A test mule of Hyundai’s micro-SUV has been spotted again after it had been last seen being loaded on a transporter. Hyundai’s answer to the upcoming Tata HBX and Maruti Ignis was heavily camouflaged, but it still reveals quite few design details.
This time around, we’ve got a clearer view of the front fascia. The grille and therefore the split headlights resemble that of the Venue. Previously, we saw that the SUV has an upright stance and a boxy design. It gets a status clearance with a tall seating position. The model spied here seems like a top-spec variant, a bit like the one spotted earlier. this is often evident from the stylised wheels, which appear as if 16-inch alloys filling out the flared wheel arches.
There is still no glimpse of the inside but considering Hyundai’s other models, we will expect the carmaker to supply the micro-SUV with a bunch of segment-topping features starting from a touchscreen infotainment system and a multi-info display to a wireless charger. Adequate features are likely on the security end too with dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and a rear parking camera.
Under the hood, we will expect to ascertain Hyundai’s two 1.2-litre engines, the 83PS petrol and 75PS diesel units, seen within the Grand i10 Nios. The 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which puts out 100PS within the Nios and Aura, could even be offered. The transmission options also are likely to be borrowed from the Grand i10 Nios, with the 1.2-litre engines getting an AMT option.
There’s still a while before the micro-SUV hits the market, probably sometime in 2021. What we do know is that it’ll go up against the upcoming Tata HBX, additionally to other micro-SUVs like the Mahindra KUV100 NXT and therefore the Maruti Suzuki Ignis.