Explore the Hyundai Santro: Features, Engine & More
The Hyundai Santro is a well-known hatchback. We will explore its second-top model in detail. This article will cover its exterior, interior, features, and engine options.
Exterior Design and Features
The Santro has an impressive front look. It features a black grille with a silver surround. Normal halogen headlamps and indicators are present. Fog lamps are located at the bottom of the bumper. The front bumper looks good.
On the sides, the mirrors are body-colored and can be adjusted electrically from inside the car. The door handles are also body-colored. The car comes with 14-inch steel wheels and wheel covers. The tires are 165/70 R14. It has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The rear design also looks good. It features the Hyundai logo in the center and the Santro badge. It has normal halogen taillights and a high mount stop lamp. You will find two parking sensors and a reflector on the rear bumper. The rear bumper has a black and white design.
Dimensions and Colors
The Santro measures 3610 mm in length, 1645 mm in width, and 1560 mm in height. It has a ground clearance of 165 mm. The wheelbase is 2400 mm, and the turning radius is 4.4 meters. The boot space is between 225 to 235 liters, offering good storage.
You can choose from six color options. The car shown is white. Other available colors are Red, Silver, Grey, and Blue.
Interior Comfort and Technology
The interior of the Santro has a black and beige theme. The front dashboard is quite large. Doors have door pockets and speaker spots. Power window controls for the front are located on the center console, and for the rear, they are on the doors.
The AC vents have a unique design. It features a manual AC system. There is a charging socket and a USB point, with storage space below for small items. The car comes with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The steering wheel has the Hyundai logo and controls for volume, calls, and Bluetooth. The instrument cluster has analog displays for the tachometer and speedometer, along with a small digital screen for information. A touchscreen infotainment system is present, which supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth. There are cup holders and a glovebox with good storage space. The rear seats offer good legroom and support. A parcel tray is available in the back.
Performance and Engine Options
The Santro is powered by a 1.1-liter, 4-cylinder petrol engine. This engine produces 68 PS of power and 100 Nm of torque. A CNG option is also available. The CNG engine delivers 59 PS of power and 85 Nm of torque. You can choose between manual and automatic transmission options for the petrol variant. The car comes with a 3-year or 1 lakh kilometer warranty.
Safety Features
For safety, the Santro offers important features. These include ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) for better braking control. It has dual airbags for front passenger safety. Other safety features include central locking, power door lock, and child safety lock. It also comes with a seat belt warning, a speed alert system, and parking sensors for easy parking.
The Hyundai Santro is a reliable and feature-rich compact car, offering a good balance of looks, features, and engine options for its segment.
