Tips to Choose the Right Hyundai Car

So you have decided to buy a Hyundai car but you aren’t sure which one to get? No worries. For most customers, a vehicle is a huge one-time investment and it requires a lot of research to lock on the model that works best for you. Hyundai cars in particular are so famous in India due to their reliability, features, design and great resale value.

But you might already know that because you are here for the tips. Before going through the list, just remember that these are just tips, so buy the Hyundai model that suits your preferences. At the end, there’s a brief buyer’s guide explaining each car in each segment.

Research, Research and Research!

The crucial part of choosing your first Hyundai car is to research what exactly you want to buy. Which type of car do you want to buy SUV/Sedan/Hatchback? Do you want a petrol/Diesel/CNG car or perhaps you want to go on the full-electric route? Also, choose which gearbox suits your driving style. What and how many features do you want, do your selected car models have those and how safe the car is, these should be some of the questions you should be asking.

Decide your priority

Prioritize, what you want the most from your car. Is it Safety, mileage, features, power, comfort or style? Prioritizing your needs will guide you to your dream car model. All of the Hyundai cars are equipped with 6 airbags as standard and their high-end models like the Tucson tick all the boxes from Safety to style. Even the Creta or Verna are not only comfortable or stylish they are also packed with technology, so that brings us down to our next point.

Budget

Make a budget. Just because Tucson ticks your boxes, does not mean you have to buy it unless you are super rich, a budget can help you avoid potential financial problems. If you are a bit tight on a budget Hyundai i20 or the Aura might suit. If your budget is a bit higher you can go for the Creta or Venue or i20 N Line. If you want to go to the EV route, the Ioniq 5 will be your choice but that car costs above Rs 45 Lakhs. Just make sure to stick to your budget when you’re out to buy a car and don’t let the salesperson stretch your budget.

Brief Buyer’s Guide

Here I will go into each category and explain your Hyundai options. After that follow the given tips and visit a dealership to pick the car you want.

Entry-Level Hatchback

For entry-level Hatchback, we have the Hyundai Santro (Rs 4.9-6.4 Lakh) and Grand i10 Nios (Rs 5.39 Lakh). Both these compact hatches are good enough for daily urban commutes and provide almost every feature you can ask for in this budget.

Entry-Level Sedan

The Hyundai Aura (Rs 6.09 Lakh) is the only model here, but despite its price, this car boasts a lot of features and a massive 402-litre boot space.

Entry-Level SUV

Despite being entry-level, the Venue (Rs 7.53 Lakh) rather feels premium with a great design and a long list of features. It is one of the best and most popular among its segment rivals. The Exter (Rs 6.13 Lakh) is another new SUV from Hyundai which is more affordable than the Venue but lacks some features and the design might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

Premium Hatchback

The Hyundai i20 (Rs 7.04 Lakh) is the perfect all-rounder solution for both urban commuting and highway rides. It boasts lots of features and is perfect for those who want a premium product at an affordable price. In case you want more power and sportiness, you can spend a bit more and opt for the i20 N Line (Rs 9.99-Rs 12.52 Lakh).

Premium SUV

The Creta (Rs 11-20.15 Lakh) is Hyundai’s Golden Boy in India because this is one of the best-selling SUVs in our market. Famous for its design, features and build quality, the Creta is considered to be quite a balanced and value-for-money car. In case you need more seats, you can for its 7-seater version, the Alcazar (Rs 16.77-21.28 Lakh) which is the only 7-seater Hyundai car in the country.

Premium Sedan

The Verna (Rs 11-17.52 Lakh) is another feature-packed car although it received some criticisms for its new design. The sedan is also enough powerful to ensure smooth city and highway rides.

Premium EV

After discontinuing the Kona Electric, the Ioniq 5 (Rs 46.05 Lakh) remains the only electric option from the Korean carmaker in India. This award-winning hatchback rather feels bigger in real life and has some pretty serious tech.

Flagship

The Tucson Rs 29.01-Rs 35.94 Lakh) is the big bad boy of Hyundai and packs luxurious interiors and best-in-class features alongside comfort and power. That and the design are just cherry on the top. If budget is not an issue, the Tucson is easily the most recommended.

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