Hyundai Grand i10 2013-2016 AT Asta

Grand i10 2013-2016 AT Asta Review

The South Korean auto major Hyundai, has rolled out the automatic version of its latest hatch model Hyundai Grand i10. The company had officially launched this hatch model barely a few months ago and now they have added two more variants to the model's portfolio. Here the Hyundai Grand i10 AT Asta comes as the high end variant and it is powered by the 1.2-litre Petrol Kappa Dual VTVT engine. The company has mated this engine with a 4-speed automatic gearbox that will enable this petrol mill to deliver exceptional performance and mileage. The company made no changes to the interiors or exteriors of this hatchback. As far as features are concerned, this high end trim has been offered with all the features that were offered to the existing Asta variant. Some of the important features include a reverse parking sensor, smart key less entry, a motor driven electric power steering, alloy wheels, a leather wrapped steering wheel with steering mounted audio controls. There is no doubt that the vehicle will do well in terms of sales in the car market of India.

Exteriors :

The appearance of the new Hyundai Grand i10 AT Asta trim is incredibly stylish and it has been inherited with the brand Hyundai design DNA. This makes its more stylish than any other hatch of its class. To start with the front profile, the newly styled headlight cluster dominates the entire profile with its swept-back design. This headlight cluster surrounds the sleek and stylish radiator grille that comes fitted with the chrome plated strip and the company logo. There is a sporty design bumper fitted just under the grille that houses a large air dam along with fog lights. Coming to the side profile, you can find the wheel arches have been skillfully fitted with the alloy wheels that gives a great look to the side. The door have been blessed with chrome plated door handles and body colored ORVMs that have been incorporated with turn indicators. The rear profile of this hatch gets the stylish taillight cluster that has unique design elements. The boot lid and the rear bumper gets the expressive design that makes the rear profile very much trendy and heads turning. Furthermore, the rear end of this hatch gets the rear spoiler, high mount stop lamps and the chrome plated company logo that is fitted under the rear wiper.

Interiors :

The interior cabin section of this high end variant is very spacious and plus that offers a luxurious feel to the occupants. The company is offering this top end variant with the dual tone color scheme with Beige and Black theme, which is further complimented by the Blue interior illumination. As soon as you take a step inside this vehicle, you can find that the internal door handles gets the metallic finish, while the gearshift knob and parking lever tip have been accentuated in chrome. The seats inside the cabin are pretty wide and well cushioned that provides brilliant support all the way from shoulders to thighs. Furthermore, these seats have been covered with dual tone fabric upholstery. Inside the cabin, you will find some of the user friendly and utility based features such as front room lamps, front and rear door map pockets, stylish instrument cluster with center fascia display that comes with tachometer, driver seat belt warning and low fuel indicator. Apart from these, you can also find the multi information display that includes dual trip meter, engine running time, digital clock, and average vehicle speed indicator.

Engine and Performance :

The newly introduced Hyundai Grand i10 AT Asta trim is the top end variant in its model series and it is blessed with the same 1.2-litre Kappa Dual VTVT petrol power plant. This engine comes with 4-cylinders, 16-valves and with DOHC valve configuration that produces 1197cc displacement capacity . The company has incorporated this engine with MPFI fuel supply system that enables it to produce 81.9bhp of peak power output at 6000rpm, while generating 113.8Nm of maximum torque at 4000rpm. Now this Kappa Dual engine is coupled with a 4-speed automatic transmission gearbox that sends the engine power to the front wheels.

Braking and Handling :

The company hasn't compromised on the aspects of braking, which is the most important aspect of any other four wheeler. This particular Hyundai Grand i10 AT Asta trim is blessed with disc brakes fitted to the front wheels and drum brakes fitted to the rear wheels. This proficient braking combination will help the driver to obtain superior control over the hatch. As far as the handling aspects are concerned, Hyundai has blessed this latest top end variant with a Motor Driven electric power steering system that is very sensitive and offers incredible response to the driver. Furthermore, the company has fitted the front axle with McPherson Strut type of suspension system, while assembling the rear axle with coupled torsion beam axle type of suspension mechanism. This system will enhance the handling aspects of the vehicle by keeping the hatch agile.

Comfort Features :

Coming to the comforts and convenience, this new Hyundai Grand i10 AT Asta trim has been bestowed with top rated aspects that are best in its class. The company is offering this top end variant exciting features including motor driven electric power steering, a manually air conditioning system with heater, tinted glass, power windows with auto down function (driver side only), 12V power outlet, electrically adjustable and foldable outside mirrors, adjustable rear seat head rest, a cooled glove box, driver seat height adjustment, passenger vanity mirror, push button start/stop function and so on. The South Korean automaker has blessed this top end variant with an integrated 2-DIN music player with MP3/CD/Radio players along with AUX-In, USB and Bluetooth connectivity with steering mounted audio controls.

Safety Features :

The South Korean automaker has blessed this new variant with few of the basic and standard safety aspects. All the protective features offered to this trim worths more than what you pay for this vehicle. Some of the aspects include an engine immobilizer system that keeps the vehicle safe from unauthorized persons, a smart key less entry system, reverse parking sensor, a central locking system, day and night inside rear view mirrors and fog lights.

Pros : Affordable price, plush interiors with best in class features.

Cons : Basic safety aspects, mileage figure must improve.