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Hyundai Santro II 1.1i (69 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hyundai Santro:
The Hyundai Santro is a city car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai between 1998 and 2014. The nameplate was revived in 2018 to replace the Eon, and was produced until 2022. The "Santro" nameplate was applied during its first generation to the Atos Prime model, while the second generation is a standalone model.
Hyundai derived the name Santro for the Indian market from Saint-Tropez, a French city famous for fashion, because the company wanted to project it as a ‘fashionable’ car....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Hyundai Santro (II). With 99 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hyundai Santro II was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, the model received a 2-star rating for adult occupant protection in Global NCAP tests, indicating basic safety features for its market.
1.1i (69 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest power increase over the bi-fuel variant, providing slightly more responsive acceleration for urban environments and light highway use.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency for a petrol-only small hatchback, suitable for budget-conscious drivers looking for low running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel efficiency, especially the Bi-Fuel variant, leading to low running costs.
- • Compact size and light steering make it ideal for city driving and easy parking.
- • Affordable purchase price and strong value proposition in its segment.
- • Practical interior with decent space and features for its class.
- • Reliable and low-maintenance Epsilon / G4HG engine.
Cons:
- • Underpowered engines, struggling on highways or with a full load of passengers.
- • Basic safety features and a modest Global NCAP rating (not Euro NCAP tested).
- • Limited features and refinement compared to more premium or larger hatchbacks.
- • Ride quality can be firm on rough roads, impacting passenger comfort on longer journeys.
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Santro |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.1i (69 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 69 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 63.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 99 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Epsilon / G4HG |
| Engine displacement: | 1086 |
| 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: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 3610 mm mm |
| Width: | 1645 mm mm |
| Height: | 1560 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13; 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 13; 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | independent torsion suspension |
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