Hyundai Xcent 2014-2016 1.2 Kappa AT SX Option

Xcent 2014-2016 1.2 Kappa AT SX Option Review

Hyundai Xcent is the first compact sedan from the stable of the country's second largest car makers HMIL. It is based on the Grand i10 platform and is available in a very reasonable price range. The company has launched it with both petrol and diesel engine options. Among the variants available, the Hyundai Xcent 1.2 Kappa AT SX Option is the top end variant in its model series. It is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which comes with a displacement capacity of 1197cc. This engine is coupled with a four speed automatic transmission gear box, which helps the sedan in attaining a maximum speed in the range of 145 to 155 Kmph, which is rather good for this segment. At the same time, this power plant allows it to cross the speed barrier of 100 Kmph in close to 16 seconds from a standstill. The braking mechanism of this vehicle is quite efficient and it is further enhanced by anti lock braking system. This compact sedan comes with inviting exteriors as well as a comfortable internal cabin, which is bestowed with a lot of features. The company has given it a number of safety features for the security of the vehicle and the occupants as well. Some of these features include a driver and front co-passenger airbag for enhancing the safety in case of any crash, keyless entry, rear parking sensors along with rear parking camera and ECM (electro chromic display) and many other such aspects.

Exteriors:

The car maker has given this compact sedan a number of striking features, which includes an aggressive front fascia, neatly carved rear and side profile that gives it an aerodynamic body structure. To begin with the side profile, this vehicle is equipped with body color external wing mirrors, which are electrically adjustable and integrated with a side blinker. It also has B-pillar blackout, waistline moldings and chrome plated door handles. The flared up wheel arches of this trim are equipped with a classy set of 15 inch diamond cut alloy wheels , which gives the side profile an elegant appearance. These rims are further fitted with 165/65 R14 sized tubeless radial tyres, which offer a superior grip on any road condition. On the other hand, the rear end is designed with a chrome finished boot lid and a body colored bumper with a couple of fog lamps. The large windshield is integrated with a defogger and a high mounted stop lamp, which adds to the safety of the vehicle. Then it also has a wraparound taillight cluster and a micro antenna mounted on the roof. Coming to the frontage, it comes fitted with a chrome plated radiator grille, which is flanked by sweptback headlamp. This grille is fitted with a prominent company emblem in the center. The body colored bumper is incorporated with a wide air dam for cooling the engine and a couple of fog lamps. The windscreen is fitted with a pair of intermittent wipers and the sleek bonnet of this vehicle comes with a few visible character lines as well.

Interiors:

The double tone internal cabin of this Hyundai Xcent 1.2 Kappa AT SX Option variant comes with blue illumination. It is incorporated with leather wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob, metal finish inside door handles and chrome finished parking lever tip. This variant is bestowed with a number of utility based features such as front and rear door pockets, cabin lamps, front seat back pockets, rear center arm rest with glove box and cup holders and so on. The dual tone dashboard is fitted with a glove box with cooling effect and AC vents . The illuminated instrument panel comes equipped with quite a few functions, which are door ajar warning notification, low fuel indicator, a digital clock, dual tripmeter, a tachometer, average vehicle speed indicator and driver seat belt warning notification. Apart from these, the company has given this compact sedan a tilt adjustable power steering system, luggage lamp, push button start/stop function, driver seat with height adjustment function, electrically foldable OVRMs and all four power windows with driver side auto down function.

Engine and Performance:

This variant is fitted with a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which can produce 81.8bhp at 6000rpm along with a maximum torque generation of 113.7Nm at 4000rpm. This DOHC based petrol motor has the ability to displace about 1197cc and it is coupled with a four speed automatic transmission gearbox. It incorporated with a multi point fuel injection supply system, which helps in generating a maximum mileage of 19.1 Kmpl.

Braking and Handling:

The braking mechanism of this Hyundai Xcent 1.2 Kappa AT SX Option trim is quite proficient and it is also equipped with anti locking braking system. The front and rear wheels are fitted with disc and drum brakes respectively. The motor driven power steering system is quite responsive and is tilt adjustable. On the other hand, the front axle of this vehicle is assembled with a McPherson strut , while the rear is fitted with a coupled torsion beam axle type of a suspension mechanism. It is further accompanied by gas filled shock absorbers as well.

Comfort Features:

This top end variant is fitted with a number of sophisticated features such as front and rear power outlets for charging electronic devices, sun visors with passenger side vanity mirror, a big glove box with cooling effect and an advanced air conditioner with fully automated temperature control. It also has a 2-DIN integrated music system with Radio, CD, MP3 player along with USB interface and Aux-in port . The multifunctional steering wheel is integrated with stereo and call control buttons.

Safety Features:

This Hyundai Xcent 1.2 Kappa AT SX Option trim is incorporated with some crucial safety features. The list includes an engine immobilizer, keyless entry with smart key, rear parking sensors along with rear view camera and display on ECM along with a central locking system . The rear windscreen is fitted with a defogger and a high mounted brake light that adds to the safety quotient. Apart from these, this variant is also blessed with dual airbag and seat belts for all occupants that further enhances the safety of the occupants.

Pros:

1. Reasonable price tag.

2. Engine performance is quite good.

Cons:

1. Cabin space can be made better.

2. Fuel efficiency should be improved.