2018 Hyundai Santro Launched
After unveiling it at their Chennai R&D facility a couple of weeks ago, Hyundai finally launched the 2018 Santro in India. With prices starting from Rs 3.89 lakh and going up to Rs 5.65 lakh (both ex-showroom Delhi), the new Santro is aimed at filling the void left after its predecessor was retired in early 2015.
Based on a new platform, the tallboy has transformed into a properly modern hatchback. It packs in quite a lot of kit, including a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a reverse camera, rear-AC vents as well as steering-mounted audio controls.
Powering the new Santro 2018 is a 1.1-litre, four-cylinder engine that makes 68PS/99Nm (petrol) and 58PS/84Nm (CNG). The petrol version is also available with a 5-speed AMT over and above the standard 5-speed manual gearbox.
The Santro was probably among the most anticipated car launches of 2018 and looks to have created quite a stir as well. It has already bagged over 23,000 pre-bookings till now and you might have to wait till next year to get it home, considering the growing waiting periods.