Hyderabad|India|February'2009: Hyundai Motor India, the country's largest exporter and the second largest car manufacturer has inaugurated its regional office in Hyderabad to cater to the requirements of the growing market in Andhra Pradesh and North Karnataka. Currently Hyundai Motor India Ltd has 13 dealers in the state and enjoys a market share of 24%. With the opening of this office HMIL is sure to increase its market share and cater to its customers better.

Earlier this week HMIL also launched the refurbished model of the existing Verna with luxurious interiors and improved exterior features to further enhance its appeal to customers. For the first time in this segment a diesel car will offer the convenience of an automatic transmission for its customers.

Commenting on the launch of the new Verna, HMIL MD, H.S Lheem said, "Hyundai Verna is a proven success in India and the new variant which also comes with an automatic transmission – a first for this segment will further enhance customer delight and satisfaction. With the launch of the new Verna, we have once again raised the competitive bar for style, performance, safety and driving dynamics in India's mid-size car segment."

The new Verna range includes two petrol variants – 1.6 VTVT & 1.6 SX VTVT – and two diesel variants - 1.5 CRDi VGT & 1.5 SX CRDi VGT. In addition, Hyundai has also introduced Automatic transmission in VGT SX variant making it the 1st diesel A/T in its segment. Uniquely developed for a demanding segment of Indian consumers, the automatic version provides economy of diesel and the convenience of an automatic transmission in the same package.

The 1.6 litre petrol variant develops an impressive 103.2PS@5500 rpm as maximum power and 14.9 kgm@3000 rpm of maximum torque. The 1.5 litre diesel variant develops a whopping power output of 110 ps@4000 rpm and an impressive torque of 24 kgm@1900 - 2750 rpm. The top end diesel variant will be available with both - a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic transmission.

While the engine and the mechanicals remain the same the new Verna brings in a host of new features. The new Verna offers aerodynamic styling on the exteriors with a stylish new radiator grille, electrically adjustable ORVM, new chrome insert in waistline moulding, rear chrome garnish and a new full wheel cover for enhanced visual appeal.

The interiors of the new Verna boast several significant design revisions with premium, sophisticated new fabrics and detailed improvements in quality and finish. The audio console has been upgraded too and boasts of a high fidelity 2 DIN Music System with 4 speakers and 2 tweeters. The new Verna also incorporates safety features like ABS, reflecting Hyundai's emphasis on safety and security.

To add to these features, the new Verna comes in 6 new exciting colours to choose from: Blushing Red, Stone Black, Crystal White, Champagne Gold, Sleek Silver & Deep Ocean Blue.

Hyundai Verna launched in India in September 2006 with both petrol and diesel engine, created a different experience for customers with its exterior and interior features that redefined the automobile segment in the country. Since then, the Hyundai Verna has cut a niche for itself with its elegant styling and comfort, in addition to its time-tested quality and reliability.

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Reachout's News Bureau
 February' 2009