The all-new Hyundai Verna is a mid-size sedan that has been designed to challenge the norm. The futuristic styling of the car is something that the world has never seen before, with a dramatic silhouette subdivided by prominent character lines giving it a powerful appeal. The sporty hood design has an imposing presence on the road that is impossible to ignore.
The Hyundai Verna has been one of the popular sedan cars in India. It has been known for its style, comfort, and performance. The latest version of this car has been launched in India, and it comes with several new features that make it a compelling choice for car buyers. In this blog, we will review the all-new Hyundai Verna and discuss its features and performance.
Design
One of the first things that you will notice about the all-new Hyundai Verna is its design. It has a futuristic design that is truly eye-catching. The front of the car features a mesmerising mystical magnetism and sensuous sportiness. The car has a chiselled aerodynamic frame that gives it a furiously fast look. The car is designed to exude a premium and luxurious appeal.
The all-new Hyundai Verna offers superior legroom and knee room with a focus on enhanced space for 2nd row seat passengers, creating lounge-like comfort. It has been designed to epitomize the future of smart mobility solutions. The car features 1st in Segment – Horizon LED positioning Lamps & DRLs that run across the width of the sedan, making a bold and ultramodern statement. Further, the Parametric Connected LED tail lamps add a dazzling touch to the innovative rear design of the all-new Hyundai Verna exuding a hi-tech and premium sensation.
Exterior
The exterior of the car is complemented by a chiselled aerodynamic frame that gives it a furiously fast look. The car is available in 9 colours and has 10 variants to choose from. It is available in two engine options that are BS6 compliant and two transmission options: Manual & Automatic.
Interior
The interior of the all-new Hyundai Verna smoothly blends luxury with modern technology. The meticulously crafted interiors with leather seats evoke a strong sense of elegant refinement. The front ventilated & heated seats and power driver seat add to the sensory experience of contemporary luxury.
The car comes with a 26.03 cm (10.25″) HD Audio video navigation system & Digital cluster with color TFT MID that ensures an immersive in-cabin experience. The car also features the best in class acoustic experience with the Bose Premium Sound 8 Speaker system. The interface delivers a seamless and modern experience while controlling functions for air-conditioning and infotainment.
The all-new Hyundai Verna now features 1st in Segment – Switchable type infotainment & climate controller. The ambient sounds of nature and Hyundai SmartSense add to the luxurious experience.
Hyundai SmartSense
The all-new Hyundai Verna comes with cutting-edge autonomous level 2 ADAS system for a smart & intuitive driving experience (Best in Segment). The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) uses automated sensing technology with radars, sensors and cameras to detect obstacles on the road & respond with countermeasures for impact avoidance. Thus offering comprehensive protection on the road.
Performance
The all-new Hyundai Verna is available in 1.5 l MPi Petrol and 1.5 l Turbo GDi Petrol engine options. The 1.5 l MPi Petrol engine delivers a power output of 115 PS and a torque of 144 Nm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or an IVT automatic transmission.
The 1.5 l Turbo GDi Petrol engine delivers a power output of 120 PS and a torque of 172 Nm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DCT automatic transmission. The car has a top speed of 200 km/h, and it can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 9.5 seconds.
The all-new Hyundai Verna offers excellent ride quality, with a comfortable suspension setup that absorbs bumps and potholes with ease. The car is easy to drive, and the steering is precise, making it a joy to drive in the city as well as on the highway.
Highlights
One of the highlights of the car is its engine. The 1.5 l Turbo GDi Petrol engine is the best in its segment, offering maximum power of 117.5 kW (160 PS) @ 5,500 r/min and maximum torque of 253 Nm (25.8 kgm) @ 1,500~3,500 r/min. The 1.5 l MPi Petrol engine, on the other hand, offers maximum power of 84.4 kW (115 PS) @ 6,300 r/min and maximum torque of 143.8 Nm (14.7 kgm) @ 4,500 r/min. These engines provide an efficient drive and ensure that the car is both powerful and fuel-efficient.
The car features an advanced seamlessly integrated 26.03 cm (10.25″) HD audio video navigation system & digital cluster with color TFT MID. Add switchable type infotainment & climate controller and 65+ Bluelink connected features to that, and you get a sedan that is designed for an efficient drive. The all-new Hyundai Verna roars to life with your voice using Home to car with Alexa & Google assistant. Everything is ergonomically arranged to provide a haven of tranquillity and order.
The launch of the 2023 Hyundai Verna has brought back excitement in the mid-size sedan segment. The car boasts features like a dark chrome parametric grille, Horizon LED positioning lamps with LED DRLs, parametric LED taillamps, and 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. The car’s cabin is loaded with features like a power driver seat, front heated and ventilated seats, switchable digital panel for infotainment and climate controller, 10.25-inch HD audio video navigation system, digital cluster with coloured TFT MID, Bose premium sound 8 speaker system, wireless charger, 64 ambient light system and electric sunroof.
The car has 30 standard safety features, including six airbags. Overall, there are 65 safety features. Besides, the car has 17 Level 2 ADAS features.
With the discontinuation of the diesel engine, the new Verna now has a naturally aspirated petrol engine and a turbo petrol engine. The 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine (115PS/143.8Nm) can be paired with a 6-speed MT or an IVT automatic, while the 1.5-litre T-GDi petrol engine (160PS/253Nm) can be had either with a 6-speed MT or a 7-speed DCT.
The 2023 Hyundai Verna mileage is claimed to be 18.60kmpl for the Verna 1.5 MPi MT, 19.60kmpl for the Verna 1.5 MPi IVT, 20kmpl.