Hyundai Motor Co. plans to launch Hyundai Avante in the Indian market very soon. Hyundai Avante is the fourth generation sedan model of D segment which ll be replaced by the discontinued model Hyundai Elantra. Hyundai Avante offers an excellent choice for drivers who need a stylish economic compact car with a handsome body. The front is adorned with headlights, front fog lights and a prominent body color bumper. The extended wheelbase gives it a sleeker and more prominent appearance. The body color side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, on-touch power tilt sunroof and 7 spoke alloy wheels add to the style of the car.
Hyundai Avante might be equipped with a 1.6 litre petrol engine and a diesel engine variant may follow. The 1.6 litre, 4 cylinder, petrol engine is believed to pump out a top power of 118 bhp at 6200 rpm and churn out a peak torque of 156 Nm at 4200 rpm. The diesel variant of the car is reported to be loaded with a 1582cc, CRDi power-train that belts out a max power of 115 bhp at 4000 rpm and generates maximum torque of 260 nm at 1900 rpm. Both the mills are to be mated with automatic gearbox. For better fuel economy, the petrol engine is reported to have intelligent Gasoline Direct Injection technology (GDI). This technology will ensure around 10 per cent increase in the fuel efficiency as compared.
The Hyundai Avante is loaded with high-technology safety features catering to active safety, passive safety and security features. The rear view of the upcoming Hyundai Avante looks same as the other sedans that are compact, but the LED Tail lamp design renders the distinction. The vehicle stability management system consists of ESC, TCS and ABS for collision avoidance situations. Traction control system, Brake Assist, Anti-lock Braking system and Electronic Brake force Distribution systems are also equipped for a better and safe driving experience whatever may be the weather and road conditions are.
Specification:
| Displacement | Petrol: 1591cc Diesel: 1582cc |
| Engine Type | 1.6 Petrol/Diesel Engine |
| Maximum Power | Petrol: 118 Bhp @ 6200 rpm Diesel: 115Bhp @ 4000rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Petrol: 156 Nm @ 4200 rpm Diesel: 260Nm @ 1900rpm |
| Dimension | 4505mm x 1775mm x 1490mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h |
| Suspension | McPherson Strut Type, Stabiliser Bar |
| Turning Circle | 5.67 m |
| Steering | Tilt |
| Gears | 5 speed manual gear box |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1267 Kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litre |
Price:
The expected price of Hyundai Avante is between Rs. 10-14 Lakhs.
