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Hyundai Verna IV (facelift 2015) 1.6 16V (123 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hyundai Verna:
The Hyundai Accent , or Hyundai Verna is a subcompact car produced by Hyundai. In Australia, the first generation models carried over the Hyundai Excel name used by the Accent's predecessor. The Accent was replaced in 2000 by the Hyundai Verna in South Korea, although most international markets, including the US, retained the "Accent" name. The "Accent" name is an acronym of Advanced Compact Car of Epoch-making New Technology.
The Accent is produced for the Chinese market by Beijing Hyundai Co. , a joint venture with Beijing Automotive Industry Corp. For the Russian market it was assembled by the TagAZ plant in Taganrog until 2011, and since 2011 it was assembled by the HMMR plant in Saint Petersburg and sold under the new name Hyundai Solaris. In Mexico, the Accent was marketed until 2014 by Chrysler as the Dodge Attitude, previously known as the Verna by Dodge. In Venezuela, Chrysler marketed these models as the Dodge Brisa until 2006. The Brisa was assembled by Mitsubishi Motors at its plant in Barcelona, Venezuela. Since 2002, the Accent had been the longest-running small family car sold in North America. In Puerto Rico, the second and third generations were sold as the Hyundai Brio....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (facelift 2015) Overview:
Hyundai Verna (IV (facelift 2015)). With 151 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 16V (123 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This naturally aspirated petrol engine offers decent power for its class, providing brisk acceleration suitable for both city driving and highway cruising, though it requires revving to extract full power.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for a 1.6L petrol engine of its era, offering reasonable efficiency for daily commutes but not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and spacious interior with good features.
- • Refined ride quality suitable for varied road conditions.
- • Powerful and fuel-efficient 1.6 CRDi diesel engine option.
- • Attractive styling after the facelift.
- • Good value for money in its segment.
Cons:
- • Petrol engines can feel less exciting at higher RPMs.
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims are a drawback.
- • Steering feedback could be improved for enthusiast drivers.
- • Safety ratings (from non-Euro NCAP tests) were a concern.
- • Automatic transmissions can impact fuel efficiency slightly.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback: 2006 - 2009).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Verna |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (123 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 123 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77.3 Hp/l [395mm more] |
| Torque: | 151 Nm @ 4850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Gamma II / G4FG More details about the engine Gamma II / G4FG |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, Dual VTVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4440 mm mm [395mm more] |
| Width: | 1729 mm mm [34mm more] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15; 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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