Hyundai Verna: At a time when the market is leaning more and more toward SUVs, Hyundai Verna has held its ground like a soldier.
And with the new iteration, Hyundai has not simply modernised the Verna; it has reinvented it.
What was once a quiet, low-key sedan now makes its presence felt with a body that is festooned with sharp lines, an over-the-top appearance and an impressive performance punch.
It’s as if your nerdy classmate suddenly started lifting weights and came back with an entirely new vibe.
Whether you plan to buy a family car or one that makes every drive enjoyable, the new Verna is simply here to change the game.
Design: Sharp and unmissable Sporty
What’s the first thing that jumps out at you? That striking Parametric design language. From any angle at which you look at the new Verna, it exudes a futuristic appeal.
The full-width LED strip across the front end adds a techy air to it, with the bold grille and sculpted lines preventing anyone from mistaking this sedan from anything else on the road.
Step to the back, and that coupe-influenced shape, linked taillights and sharp creases lend it a high-class, almost sporty character. In sheer style terms, Verna would have walked away with the crown.
Roomy in the Cabin, With a High-Tech Decor
Climb inside, and the cabin feels a class up. Hyundai has done a great job of mixing comfort with modern gadgetry.
The dual-screen theme (infotainment and instrumentation) continues, same with the soft-touch materials, ambient lighting, and ventilated front thrones – class, meet convenience.
Rear seats are roomy and there’s generous leg room along with a comfortably padded bench.
The boot offers 528 litres of capacity that is plenty for a weekend trip or airport ride.
As a driver or a passenger, the Verna is a place we’d be happy to spend time in.
Engine, Power and Performance: Jekyll and Hyde Character
And now, let’s get down to brass tacks, heart and soul. The Verna is avaialble with two petrol engines- 1.5L naturally aspirated and 1.5L turbocharged petrol.
It’s a beautifully smooth motor and great for every day use. But the real novelty is in the turbo.
Stamp on the turbo model, and it responds immediately. 160 PS of poke, a smooth 7-speed DCT, and drive modes that genuinely transform the character of the car—it’s fun, it’s fast, and it’s actually involving.
On the road it is a hoot to drive too, as be it in city traffic or rolling on the highway, the turbo Verna feels pretty exciting and alive.
Ride and Handling: Composed and Predictable
Though the Verna is designed low and ripe, it hasn’t come at the cost of ride quality. It’s tuned more for comfort than cutting corners, though the suspension does a good job absorbing bumps without being floaty.
Steering is a bit light at low speeds but feels good at higher ones.
It’s not attempting to be a track weapon—it’s more of a polished cruiser. And for the type of buyers it is aimed at, that’s precisely what the sweet spot is.
Safety and Features
Hyundai didn’t skimp in this respect either. The new Verna comes with 6 airbags as standard, as well as ADAS (Level 2) optional on top-spec trims, TPMS, hill-start assist, rear disc brakes, and ESC.
Throw in a top shelf Bose sound system, wireless charging and car-Net style connected car tech that keeps interval data for up to 90 days and it’s apparent Hyundai was not holding back.
Pros
Onyx Matte Black, futuristic but not too futuristic.
High-end cabin with segment-first tech
Lots of room inside and in the boot
Exhilarating performance from turbocharged engine
High emphasis on safety with ADAS and 6-airbag configurations
Cons
No diesel engine option
Turbo models are expensive
Rear headroom ever so slightly impeded by the sloping roofline.
Driving purists might not love light steering
The Ground clearance can be drag on tall speed breakers
Hyundai Verna: Final Verdict
85 images Source: paultan.org Hyundai Verna started off life as some very sensible family transport, and has evolved into a sexier, tech-savvy performer that isn’t demo hors d’oeuvre to other people’s SUV mains.
It’s a potent cocktail of style, comfort, features, and performance—all within an angular, sedan silhouette that certainly isn’t going to be going out of style.
If you are someone who appreciates a bit of flair with function, the Verna may well be the breath of fresh air you didn’t realize you needed.
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