Hyundai to launch Grand i10 facelift

Hyundai is all set to launch an updated version of its Maruti Swift rivalling Grand i10, details and pricing of which have surfaced. Hyundai dealerships are quoting a starting price of ₹4.58 lakh (₹13,000 cheaper than the outgoing model) while the fully loaded variant is likely to cost about ₹7.33 lakh.

Notable changes to the updated Grand i10 come in the form of a new front end, featuring a wider grille and new bumpers (with the front bumper now housing the fog-lamps). There’s also a list of new equipment on board. These include a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system that’s loaded with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus top-end variants also get features such as a reverse parking camera, automatic climate control and a set of new alloy wheels.

The biggest news on the updated Grand i10 is the 75hp 1.2-litre diesel engine that will replace the current car’s 71hp 1.1-litre diesel. The petrol variants will continue to be powered by the outgoing model’s 83hp 1.2-litre engine; this engine will, however, be tuned for better fuel economy.

Along with the update, Hyundai will also rejig the Grand i10’s variant line-up. The current Asta(O) will be discontinued in favour of a standard Asta trim, while there will now be a Sportz(O) trim and a petrol-only Sportz(O) AT.