Hyundai's Big plans, Lpg Santro, i30

After the launch of Hyundai i10, Hyundai is in the process of developing a 'public car' which will be reasonably priced. The car could be expected to be priced below Rs three lakh, Mr. Lheem told reporters here last night after the launch of the i10 car. "But, it is still in the concept stage. From concept stage to translating into a real car, it will take four years. The car will be for both the Indian and export markets," he said, adding that it would meet all international safety and emission norms.
The company had no plans to phase out the Santro. Hyundai will be launching LPG version of its Santro car and they expect to sell 3.20 lakh cars by the end of calendar year 2007. The company had already launched CNG (compressed natural gas) version of Santro this year in the country. The company would increase its dealership network to 250 from 196 at present this year.

Hyundai and its vendors are investing Rs 11,000 crore to push Hyundai's models. Most of this will go to boost i10 sales. It hopes to corner a 20% market share in the first year. The i10 follows Hyundai's i30, a hatchback model for Europe. It is also developing the i20, under the project name, PB, for Europe. Hyundai used the 2007 Geneva Motor Show to reveal the new hatchback called the i30 and a new naming scheme with model lines bearing the "i" prefix. Hyundai says "i" stands for inspiration, intelligence and integrity. Eventually, Hyundai's entire lineup will include: i10, i20, i30, i40, and i50.

After phasing out its mid-premium Sedan Elantra in India, Hyundai wants to replace it with either the i30 or a new Elantra by 2009. Meanwhile, Hyundai is set to launch its SUV Santa Fe early next year. That means even more models on the road.
Pictures of Hyundai i30

Hyundai will offer a variety of diesel and gasoline engines with the i30, ranging from 90 to 140 horsepower. A choice of either an automatic transmission to a five-speed all-synchro gearbox will be offered.

The i30 features dual front, side, and curtain airbags, active headrests, seatbelt pretensioning and seatbelt reminders. The hatchback measures 4,245 mm long, 1,765 mm wide and 1,480 mm high. A wheelbase of 2,650 mm offers significant interior space for a vehicle of this size. Total luggage space is 340 liters with the rear seats upright.

Features:-
* 15” alloy wheels
* Air conditioning
* Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
* Front active headrests
* Front and rear electric windows
* Front fog lights
* Glove compartment with cooling function
* Heated electric door mirrors
* iPod/USB and Aux input connections
* Remote central locking with deadlocks and alarm
* Six airbags
* Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Sources:- The ET, moneycontrol.com, www.leftlanenews.com

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