So Hyundai just dropped a curveball – they’ve quietly launched a new SX Plus variant of the Verna at Rs 13.79 lakh (ex-showroom). And honestly? It’s about time.
You know how sometimes you’re shopping for a car and there’s always that annoying gap between variants? Like, the base one feels too basic but the top-spec burns a hole in your wallet? Well, Hyundai seems to have finally listened. This SX Plus slots right between the regular SX (Rs 13.15 lakh) and the loaded SX Opt (Rs 14.83 lakh), giving us that Goldilocks option we’ve been waiting for.
What Makes the SX Plus Special
Look, the SX Plus isn’t reinventing the wheel here, but it’s doing something smart – building on what already works. The regular SX was already pretty decent with its sunroof, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, auto AC, and wireless charging pad. But there was clearly room for more without going full premium.
While Hyundai hasn’t spilled all the beans on what extras you get, it’s safe to assume they’ve cherry-picked features that actually matter in real-world driving. No point adding fancy stuff that’ll just gather dust, right?
Engine and Performance
Under the bonnet, you’re getting the same reliable 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol that’s been doing duty across the range. It churns out 113.18 bhp and 143.8 Nm – not earth-shattering numbers, but perfectly adequate for our roads. Paired with a 6-speed manual, it’ll return around 18.6 kmpl, which isn’t bad at all for city crawls and weekend highway runs.
Sure, there’s that peppy 1.5-liter turbo (157.57 bhp, 253 Nm) available in higher variants, but keeping the NA engine helps the SX Plus stay wallet-friendly. Sometimes simple is better.
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Pricing Strategy
Here’s where things get interesting. At Rs 13.79 lakh, the SX Plus asks for just Rs 64,000 more than the base SX. That’s not pocket change, but if the feature additions justify it, it could be money well spent. More importantly, it’s over a lakh cheaper than the SX Opt – now that’s a proper saving.
This puts it right in the firing line of the Honda City V and Volkswagen Virtus Highline. Competition’s heating up, and that’s always good news for us buyers.
Market Context
Let’s be real – the Verna’s been having a tough time lately. April numbers were pretty sobering: just 1,005 units sold, down 26% from March and 36% from last April. Ouch. But here’s the thing – sometimes all it takes is the right variant at the right price to turn things around.
The C-segment sedan market’s showing signs of life again, and this SX Plus could be exactly what fence-sitters needed. You know, those folks who want something nicer than basic but aren’t ready to go all-out on features they might never use.
Safety and Build Quality
One thing that hasn’t changed? The Verna’s solid 5-star Global NCAP rating. That’s proper peace of mind right there, especially for families. You’re still getting all the essential safety kit – ABS, multiple airbags, ESC – the works.
And let’s not forget that massive 528-liter boot. Try fitting a month’s worth of groceries plus your cricket kit in a City’s boot – the Verna just laughs and asks for more.