HYUNDAI UNLEASHES THE i10

AVCO International (Pvt.) Ltd., sole authorized distributor of Hyundai Vehicles in Nepal has launched the much-awaited award winning i10. The i10 marks the entry of stylish, performance driven compact cars from Hyundai which offer the latest to its customers. Great design, latest technology and performance with a price tag which is affordable.

The new i10 Era is powered by a 1.1 liter, iRDE petrol engine offering great performance and unmatched fuel economy. The unit develops 66.7PS@5500 rpm of maximum power and a peak torque of 10.1Kgm@2800 rpm. The new i10 Magna is powered by a 1.2 liter, Kappa petrol engine offering great performance and unmatched fuel economy. The unit develops 80 PS@5200 rpm of maximum power and a peak torque of 11.8Kgm@4000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission with a console mounted ergonomic, short throw, cable system i-shift gear box which frees up the space between the driver and the passenger seat and also gives an unique look - a first for this segment. To make in-city driving effortless it comes with an electric power steering. The i10 has attractive exteriors and plenty of cabin space. Most of i10 models have Motor Driven Power Steering System (MDPS),AC/heating, folding rear seats, dual tone beige interiors, rear seat belts and an electronic trip and odometer as standard equipment.

The top-end model of the i10 comes with features like a panoramic sun-roof (a first for this class of cars), rear spoiler , leather wrapped steering wheel and gear knob, keyless entry and 2-DIN audio system. The sleek, flowing contours and large clear-eyed headlamps with an attractive front grille give the i10 a distinctive look. The light-weight steel body is reinforced by body colored bumpers with detachable inserts and an integrated air dam for the front bumpers.

The suspension set-up with Macpherson struts in the front and coil springs coupled with torsion bar in the rear ensures that the ride is supple and the passengers travel in comfort. Features like full front and rear arm rest, plenty of leg and shoulder room for the rear seat increases the comfort factor making it easy for 5 adults to sit comfortably. A tilt steering wheel makes it easy for the driver to find the spot-on driving position. A wheelbase of 2380 mm which is the longest in this segment gives it the additional stability and added cabin space.

The i10 also offers top end safety features like Anti-lock Braking system (ABS), seat belts with pretensioner, dual airbags for the driver and the front passenger with impact sensing auto door unlock which automatically unlocks the door on impact and a high mounted stop lamp in the rear.

A range of 10 exciting exterior colours and well crafted dual tone interior fascia provides a grand touch to a car which has it all. The i10 comes with a 3 year warranty package. The i10 will be sold in five trim options – the D – Lite, Era, Magna, Sportz & Asta. Magna will also be available in a high-end option pack.

The i10 has already won the favor of critics with a host of prestigious awards – Indian Car of the Year 2008; CNBC Car of the Year & CNBC Compact of the Year; NDTV Car of the Year 2008 & Small Car of the Year 2008 ; MOTORING Car of the Year 2008; OVERDRIVE Car of the Year 2008 & Aaj Tak Viewers Choice Award ; Debut of the year by Carwale.com.

With looks, performance, features, safety and economy which customers are sure to find very attractive, the i10 is poised to re-define the segment and set a new benchmark for this class of cars.

For Further Information Contact:

Pranavesh J. Pradhan (9851047400)
AVCO International Pvt. Ltd.
email: pr@avco.com.np