Hyundai’s New Verna Launched; A Familiar Face in the Mid-Size Sedan Segment

Hyundai Motor India Limited has launched the refreshed Hyundai Verna, aiming to dominate in the mid-size sedan segment.

Priced from ₹10.98 lakh (ex-showroom), the updated Verna arrives with over 25 enhancements across design, technology, safety, and comfort.

The latest facelift finally introduced Level 2 ADAS, keeping the competition in mind.

Performance

Under the hood, the Verna continues with two petrol engine options:

1.5-litre MPi Petrol

• Power: 113 hp
• Transmission: 6-speed Manual / IVT

1.5-litre Turbo GDi Petrol

• Power: 157 hp
• Torque: 253 Nm
• Transmission: 6-speed Manual / 7-speed DCT

 Additional performance features include:

• Drive Modes (Eco, Normal, Sport)
• Paddle Shifters
• Idle Stop & Go (ISG)

 Exterior with Character

The new Verna adopts a more aggressive design language with a bold and modern stance. The company upgraded the sedan with a black chrome radiator grille, new dual LED projector headlamps, redesigned front and rear bumpers, and R16 diamond-cut alloy wheels.

With a length of 4,565 mm, wheelbase of 2,670 mm, and width of 1,765 mm, the Verna remains one of the widest sedans in its segment.

 Premium and Feature-Rich Interior

On the inside, the Verna gets a significantly enhanced cabin designed to feel more premium and driver-focused.

Key highlights include:

• Dual 10.25-inch integrated displays (infotainment +digital cluster)
• D-Cut steering wheel
• Leatherette seat upholstery
• 8-way electrically adjustable driver seat with memory
• 4-way electrically adjustable passenger seat
• Passenger seat electric walk-in device (segment-first)
• Rear window sunshade (segment-first)
• Bose 8-speaker premium sound system
• Switchable infotainment and climate control panel
• Front ventilated seats
• Smart trunk with 528-litre boot capacity

Connectivity and Technology

The sedan comes equipped with Hyundai Bluelink connected technology, offering over 70 connected features.

Technology highlights include:

• Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• Wireless smartphone charging
• Surround View Monitor
• Blind Spot View Monitor
• 350+ voice commands
• Multi-language user interface
• Remote lighting controls and vehicle tracking

These additions aim to deliver a more intuitive and connected driving experience.

Advanced Safety Package

Safety remains a major focus for the new Verna, which now offers over 75 advanced safety features.

Key highlights include:

• Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS (20 functions)
• Segment-first 7 airbags, including center airbag
• Built-in dashcam
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
• ESC with Vehicle Stability
• Hill Start Assist

 The Sedan also gets six airbags as standard across variants, along with ABS, EBD, rear parking sensors, and ISOFIX child seat mounts.

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