Hyundai i10 provides with a perfect acceleration too. The 1.1L engine that churns out figures of 69 PS and 99 Nm is capable to move from nowhere to 100 in just 15 seconds, which is decent compared to other cars in the segment. While the top speed with its 5-speed manual gear box touches 143 kmph.  The other 1.2L Kappa power train is faster in reaching 100 kph mark with mere 13 seconds along with top speed of 165 kmph. The automatic version of the same that is equipped with 4-speed automatic gearbox rips the top speed of 160 kmph together with acceleration from 0-100 in only 14 seconds, which is really commendable in the segment.               

 

Hyundai  i10 Interiors and Features

The Korean hatchback has got interiors that appear to be designed by keeping in mind the Indian consumers utility. The cabin is spacious, although from the compactness outside, one cannot believe the inner roominess. All the aspects are appropriately in place inside the cabin, be it the seating arrangement or the functions at centre console or even the sleek dashboard.        

Hyundai i10 is presented stylish dual tone beige and brown interiors with good quality upholstery that casts enchantment from every sight.  The newly done dual tone beige interiors along with the blue illumination display with chrome accents speak much of the feel of the car. The centre console has a perfect design that suits well to the compact shaped Hyundai car as it has got hassle free buttons and clear display together with modern dashboard. Moreover, the console is well equipped with AC vents, 2-DIN audio player and panel that are equally appealing and innovative.  The audio system speakers are very sharp and deliver distinct and quality sound to the occupants. The three spoke steering wheel of Hyundai i10 is quite handy and well positioned to the utmost comfort of the driver. Fabric accents and chrome finishing on the side windings of the dash, doors and seats is yet very attractive. The display and design of the instrument cluster is very impressive.

 

The solid built Hyundai i10 can easily accommodate five people. The legroom and roof space are very comfortable, although the car lacks positioning of head rests on the rear seats and even the people sitting in the front portion of the cabin will find some amount of discomfort on long journeys.  However, some remarkable features like the motor driven electric steering with the i-gear shift technology, electronic trip meter, low fuel warning lamp and an internally adjustable ORVM make the car admirable and comfy at the same time. The Hyundai i10 Asta variant comes with a notable electric sunroof that adds to the beauty of the car.

 

Hyundai i10 Exteriors and Features

The distinctive exteriors have now become more praiseworthy with the introduction of next gen model of Hyundai i10. The headlamps are now clear and better looking with integration of chrome lining compared to skinny-appearing and dated in the older version.    

The Hyundai i10 now appears to be modish with its latest update that has made it emerge truly marvelous in every portion of the outer surface. The new low slung chrome inserted front grille design has made it look young again from the mediocre styling of the predecessor. The bigger air vents that uses honeycomb grille provides with a sporty feel at frontage, while the spherical fog lamps are replaced by some solid looking rectangular ones in order to bestow a commanding stance to Hyundai i10 in the crowded city streets. The sides has now got lines flowing around giving a feel of fluidic philosophy, the ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirror) integrated turn indicators in body color looks attractive via side profile. The athletic roof rails at the top of Hyundai i10 along with sporty looking antenna create a perfect blend of sturdiness and exclusiveness. The built quality of the outer surface is pretty solid together with pure metallic embossed painting that can face any unwanted minor bruises with ease.

The rear has got quality finish levels with the tail lamps perfectly carved and the finish rendered with utmost passion. The rear spoiler is larger compared to other segment cars that improves aerodynamics together with premium looking chrome tail gate handle that rests under the company emblem. This fine-looking Hyundai i10 exteriors stands tall on attitude with support of solid appearing 155/80 R13 (tubeless tyres) alloy wheels. All in all, Hyundai i10 exteriors have got majority of the stuff that is required to intimidate its challengers in the segment.

 

Safety Features in Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 comes well equipped with advanced safety features. The Instrument cluster comprises of many warning lamps such as the low fuel warning lamp, the driver seat belt warning lamp, door and tailgate Ajar warning lamp, MDPS warning lamp, ABS warning lamp and air bag warning lamp. The car comes with dual front airbags. The Braking system is very effective with ABS and front disc brakes. The Car also has the support of  multi reflector fog lamps. All these features provide optimum safety and precaution for the well being of the driver as well as the passengers.

 

 

Driving and Handling of Hyundai i10

As mentioned earlier, Hyundai i10 offers a complete thrilling and enchanting experience with no noise from the engine. Excellently power packed and responsive the steering is very handy. With a short wheelbase and turning radius, the car is easily under control.  The Road and side clearance are very notable.  The all new McPherson Strut Suspension in the front and CTBA coil springs in the rear make the car perfectly suited to the Indian roads. The Gear change ratio and the shift is very timed and smooth. The Steel wheels with tubeless tyres give a firm grip on the roads even on slippery surfaces during the rainy season.

 

Hyundai i10 Accessories

Hyundai Motors offer many Hyundai i10 accessories to get your car look modish and at the same time distinctive from other i10s. The genuine accessories of the exterior part comprise of stylish spoiler kit and roof rail along with side molding to shield your car from minor bruises. The other garnishing are chrome door handle covers and chrome eye-line for the headlights at front along with rear garnish and waist line moldings. There are also elegant looking door visors, chrome kit for headlamps and tail lamps together with front fog lamps to counter bad weather conditions.

 

Moreover, the list of wheel accessories consist of solid looking wheel covers, wheel flair kit alongside trendy alloys and mud flaps for protecting your i10 from water and wet mud splash. Furthermore, there are modern body graphics available for Hyundai i10 to make it more chic. The interior garnishing has a variety of seat covers in different shades and themes alongside many colors to choose for steering wheel covers. There are door scuffs & door sills with Hyundai i10 embedded on it. At the same time, one can select from special mat choices available in the form of carpet mats, rubber mats and transparent mats.

 

Hyundai i10 Road Test Report

We took Hyundai i10 for a spin and we are quite happy with the outcome. The under the hood scenario of Hyundai i10 is fairly impressive. The 1.2 litre of Kappa engine utilizes four valves per cylinder that have been united with twin overhead camshaft setup. This strappy and energetic engine easily produces peak power of 80 PS at the rate of 5200 rpm along with 112 Nm of crest torque at the rate of 4000 rpm. The engine here is successful in delivering high performance on road and makes the drive much smooth and comfortable of the driver.  

 

Hyundai i10 features1.2 litre of Kappa engine that has VTVT technology, which makes the engine extremely fuel efficient and doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket. On our drive, we noticed that the power delivered by the engine, which was 80 PS pushed the car to perform well on road and the five speed manual gearbox enhanced the fuel economy figures. The car delivers a handsome fuel economy of 18 km per litre.

 

Hyundai i10 is a perfect and ideal performer on road and with 1.2 litre of Kappa engine, the drive gets better and much smoother, even the stability of the car has been improved substantially. The NVH or noise, vibration and harshness levels have been refined further, but sadly the engine gets a bit anxious above 100 km per hour. The steering wheel is quite responsive and it will help you to glide with utter smoothness from heavy traffic situations. The brakes are much better and sharp as compared to the older Hyundai i10 model. The five speed manual transmission coupled with the engine is efficient and has been positioned smartly to provide complete comfort to the driver. The gearshift indicators are present to indicate you when to change the gears, which in turn ensures higher fuel efficiency.

Hyundai i10 has an impressive acceleration and pickup. The 1.2 litre of Kappa engine produces 80 PS of peak power with 112 Nm of peak torque. When accelerated, the car gears up with a top speed of 159 km per hour and touch the 100 km per hour speed mark in 14.12 seconds. Hyundai i10 featuring automatic gearbox has a top speed of 147 km per hour and hits the ton in just 18.44 seconds. So, we could say that the acceleration and pickup of Hyundai i10 is impressive and the hatchback comes out to be a no nonsense hatchback in the market today.

The braking and handling of new Hyundai i10 is just stupendous. Our little road test on Hyundai i10 proved to be very smooth and nice. The suspension system fitted in the hatchback has been customized to go through rough and rugged Indian terrains and it is certainly successful in providing a very leveled and bumps free ride indeed. The steering is responsive. Driving with this steering wheel surely makes the drive very enthusiastic and excited. The brakes are top-notch and the presence of anti lock braking system makes the braking system much more advanced. Overall, we can say that Hyundai i10 Kappa hatchback is one of the best hatchbacks in the market today, which is not only a pleasure in driving but is also easy on pocket.

 

 

Hyundai i10 Conclusion

On the whole, the Hyundai i10 is a complete power-packed package and one of the best available choices in the hatchback segment. But one cannot forget, that the competition has taken a tough ask from the company as consumers are now more attracted towards the facelifts and new launches of the vehicles in India. Hence in order to stay in this solid contender ship, change is necessary from time to time. No doubt, the solid build, quality interior aspects, refined engine choices make it favorable in the hatchback segment, but still an upgrade is the need of hour for Hyundai i10.

 

At the time, when it was initially launched, it took the market by flutter because there was not much of rivalry around and it had a separate and fresh identity of its own between the stereotypical small cars in India. Hyundai i10 is amazing in city road conditions along with it holds decent composure when of highways because of its compact design. The petrol run iRDE engine more refined compared to any challengers. The USP of Hyundai i10’S electric power steering makes you feel heaven at crowded city environment.  There are full marks to Hyundai when it comes to reliability and solid built of the car, especially when other carmakers are offering with product with cheap material and delicate looking exteriors.