Hyundai Grand i10 Nios: Affordable Hatchback with Premium Features
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is a top choice in its segment. This article focuses on its base model, which offers many great features at an attractive price.
New Pricing for the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Base Model
This base model was previously priced at ₹5,98,000 (ex-showroom). After new changes, the starting price is now ₹5,47,000 (ex-showroom). This means a saving of about ₹51,000 on the ex-showroom price. The on-road price difference can be around ₹60,000 to ₹65,000.
Exterior Design and Features
The front of the base model features a matt black grille with the Hyundai logo in the center. It has halogen headlamps with built-in turn indicators. This variant does not come with daytime running lights. The car offers a ground clearance of 165 mm and has dual wipers and washers. The roof is plain.
From the side, the car has normal steel rims without wheel covers. It comes with 14-inch radial tires (165/70 R14). Higher variants offer 15-inch wheels, and top models have alloy wheels. The turn indicators are placed on the fenders. The side mirrors are manually adjustable and foldable, with a matt black finish. Door handles are also black. The fuel tank capacity for the petrol variant is 37 liters. CNG variants also have their fuel nozzle at the same spot. The front wheels have disc brakes, while the rear wheels have drum brakes.
At the rear, the Grand i10 Nios base model comes with LED backlights as a standard feature. The Hyundai logo is in the center, with “Neos” badging below it and “Grand i10” badging above. There is no rear wiper or defogger in this base model. It includes a high-mounted stop lamp and a power antenna. The rear bumper is body-colored and has two reverse parking sensors and reflectors. Black cladding is also present.
Spacious Boot and Engine Specifications
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios offers a boot space of 260 liters. The base variant does not include a parcel tray. The rear seats fold down completely, and the headrests are adjustable. A 13-inch steel spare wheel is provided, along with a jack and tool kit. For CNG variants, twin cylinders can be fitted, leaving some space on top. CNG variants are generally about ₹1,00,000 more expensive than petrol variants.
Under the hood, the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios comes with a 1.2-liter, four-cylinder Kappa petrol engine. This is a key advantage over some competitors that offer three-cylinder engines. The engine produces 82 BHP of power and 113 Nm of torque. It can deliver a petrol mileage of up to 19 kmpl, depending on driving style. CNG variants offer an impressive mileage of 28 kmpl. The engine is known for its refinement.
Interior Comfort and Technology
The interior of the Grand i10 Nios features a dual-tone dashboard. In the base model, there is no touchscreen, which can make it feel basic. It does not have rear AC vents. However, it offers good legroom and headroom for a hatchback. The roof lights are yellow halogen bulbs. Rear windows are manual (crank-type), while the front windows have power controls. Door handles are black, and bottle holders are present in the doors. Speakers would need to be installed separately.
The driver’s seat is height-adjustable, and both front and rear seats are made of fabric with a slight leather texture on the sides. The car comes with a remote central locking key and a separate manual key. The steering wheel is fixed (not adjustable) and features controls for the instrument cluster. The analog instrument cluster shows speedometer, tachometer, temperature bars, and a small multi-information display (MID) for range, mileage, and seatbelt reminders. There is no traction control or TPMS in this base model. The center console includes manual AC controls, a 12V charging outlet, and storage space. It has a 5-speed manual transmission, two cup holders, and a manual handbrake.
Dimensions and Colors
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios has a length of 3815 mm, a width of 1680 mm, and a height of 1520 mm. The wheelbase measures 2450 mm. It is available in a variety of colors, including Grey, White, Silver, Red, Spark Green, and Aqua Teal.
Safety Features and Value
Despite being a base model, the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is equipped with important safety features. It comes standard with six airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, a speed alert system, seatbelt warning, engine immobilizer, crash sensor, and ESP. These features make it a strong contender against competitors like the Maruti Wagon R and Tata Tiago. The four-cylinder engine and comprehensive standard features are significant advantages.
Pricing and Finance Options
The base ‘Era’ model of the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, with an ex-showroom price of ₹5,47,000, can have an on-road price of approximately ₹6,41,500 (this includes reducing ₹15,500 for accessories from an estimated ₹6,57,000 on-road price).
For financing, if you make a down payment of ₹1,41,000 on an on-road price of ₹6,41,000, you would finance ₹5,00,000.
- For 3 years, the EMI would be around ₹15,000.
- For 5 years, the EMI would be around ₹10,000.
- For 7 years, the EMI would be around ₹8,070.
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios base model offers great value with its combination of features, safety, and a refined four-cylinder engine, making it a compelling choice in the affordable hatchback segment.
