The new Hyundai Fluidic Verna comes in both petrol and diesel version with transmission 4-speed, 5-speed or 6-speed manual or automatic with 1.4or 1.6l engine. The dimensions of the car are 4370mm x1700mm x1475mm with a wheelbase of 2570mm and the car is available in 6 beautiful colours. For petrol variant the displacement of the engine is 1396 cc and 1591cc for 1.4l and 1.6l engines respectively whereas for the diesel version the displacement figures are 1396 cc and 1582 cc 1.4l and 1.6l engines respectively. The max power provided 107ps @6300 rpm and 123.05ps @6300 rpm for 1.4 and 1.6 l manual transmission petrol engine. For automatic transmission petrol version 1.6l engine the power figure is 123.05ps @6300. The torque provided by the 1.6l automatic petrol version is 15.8 kgm/4200rpm and 26.50kgm/1900-2750 for diesel version. The fuel tank capacity of this sedan class car is 43m and has min turning radius of 5.3m. Special attractions– the R 16 Alloy wheels used in SX, SX(0) and automatic variants are stunningly eye catching.
Why the name Fluidic?? It’s because here the cutting edge technology meets fluidic philosophy! With the flawless exteriors each edge blends with the other perfectly, with proper curves at proper places, the car definitely looks seductive. The hexagonal chrome grill holding the brand logo adds to the grandeur of the car. With the eagle eye headlamps having the 2 piece black bezel design provides optimum light at night and during day. The ORVM’s are electrically foldable and have turn indicators on them. Keeping in mind the foggy conditions the new fog lamps have been incorporated providing illumination at the time of requirement and it also adds to the beauty. The first in segment dual chrome exhaust pipe gives a sporty look. Jumping to the interiors there is lot to discover; the plush beige colour leather upholstery on seats and on door pads, fully automatic air conditioner with temperature control levels adjustable by the traveller, height adjustable seatbelts, rear seat armrest with pocket to hold different articles, large boot space, Sunvisor with vanity mirror that also has pockets to hold tickets or like, special box for keeping sunglasses attached just at the right place, cooled glove box to keep water, chocolates, etc. chilled, first in segment sliding armrest at the front with pocket.
There’s a ‘clean air-cluster ionizer’ that purifies the air in the cabin Coming to the entertainment section the car is equipped with 2 Din audio system playing everything from mp3 to CDs and ports for USB, AUX and iPOD connectivity. With the 1st in segment Supervision cluster with blue and white illumination of the speedometer and circular rev counter, never allowing a dull moment during driving. There are keyless ignition options and remote opening of doors and boot with the use of Smart key and the manual shift indicator helps in achieving optimum gear usage and accommodating fuel economy drive. It is hassle free to attend calls because of thee Bluetooth controls on the steering itself. There is computerized information system showing instantaneous fuel mileage, average fuel mileage, trip meter, distance-to-empty, engine running time and average speed.
Coming to the safety section, there are 6 safety bags covering the car from all position areas, rear parking assist system which displays the behind scene on a rear view mirror with a camera helping align the car relative to other cars and kerb, electro-chromic mirror that senses and reduces the intrusion caused by the light by the vehicle behind, ABS with EBD and rear proximity warning system senses the objects behind which you can’t see while reversing and sounds a warning if getting too close. With these innovative safety features, the new fluidic Verna definitely stands out of the crowd. The car is all set to bring revolution in the automobile industry, be a part of it!