Hyundai has now officially entered the Indian market with the facelifted Grand i10 Nios hatchback. Starting at an economical ₹5.68 lakh (ex-showroom), the new look for 2023 Hyundai Grand i10 Nios will set new standards in comfort and safety with its features. This is an incoming compact car aimed primarily at urban buyers looking for a stylish and well-furnished basic car that remains within budget.
Fresh and Sporty Exterior Design
The new Grand i10 Nios brings about a change in style dynamic with a modern-day appeal and sporty character. Most apparent would be the haphazard front view: it sports a black radiator grille and LED Daytime Running Lights in a rather bizarre arrangement reminiscent of a boomerang. The headlights have been upgraded to projectors, which lends a much more premium appeal to the hatchback.
From the side, it has 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels and roof rails that inject a sporty charm, with continuous body line strokes complimenting its urban persona. At the rear, the Grand i10 Nios now boasts a connecting LED tail lamp with a stylish red strip and a shark-fin antenna. Also, for the personalization of buyers, the company has introduced a new color: Spark Green, available in monotone and dual-tone options.
Feature-Rich and Comfortable Interiors
The Grand i10 Nios interiors, on the other hand, are equally impressive, featuring a dual-tone beige cabin decorated with a honeycomb pattern on the dashboard. The seats are covered in grey upholstery, with the “Nios” inscription on them, complemented by blue footwell lighting and metal-finish door handles.
On the technology front, it features an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a few things may include a 3.5-inch multi-information display, wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity, Type-C charging port, and a fully automatic climate control system with rear AC vents. An engaging musical experience is ensured by a premium Arkamys sound system.”
Engine and Fuel Efficiency
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is powered by a Kappa petrol engine of 1.2-liter that shoes 82 bhp at 6,000 rpm and 113.8 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. It had a choice of a five-speed manual or an AMT automatic transmission for this engine. The petrol variant offers a claimed mileage of 20.7 kmpl for the manual and 20.1 kmpl for the AMT.
The CNG variant, which puts its premium on efficiency, will churn out 68 bhp and 95.2 Nm of torque with a manual transmission only. The mileage claimed for the CNG version is an astounding 27.3 km/kg, making it one of the most efficient cars in its class.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety is at the fore in the all-new Grand i10 Nios, with Hyundai making four airbags standard across all its variants. The flagship trims get six airbags for even greater safety. Other features of the car include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Hill Start Assist Control (HAC), Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS), ISOFIX child seat mounts, automatic headlamps, and rear parking sensors. These features provide a sense of security while driving in the city and even in highway cruising.
Variants and Pricing
The 2023 Grand i10 Nios comes with four key variants – Era, Magna, Sportz, and Asta. The entry-level Era variant costs ₹5.68 lakh, making it an attractive model for first-time buyers. Climbing up the trims based on the list of features and transmission options will give rise to pricing.
Final Thoughts
In looks, up-to-date tech-filled insides, value-for-money powertrains, and safety-focus, the 2023 Hyundai Grand i10 Nios indeed stands out as one of the more value-for-money entries in the compact hatchback segment. A wise purchase for those with limited finances who do not want to compromise on features and style.