Hyundai plans to launch its new models namely Grand i10 and new Eon to take on Maruti.
The second generation Grand i10 which is codenamed as BA will get both 1.1 litre U2 diesel engine and 1.2 litre Kappa petrol engine. It comes with features like a cooled glove box, auto folding mirrors, rear parking sensors, a 2 DIN audio system with 1GB of memory and a rear air-con vent. The Grand i10 will be unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show.
The company official said, “Eon competes with the entry-level Alto (now Alto 800), but does not have a product that competes directly with Alto K10. The company may introduce the new Eon with 1.1L engine, which is currently being used in Santro Xing”
Puneet Gupta, associate director, IHS Automotive said, “Bringing a new product in the segment definitely creates a pull. In terms of product strategy, Hyundai is good at hitting the right area. They offer what Indians want. They were a bit weak on the diesel engine front, but the company will surely benefit with the new diesel engine offering”