Hyundai Aura S CNG Review: A Top-Selling Compact Sedan
The Hyundai Aura is a top-selling compact sedan. Here we look at the S CNG variant, which is the most popular choice. This review covers all its features, specifications, and performance details.
Hyundai Aura S CNG: Overview and Price
If you are looking for a good sedan car in the price range of ₹6,54,000 to ₹10,00,000, this car is a great option. The S CNG variant sells the most. You will see many deliveries of this car at showrooms and on the road.
Exterior Design and Features
Front Profile The front of the Hyundai Aura S CNG features DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) and halogen-based headlamps. It has all the necessary features. You will find the Hyundai logo, normal halogen-based headlamps with indicator placement, and ‘U’ shaped DRLs. The lower grill is black. The front engine and suspension setup are visible below. Ground clearance is around 165 mm. It has dual wipers and washers.
Side View From the side, the car has a stylish look. This is the second-base model, so indicators are on the fender. It comes with stylish steel wheels in dual-tone. The front has disc brakes, and the rear has drum brakes. The tires are radial, 175/60R 15 inches. ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are body-colored and electrically adjustable. A-pillars and door handles are also body-colored. B-pillars are in a matte black finish.
Rear Design The rear lights look great when on. This car has a large spoiler, which gives it a sporty feel. Other cars in this segment, like Tigor or Dzire, do not have such a big spoiler. The rear features the Hyundai logo, Aura badging, and a chrome strip. It has LED backlights with indicator and reverse light placement. There are two ultrasonic parking sensors and reflectors below. The car also has a defogger, a stop lamp, and a power antenna.
Dimensions and Warranty The Hyundai Aura has a length of 3995 mm, a width of 1680 mm, and a height of 1520 mm. The wheelbase is 2450 mm. It comes with a warranty of 3 years or 1,00,000 km, which can be extended.
Interior Comfort and Features
Dashboard and Infotainment The dashboard has a large, dual-tone view. The car offers a 12-volt charging outlet and AC vents. The dashboard layout is similar to other Hyundai cars like the Xcent and i10 Nios. It features an audio system with Bluetooth, USB, and Aux connectivity. You can control track changes and volume from here. The dashboard has brown and black accents. This variant comes with manual AC. You can adjust fan speed, airflow, and temperature. There is a 12-volt charging outlet and Type-A and Type-C USB ports. Space is provided for keeping a phone. It has a five-speed manual transmission. Two glass holders are provided. The glove box is normal; it is not cooled. The IRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror) is manually adjustable.
Seating and Space The seats are made of fabric. The car offers six airbags, with branding on the pillars. Legroom and thigh support are good for a compact sedan. Rear passengers get adjustable headrests and an armrest with glass holders. Three-point seatbelts and grab handles are also present. The car does not offer a sunroof. The headroom is excellent, making it a comfortable sedan. It is a top-selling car in its segment, competing with cars like the Dzire.
Driver Side Features The driver’s door trim is dual-tone and includes power window controls, door opener, speaker, and bottle holder. The driver’s seat is fabric with height adjustment. Levers for fuel lid and boot opener are available. There is a CNG to Petrol converter switch and headlamp adjustment. The steering wheel has the Hyundai logo, MID controls, and controls for the audio system. The steering is tilt-adjustable. Manual headlamp and wiper controls are on the stalks. The instrument cluster is analog, showing RPM, speed up to 220 kmph, and fuel bars for petrol and CNG. The MID screen shows trip average, mileage, and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) information.
Boot Space and Fueling The car offers a ‘Khul Ja Sim Sim’ (open sesame) feature for the boot. You can unlock the boot by long-pressing a button on the remote central locking key. Without the CNG tank, the boot space is 402 liters. With the CNG tank installed, the usable boot space is about 200 liters. The spare tire, jack, and tools are placed under the boot floor. You can fit small bags or medium-sized trolley bags. The fuel filler cap is on the side. The fuel tank capacity is 37 liters for petrol. The CNG tank can hold about 8 kg when empty, depending on the pump pressure.
Engine Performance and Mileage
The Hyundai Aura S CNG uses a 1.2-liter, 4-cylinder petrol engine. This is a key advantage over competitors like Dzire and Tigor, which use 3-cylinder engines. The petrol engine produces 82 bhp power and 113-114 Nm torque. In petrol mode, it delivers around 18-19 kmpl mileage. When running on CNG, the power output is 68 bhp, and torque is 95 Nm. The CNG mileage is impressive at up to 28 kmpl. It comes with a 5-speed manual transmission. An automatic option is available only for the petrol variant.
Safety Features and Final Price
The Hyundai Aura S CNG includes many safety features like ABS with EBD, six airbags, reverse parking sensors, a speed alert system, seat belt warnings, and an engine immobilizer. It also has crash sensors, traction control, ESP, and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System).
The ex-showroom price for the S CNG variant is ₹8,37,000, and the on-road price is approximately ₹9,95,000. For the S petrol variant, the ex-showroom price is around ₹7,38,000, and the on-road price is about ₹8,39,000. There is roughly a ₹1,00,000 difference. If you need more features like a touchscreen or keyless entry, you can consider the SX variant.
Available Color Options
The Hyundai Aura S CNG is available in several color options, including White, Green, Silver, Grey, and Red.
