Both the Mahindra XUV 3XO and the Hyundai Venue get three engines, together with a diesel choice, and include spectacular options
If you might be looking out for a brand new sub-4m SUV, likelihood is you’ll be contemplating the newly launched Mahindra XUV 3XO (primarily the facelifted XUV300). One of its important rivals is the Hyundai Venue, which additionally provides an identical selection of petrol and diesel engines, in addition to premium options. So when you have been planning to select one among these two fashions, right here’s their detailed comparability to assist choose the precise one for you, a minimum of on paper:
Dimensions
Dimension
Mahindra XUV 3XO
Hyundai Venue
Length
3990 mm
3995 mm
Width
1821 mm
1770 mm
Height
1647 mm
1617 mm (with roof rails)
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2500 mm
Boot Space
364 litres
350 litres
It’s the Mahindra SUV that’s greater in all dimensions right here between the 2.
The 100 mm longer wheelbase of the XUV 3XO ought to translate into it having extra leg room contained in the cabin than the Venue.
The XUV 3XO has an additional 14 litres of boot house as nicely.
The Mahindra XUV 3XO has the upper energy and torque output between the 2 SUVs, it doesn’t matter what fuel-type or engine you select.
While the XUV 3XO has a brand new 6-speed torque converter computerized choice with its petrol engines, the Hyundai SUV comes with a 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch transmission) with its turbocharged unit.
Mahindra additionally provides the XUV 3XO with the selection of a 6-speed AMT with its diesel engine, whereas the Venue’s diesel unit misses out on an computerized gearbox altogether.
Level-2 ADAS (adaptive cruise management, visitors signal recognition, lane maintain help, autonomous emergency braking)
6 airbags (customary)
ESC
Rear wiper and washer
Rear defogger
ABS with EBD
Reversing digital camera
TPMS
ISOFIX little one seat mounts
Level-1 ADAS (ahead collision warning, lane-keep help, driver attentiveness alert, and many others)
In phrases of function comforts and expertise, it’s the XUV 3XO that has some benefit within the type of the segment-first panoramic sunroof, dual-zone AC, and greater 10.25-inch shows.
That stated, the Venue has its share of distinctive gear too, together with an air air purifier and a 4-way power-adjustable driver seat.
When it involves security, each the fashions are well-equipped as each get six airbags (as customary), ESC, TPMS, and fundamental ADAS options. However, the XUV 3XO has an edge right here because of a 360-degree digital camera, digital parking brake with auto-hold, and a stronger ADAS suite.
The Venue, which was the primary sub-4m SUV to get ADAS, nonetheless will get options resembling lane-keep help, ahead collision warning, and high-beam help.
Price Range
Mahindra XUV 3XO
Hyundai Venue
Price Range
Rs 7.49 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh (introductory)
Rs 7.94 lakh to Rs 13.48 lakh
However, it’s the Venue’s high variant that’s extra inexpensive than the corresponding variant of the XUV 3XO by round Rs 2 lakh.
Other rivals for these subcompact SUVs embrace the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, and Kia Sonet.
Hyundai has introduced that it’ll start collection manufacturing of its most reasonably priced electrical SUV for India by the top of 2024
The made-in-India electrical SUV shall be produced on the Chennai plant.
Hyundai plans to additional produce 5 EV fashions in India by 2030.
The carmaker first introduced plans for a localised and reasonably priced EV for India in 2021.
It is predicted to be the Creta EV which has already been spied a number of instances.
The Creta EV’s powertrain particulars aren’t but recognized nevertheless it may have a claimed vary of over 400 km.
India launch slated for 2025; costs may begin from Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom).
The high brass of the Hyundai Motor Group from Korea not too long ago visited their India places of work and revealed particulars in regards to the model’s future plans within the nation, particularly concerning EVs. While the carmaker confirmed that it’ll start collection manufacturing of its first closely localised electrical SUV on the Chennai plant by the top of 2024. While the carmaker hasn’t confirmed what mannequin it’s, now we have causes to consider it will likely be the Hyundai Creta EV. Our hypothesis is predicated on the truth that the carmaker has already begun testing the electrical SUV in its residence nation and a few check mules have been noticed on our roads too.
Hyundai’s First Heavily Localised EV
Hyundai was the primary mass-market model to supply a considerably reasonably priced electrical SUV in India with the launch of the Kona Electric in 2019. However, as {a partially} imported and regionally assembled unit, it was nonetheless too expensive for the plenty. Following the success of the Tata Nexon EV, Hyundai revealed plans for a closely localised EV in India again in 2021 with six EVs within the lineup by 2028. It was anticipated that the mannequin record will embody EV counterparts to the model’s profitable ICE (inside combustion engine) fashions.
Given that Tata’s profitable with an reasonably priced sub-4m electrical SUV providing, we anticipated Hyundai to compete towards it with a Venue EV that might be launched at related costs. However, provided that there was no tax profit for EVs restricted to these dimensions, it made extra sense for Hyundai to give attention to the phase the place it has dominated for years: the compact SUV house.
A Well-known Secret: Creta EV For India
Even on this newest announcement confirming that Hyundai will regionally manufacture an electrical SUV in India, the carmaker has saved the precise mannequin a secret. However, given the proof obtainable based mostly on spy pictures in India and in Korea, it would nearly definitely be the all-electric model of the Hyundai Creta.
There are a number of causes for Hyundai to choose the Creta over the Venue as its first localised EV for India. Firstly, the Creta nameplate is extra fashionable with a loyal fan following than the Venue and likewise sells extra regardless of being pricier than the sub-4m SUV. The ‘Creta’ model has been in our marketplace for practically a decade now and the carmaker has bought over 10 lakh items of the SUV until date, making it a crowd favorite.
Given that the Tata Nexon EV has already cornered the marketplace for an electrical SUV beneath the Rs 15 lakh mark, it could have been far tougher for Hyundai to introduce its sub-4m electrical SUV at a aggressive worth. But by focussing on the electrical compact SUV house with the Creta EV, Hyundai will be capable of tackle its mass-market rivals head-on. This phase itself can also be set to broaden within the subsequent 12 months with the arrival of the Tata Curvv EV and the Maruti eVX by the top of this yr. There will even be a compact electrical providing from Citroen on this interval.
The Creta EV can even profit from the truth that the ICE-powered model has simply been given an intensive facelift with fashionable styling and loads of premium options, so the one actual change for consumers would be the electrical powertrain.
While the precise particulars in regards to the battery pack and electrical motor of the Creta EV are but to be confirmed, we anticipate the Creta EV to have a claimed vary of effectively over 400 km. It may get a number of battery pack choices too, like many different Hyundai EV world fashions and a few of its EV rivals in India.
This Hyundai EV is unlikely to be based mostly on the identical E-GMP platform that underpins most new Hyundai EVs just like the Ioniq 5.
How Much Would It Cost?
The Hyundai Creta EV may have a beginning worth of Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). The Creta EV will rival the MG ZS EV and function a premium various to the Tata Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV400. Upcoming rivals embody the beforehand talked about Tata Curvv EV (attributable to launch within the first half of 2024) and the Maruti eVX (anticipated to launch in early 2025).
The Creta EV shall be adopted by extra regionally made Hyundai EVs, with the corporate stating its plan to additional 5 EV fashions in India by 2030.
The Hyundai Venue was the one one within the section to get pleasure from month-on-month progress in gross sales which positioned it again forward of the Kia Sonet
In March 2024, the Maruti Brezza retained its prime spot within the gross sales tables and maintained its lead over the Tata Nexon. Although the section’s general month-on-month (MoM) gross sales decreased by almost 6 %, near 53,000 subcompact SUVs have been nonetheless offered within the nation final month. Here’s the detailed gross sales report of how every subcompact SUV carried out.
Sub-compact SUVs & crossovers
March 2024
February 2024
MoM Growth
Market share present(%)
Market share (% final 12 months)
YoY mkt share (%)
Average gross sales (6 months)
Maruti Brezza
14614
15765
-7.3
27.64
27.2
0.44
14726
Tata Nexon
14058
14395
-2.34
26.59
24.75
1.84
15665
Hyundai Venue
9614
8933
7.62
18.18
16.8
1.38
11019
Kia Sonet
8750
9102
-3.86
16.55
14.54
2.01
6425
Nissan Magnite
2701
2755
-1.96
5.1
5.46
-0.36
2542
Mahindra XUV300
2072
4218
-50.87
3.91
8.59
-4.68
4514
Renault Kiger
1050
1047
0.28
1.98
2.62
-0.64
847
Total
52859
56215
-5.96
Key Takeaways
With over 14,500 models retailed, the Maruti Brezza remained the best-selling subcompact SUV within the section, regardless of experiencing a lack of greater than 7 % in month-on-month (MoM) gross sales. The Brezza nonetheless maintains the very best market share of just about 28 % within the section.
Tata Nexon’s gross sales in March 2024 fell quick by over 500 models in comparison with the Maruti Brezza, thus sustaining its place because the second best-selling compact SUV within the section. Following the Brezza, the Nexon is the one subcompact SUV right here to surpass the ten,000-unit gross sales mark. Please word that these figures embody each Tata Nexon and Tata Nexon EV gross sales.
The Hyundai Venue, the third best-selling sub-4m SUV, attracted greater than 9,500 consumers in March 2024. It recorded a progress of almost 8 % in MoM gross sales, at the moment holding over 18 % of market share within the section. It’s vital to notice that the Venue’s tally right here combines the gross sales of each Hyundai Venue and Venue N Line.
Despite a decline of almost 8 % in month-to-month gross sales, Kia nonetheless dispatched over 8,500 models of the Sonet in March 2024. This determine is over 2,000 models increased than its common gross sales over the previous six months.
The Mahindra XUV300 took the most important hit of over 50 % in MoM gross sales, and it solely managed to cross the gross sales mark of two,000 models. The essential motive for this decline is that Mahindra is getting ready for the introduction of its facelifted model, the XUV 3XO.
The Renault Kiger was the least promoting subcompact SUV in March 2024 and it solely discovered over 1,000 consumers final month. However, its efficiency final month’s efficiency was higher than common gross sales of the final six months. Meanwhile, its mechanical sibling the Nissan Magnite loved over 2,700 unit gross sales for a similar month for a comparatively steady demand.
The Omoda E5 is meant to have a somewhat upmarket really feel, and Hyundai and Kia are a selected goal. However, there’s a whiff of tackiness to the trim in our top-spec Noble prototype take a look at automotive. Small particulars just like the chiny, chrome speaker covers, and the wave sample on a number of the plastic trim. It’s attempting a bit too laborious, in areas.
Still, the double wi-fi telephone charging pad is nice – particularly because it has its personal cooling vent, to maintain your telephone from overheating – and there are another neat touches together with display brightness controls which are completely seen on the panel subsequent to the steering wheel. Talking about illumination, although, the back-lit, touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel disappear fully if it’s nonetheless mild outdoors and also you flip the headlights on. Don’t anticipate to have the ability to flip your music down when it’s foggy or raining closely, then.
Naturally, there’s an enormous, 12.3-inch touchscreen on high of the sprint, which is housed along with the large driver’s readout. Our automotive was but to have its last software program replace, however even with the tweaks that we’re advised will occur earlier than the mannequin hits dealerships, the system will like really feel a contact dated. The graphics are a bit grainy, discovering a number of the automotive’s settings takes too lengthy (you must prod at the very least three- or 4 occasions to show lane-keep help and pace restrict warnings off), and the house menu icons and in-screen temperature controls are small and fiddly. It’s harking back to MG’s touchscreen software program again when the MG4 was first launched, in truth, and also you’ll discover the methods from Kia, Hyundai, Renault and (dare we are saying it…) even Volkswagen, usefully higher. Still, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are customary, so that you received’t have to make use of the native system fairly often, anyway.
Rear passenger house is okay. You’ll get a few six-footers within the again with relative ease, though headroom is a bit tighter than in some rivals and there’s little or no foot house beneath the entrance seats.
The boot has a paltry 292-litre claimed capability, which is completely woeful and extra what you’d anticipate in a metropolis automotive than a household crossover. We’re a bit sceptical about that determine, although, and suspect that Omoda hasn’t included underfloor storage, because the boot actually doesn’t look so dangerous to us; you’ll get the large store in there, no worries. There’s additionally a small frunk, though it’s shallow sufficient that you simply’ll most likely find yourself sticking your charging cables within the boot, anyway.
And should you do carry that boot ground up – reward be to the automotive gods, it’s an electrical automotive with a full-size spare! We thought we’d by no means see the day, and when the E5 involves the UK it’s attainable that it’ll be a space-saver, however even that could be a large enchancment on a tube of gunk, or nothing in any respect.
All compact SUVs recorded a optimistic month-on-month (MoM) development in March 2024 gross sales
The Hyundai Creta, as ordinary, dominated compact SUV gross sales in March 2024, with the Maruti Grand Vitara following in second place. The section skilled an general development of round 10 p.c final month, with over 49,000 compact SUVs bought. Let’s see how every compact SUV carried out in March 2024 gross sales.
Compact SUVs & crossovers
March 2024
February 2024
MoM Growth
Market share present(%)
Market share (% final yr)
YoY mkt share (%)
Average gross sales (6 months)
Hyundai Creta
16458
15276
7.73
33.44
42.66
-9.22
12557
Maruti Grand Vitara
11232
11002
2.09
22.82
30.55
-7.73
10323
Kia Seltos
7912
6265
26.28
16.07
19.93
-3.86
9536
Toyota Hyryder
5965
5601
6.49
12.12
10.56
1.56
4486
Honda Elevate
3277
3184
2.92
6.65
0
6.65
4591
Volkswagen Taigun
1588
1286
23.48
3.22
6.01
-2.79
1766
Skoda Kushaq
1293
1137
13.72
2.62
6.84
-4.22
1887
MG Astor
1274
1036
22.97
2.58
3.5
-0.92
890
Citroen C3 Aircross
211
127
66.14
0.42
0
0.42
158
Total
49210
44914
9.56
Key Takeaways
The Hyundai Creta continued its domination because the top-selling compact SUV within the nation. Close to 16,500 items of the facelifted Creta have been bought in March 2024, and practically 8 p.c development was recorded in month-to-month gross sales. Though Creta’s year-on-year (YoY) market share went down by over 9 p.c, its March 2024 gross sales was nonetheless round 3,900 items greater than its common gross sales of the final six months.
After the Creta, the Maruti Grand Vitara was the one compact SUV to cross the ten,000 items gross sales mark. Maruti dispatched greater than 11,000 items of the Grand Vitara in March, sustaining the constant month-to-month demand.
With greater than 7,900 items bought, the Kia Seltos’ MoM gross sales went up by greater than 26 p.c in March 2024. However, this determine was nonetheless round 1,600 items decrease than its common gross sales of the previous six months.
The Toyota Hyrder, the mechanical sibling of the Grand Vitara, discovered shut to six,000 patrons in March 2024. No month-to-month losses reported for Toyota’s compact SUV final month.
Honda Elevate additionally maintained a constant MoM demand crossing the gross sales mark of three,000 items. However, it nonetheless fell wanting round 1,300 items in comparison with its common gross sales of the previous six months.
Volkswagen bought 300 extra items of the Taigun compact SUV in March 2024, with its whole gross sales crossing 1,500 items. Taigun’s YoY market share nevertheless declined by practically 3 p.c.
Just just like the Taigun, the Skoda Kushaq additionally registered a optimistic development of over 13 p.c in March 2024, with near 1,300 items retailed. Its YoY market share additionally took a success of greater than 4 p.c.
The MG Astor recorded a MoM development of near 23 p.c, and managed to cross the gross sales mark of 1,000 items.
The Citroen C3 Aircross remained the least promoting compact SUV in March 2024 because it discovered simply over 200 takers final month.
Hyundai says sunroof-equipped variants accounted for 71 p.c of those complete bookings
Hyundai launched the facelifted Creta in India in January 2024.
Its bookings have been opened in early January; the 2024 mannequin received 50,000 bookings inside a month since launch.
Variants with related automotive tech account for 52 p.c of the full bookings.
The SUV nameplate lately achieved over 10 lakh gross sales in India alone until date.
Hyundai provides the Creta with three powertrains: two petrol and one diesel.
The SUV is priced from Rs 11 lakh to Rs 20.15 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
Bookings for the facelifted Hyundai Creta began on January 2, and now the compact SUV has bagged over 1 lakh orders. To jog your reminiscence, the SUV had crossed the 50,000-bookings mark inside a month of happening sale.
Sunroof Variants Most Popular
As per Hyundai, 71 p.c of the full bookings have been for the variants with a sunroof (panoramic unit). The carmaker provides this consolation function from the mid-spec S(O) variant of the compact SUV. Hyundai has additionally revealed that 52 p.c of the full bookings belong to the SUV’s variants having related automotive tech. You can have the related tech on the brand new Creta’s higher-spec SX, SX Tech, and SX(O) trims.
Hyundai Creta: A Brief Overview
The second-gen Hyundai Creta was launched in India in March 2020 and it was given a midlife refresh in January 2024. Hyundai lately divulged that the SUV moniker has achieved over 10 lakh gross sales on our shores until date.
It is filled with creature comforts equivalent to twin digital shows (10.25-inch every for instrumentation and infotainment), ventilated entrance seats, wi-fi cellphone charging, and dual-zone local weather management. Its security web consists of six airbags, a tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS), a 360-degree digicam, and superior driver help programs (ADAS).
Hyundai provides the 2024 Creta with three powertrain selections:
Specification
1.5-litre N/A Petrol
1.5-litre Turbo-petrol
1.5-litre Diesel
Power
115 PS
160 PS
116 PS
Torque
144 Nm
253 Nm
250 Nm
Transmission
6-speed MT, CVT
7-speed DCT*
6-speed MT, 6-speed AT
*DCT- dual-clutch computerized transmission
More lately, the carmaker additionally launched the first-ever Creta N Line – a sportier-looking iteration of the SUV – with solely the turbocharged petrol engine. Additionally, it will get the selection of each 6-speed handbook and 7-speed DCT transmissions.
Hyundai Creta overtook the Maruti choices to turn out to be the second best-selling automobile in March 2024
In March 2024, the Tata Punch, for the primary time ever, was the best-selling automobile in India. The Punch was carefully adopted by the Hyundai Creta which overtook the Maruti Wagon R, Maruti Dzire, and Maruti Swift. Here’s how every mannequin within the listing of prime 15 best-selling automobiles carried out in March 2024.
Models
March 2024
March 2023
February 2024
Tata Punch
17,547
10,894
18,438
Hyundai Creta
16,458
14,026
15,276
Maruti Wagon R
16,368
17,305
19,412
Maruti Dzire
15,894
13,394
15,837
Maruti Swift
15,728
17,559
13,165
Maruti Baleno
15,588
16,168
17,517
Mahindra Scorpio
15,151
8,788
15,051
Maruti Ertiga
14,888
9,028
15,519
Maruti Brezza
14,614
16,227
15,765
Tata Nexon
14,058
14,769
14,395
Maruti Fronx
12,531
–
14,168
Maruti Eeco
12,019
11,995
12,147
Maruti Grand Vitara
11,232
10,045
11,002
Mahindra Bolero
10,347
9,546
10,113
Toyota Innova Crysta
9,900
8,075
8,481
Key Takeaways
The Tata Punch, with greater than 17,500 dispatches, was the best-selling automobile in March 2024. However, its month-to-month gross sales decreased by 891 models in comparison with February 2024, although it registered a big development of 61 p.c in year-on-year (YoY) gross sales. Please be aware that these figures embrace the gross sales of each Tata Punch and Tata Punch EV.
The Hyundai Creta compact SUV turned the second best-selling automobile final month, with gross sales of almost 16,500 models. The Creta registered a constructive development of over 1,000 models in month-to-month gross sales and almost 2,500 models within the year-on-year (YoY) comparability.
With a decline of 16 p.c in month-on-month (MoM) gross sales, the Maruti Wagon R slipped from the primary to the third spot within the gross sales desk. More than 16,000 models of the Maruti Wagon R had been offered in March 2024, which is simply 937 models lower than in March 2023.
The Maruti Dzire maintained a constant demand in MoM gross sales, with almost 15,900 models dispatched final month. Maruti’s subcompact sedan additionally registered a development of 19 p.c on YoY gross sales.
Closely following the Dzire, greater than 15,700 models of the Maruti Swift had been dispatched final month. Though the hatchback’s month-to-month gross sales elevated by 19 p.c in March 2024, its YoY gross sales dipped by 10 p.c. In case you’re trying to purchase a new Swift quickly, do be aware that the next-generation of the hatchback is ready to reach within the coming months.
The Maruti Baleno is the one premium hatchback which made it to the listing of prime 15 best-selling automobiles in March 2024. Maruti offered nearly 15,600 models of the Baleno final month, regardless of losses of 11 p.c and 4 p.c in each MoM and YoY gross sales, respectively.
The Mahindra Scorpios additionally crossed the gross sales mark of 15,000 models in March 2024, sustaining a constant efficiency in month-to-month gross sales. The Mahindra SUV registered the best 72 p.c development in yearly gross sales. These figures embrace the gross sales of each Mahindra Scorpio N and Mahindra Scorpio Classic.
With over 14,800 dispatches, the Maruti Ertiga was the eight highest promoting mannequin in March 2024. The MPV’s yearly gross sales went up by over 5,800 models, although its month-to-month gross sales went down by over 631 models.
Though Maruti Brezza’s MoM gross sales declined by 7 p.c final month, its March 2024 gross sales had been nonetheless 556 models greater than that of its direct rival, the Tata Nexon. The Tata Nexon then again, maintained a constant efficiency in each month-to-month and yearly gross sales, crossing the gross sales mark of 14,000 models. Note, the Nexon’s tally consists of gross sales of the Nexon EV as nicely.
Maruti’s sub-4m crossover, the Fronx, confronted a decline of 12 p.c in MoM gross sales. Maruti dispatched greater than 12,500 models of the Fronx in March 2024. The Fronx has additionally bought a brand new competitor within the type of Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor, which is a rebadged model of the Fronx, launched in April solely.
With over 12,000 models retailed, the Maruti Eeco was one other constant performer final month.
The Maruti Grand Vitara crossed the gross sales mark of 11,000 models final month, with no losses in month-to-month and yearly gross sales. However its March 2024 gross sales nonetheless fell wanting over 5,000 models in comparison with its section rival, the Hyundai Creta.
Another Mahindra within the listing, the Bolero, attracted greater than 10,000 consumers in March 2024. Its YoY gross sales elevated by 8 p.c final month. Please be aware that these numbers embrace the gross sales figures of each Mahindra Bolero and Bolero Neo.
Last on this listing and in addition the priciest mannequin right here, the Toyota Innova Crysta discovered 9,900 consumers in March 2024. The diesel-only MPV loved respectable development, as itsMoM and YoY gross sales went up by 17 p.c and 23 p.c, respectively.
The facelifted Hyundai Alcazar will probably have a redesigned face to set it aside from the brand new Creta
Exterior modifications embody new grille design, contemporary alloy wheels, and vertically stacked LED taillights.
Expected to be accessible in each 6- and 7-seat layouts because the outgoing mannequin.
Cabin updates might embody an built-in setup for the twin digital shows.
Should get the brand new Creta’s dual-zone AC and ADAS suite as nicely.
Likely to get the identical turbo-petrol and diesel engine choices as the present Alcazar.
Expected to be launched within the second half of 2024; costs might begin from Rs 17 lakh (ex-showroom).
Following the introduction of the facelifted Hyundai Creta in early 2024, the Korean carmaker is now readying the up to date Alcazar 3-row SUV for India. The facelifted Hyundai Alcazar has now been noticed on check in its residence nation of South Korea forward of its anticipated India launch by the top of 2024.
Details Observed In The Spy Shots
While the check mule was coated in heavy camouflage, it’s clear that the brand new Alcazar won’t have the identical fascia because the facelifted Creta. That mentioned, it’s going to have widespread Hyundai design components like a split-headlight setup with the LED DRL strip situated above the redesigned grille. Although the facelifted Alcazar’s aspect hasn’t been snapped simply but, it’s anticipated to get a contemporary set of alloy wheels. The rear of the facelifted SUV is predicted to have vertically stacked LED taillights to set it aside farther from the brand new Creta. It will proceed to have a dual-tip exhaust, similar as the prevailing mannequin.
Expected Cabin And Feature Updates
The inside of the facelifted Alcazar hasn’t been spied but but when the brand new Creta’s cabin is something to go by, count on it to even have a refreshed dashboard format. It will proceed to be supplied in each 6- and 7-seat layouts. Hyundai might additionally provide the 2024 Alcazar with two 10.25-inch digital shows (one for instrumentation and the opposite for infotainment) and dual-zone AC from the brand new Creta.
In phrases of security, the 3-row Hyundai SUV ought to get six airbags, digital stability management (ESC), a 360-degree digicam, and the Creta’s suite of superior driver help techniques (ADAS) for options like autonomous collision avoidance and adaptive cruise management.
Hyundai will provide the brand new Alcazar with the identical engine-gearbox choices because the outgoing mannequin:
Specification
1.5-litre Turbo-petrol
1.5-litre Diesel
Power
160 PS
116 PS
Torque
253 Nm
250 Nm
Transmission
6-speed MT, 7-speed DCT*
6-speed MT, 6-speed AT
*DCT- dual-clutch automated transmission
How Much Would It Cost?
The facelifted Hyundai Alcazar might have a beginning worth of Rs 17 lakh. For reference, the at present bought mannequin is priced from Rs 16.77 lakh to Rs 21.28 lakh. The up to date 3-row SUV will proceed to go up in opposition to the Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari, and MG Hector Plus.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N goes racing in a devoted sequence. It’s referred to as the eN1 class and it’ll encompass dash races in addition to one-on-one knockout races. The new racing sequence echoes the N1 class that includes the Elantra (Avante in South Korea) and isn’t restricted to a single producer or only one tire vendor.
The first electrical N mannequin receives many modifications over the road-going automobile to make it extra monitor pleasant. For starters, Hyundai shaved off numerous fats. While the street-legal Ioniq 5 N weighs as much as 4,916 kilos, the eN1 Cup Car sheds almost 600 kilos. It ideas the scales at 4,343 lbs regardless of getting a full aerodynamic physique equipment with bulging fenders and an enormous rear wing.
The weight loss program was achieved by mounting a fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) hood and polycarbonate home windows. It additionally will get 18-inch cast wheels with slick tires and has a stripped-out cabin with a single bucket seat. Although the Ioniq 5 N eN1 Cup Car has been placed on a weight loss program, it comes with numerous {hardware} not discovered on the common mannequin. Hyundai installs a full FIA-compliant roll cage, meaty 18-inch slick tires, an asphyxiation fireplace layer, and a high-voltage shutoff system.
Other modifications over the road-going Ioniq 5 N embrace an adjustable suspension with two-way dampers, a high-voltage warning indicator, and a charging port relocated on the again. Oddly sufficient, the race automobile retains the pretend engine noise trickery (N e-Shift) and groups will even be allowed to choose their favourite sounds. The perform enabling synthetic gear modifications (N e-Shift) has additionally been retained. Battery pre-conditioning remains to be there, as is the N Grin Boost that unlocks full energy for 10 seconds.
The twin motors proceed to provide a mixed 641 hp as with the road-going Ioniq 5 N from the place it has additionally inherited the 84.0-kilowatt-hour battery pack. Performance particulars haven’t been revealed, however 0 to 60 mph ought to take round three seconds contemplating the usual scorching electrical crossover does the job in 3.25 seconds with the N Grin Boost energetic.
We’ll see the brand new Ioniq 5 N eN1 Cup Car in motion for the primary time on April 27 through the inaugural spherical of the 2024 Hyundai N Festival on the Inje Speedium the place the eN1 class may have an official follow session. A complete of 10 races are set for later this 12 months.
In current years, South Korean producer Hyundai has been on an enormous resurgence, persevering with to launch fashions in all completely different segments and competing on the very high. In 2016, Hyundai unveiled the primary all-electric Ioniq, which, as a nameplate, has expanded into other models in 2024. The unique Ioniq mannequin was discontinued in 2022 to make manner for this growth, which is at present led by the famend Ioniq 5 compact crossover SUV, which mixes the practicality of electrical energy and SUVs in a hatchback fashion bundle.
The Ioniq vary will develop with the Ioniq 7 full-size SUV, however the Ioniq 5 N is the one performance-oriented mannequin that Hyundai has unveiled up to now. With the lately introduced pricing, here is what you may anticipate from the Ioniq 5 N for its record-breaking price ticket for the model.
In order to provide the latest and correct info doable, the information used to compile this text was sourced from Hyundai’s web site and different authoritative sources, together with Car and Driver.
With the Ioniq 5 N, Hyundai is pushing the boundaries of energy, efficiency, and design for an unparalleled driving expertise.
The Most Expensive Hyundai Ever At $66,100
Hyundai lately introduced the worth for the Ioniq 5 N within the U.S., making the electrical crossover SUV the most expensive Hyundai has ever produced. In earlier years, and with many different fashions, Hyundai has constructed an important fame of being one of the crucial dependable manufacturers in the marketplace at an reasonably priced value, receiving a rating of 198 issues per automobile in J.D Power’s 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study.
The 2025 Ioniq 5 N could have a beginning MSRP of $66,100. Although it’s the most expensive model in Hyundai’s entire fleet, it maintains the model’s fame of providing class-leading specs at a extra reasonably priced value.
Introducing N Performance To Hyundai’s EVs
In addition to increasing its hybrid and electrical automobile lineup, Hyundai additionally started producing its N efficiency vary pretty lately, beginning with the i30 N in 2017. In 2024, the Hyundai Elantra N is the only N performance model offered on the U.S. market, making the brand new Ioniq 5 N the primary electrical mannequin to implement N efficiency to the bottom mannequin Ioniq 5. As with the Elantra N vs the bottom mannequin, the Ioniq 5 N takes the crossover SUV to new heights, setting a brand new customary for the model transferring ahead.
Pricing Compared To Other Hyundai Models
Although the ’25 Ioniq 5 N is the costliest Hyundai thus far, it would not fall into an ultra-high value vary in contrast with different fashions. The solely different Hyundai N mannequin, the Elantra N, starts at $34,850, making it almost half the price of the Ioniq 5 N. However, the distinction in value may be justified as a result of the Ioniq 5 N is galvanized and comes with considerably extra energy.
This consists of the N bucket seats completed in Alcántara and polyester, which embrace an illuminated N badge built-in into the seats. Hyundai has additionally redesigned the N steering wheel, with the ’25 Ioniq 5 N that includes a three-spoke steering wheel completed in leather-based.
The middle console has additionally been altered, and it has been accomplished with knee pads, shin assist, and sliding armrests to maintain you safe on the observe. Even the pedals have been up to date for the Ioniq 5 N, being optimized for foot contact to offer you extra management throughout any situation when pushing the automotive to the max.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a hooligan and a enjoyable EV in all the fitting locations, and it does so in a wake that makes the Model Y Performance appear boring.
The Ioniq 5 N’s Blistering Performance
Of course, the spotlight of the 2025 Ioniq 5 N is its standout efficiency specs, which increase the bar for the electrical efficiency SUV phase throughout the board. Before the Ioniq 5 N was revealed, it was the World Car Of The Year-winning Ioniq 6 that was essentially the most highly effective within the lineup, with a most output of 320 horsepower. The Ioniq 5 N, nonetheless, will double this.
An Output Of 641 Horsepower
In complete, the ’25 Ioniq 5 N produces a whopping 641 horsepower and 546 pound-feet of torque, making it essentially the most highly effective Hyundai ever made. The crossover SUV is powered by dual-electric motors as standard, making it all-wheel-drive as customary.
At the entrance, the motor delivers 222 horsepower (166 kilowatts), with the rear motor growing the output to 378 horsepower (282 kilowatts). However, when the N Grin Boost characteristic is activated by pushing its button on the brand new N steering wheel, the Ioniq 5 N reaches its 641 horsepower limit.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Performance Specifications
Layout
84 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery With Dual-Electric Motor
Transmission
1-Speed Automatic
Horsepower
641 HP
Torque
546 LB-FT
Electric Range
278 Miles
0-60 MPH
3.1 Seconds
Top Speed
162 MPH
As anticipated with this form of electrical energy, the ’25 Ioniq 5 N is able to some ferocious speeds. At its restrict, the Ioniq 5 N has a high velocity of 162 miles per hour, making it 38 miles per hour quicker than the bottom Ioniq 5. The high velocity is spectacular, however EVs are extra well-known for his or her acceleration capabilities (moreover the top-end supercars).
The Ioniq 5 N blasts from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.1 seconds, making it ultra-competitive inside the electrical SUV phase and even competing with high-end efficiency EVs such because the Porsche Taycan.
Exclusive Performance-Enhancing Technology
Alongside the N Grin Boost mode, the 2025 Ioniq 5 N comes stacked with cutting-edge expertise, all intending to deliver the most memorable driving experience possible. One of the spotlight options is the N Torque Distribution, which lets you totally alter the torque distribution for each the entrance and rear wheels and may be adjusted to 11 completely different ranges. This characteristic allows the Ioniq to five N to both be planted by way of corners or make it so the tail kicks out at whichever depth fits your fashion.
This works hand-in-hand with the N Drift Optimizer, which helps keep your drift angle utilizing real-time inputs. The Torque Kick Drift characteristic helps simulate the texture of a rear-wheel-drive clutch kicking. Yet one other cornering-focused characteristic is the clever N Pedal software program, which supplies prompt turn-in response and enhanced throttle sensitivity for fierce but managed cornering.
The 2025 Ioniq 5 N additionally takes current expertise and adjusts it to swimsuit the brand new crossover SUV’s intentions and philosophy, together with N Brake Regen, redesigned to enhance braking efficiency as a substitute of charging the battery, which is often used for the expertise. N Launch management additionally comes with the Ioniq 5 N and N Race and N Battery Preconditioning, which optimizes the automotive’s 84 kWh battery to ship the best efficiency in Drag or Track modes.
The NPX1 pushes the Ioniq 5 N to new heights with aggressive aerodynamics and software-driven efficiency customization.
An EV Built For The Love Of Driving
While Hyundai’s current hybrid and all-electric fashions are designed to maximise the effectivity and practicality that electrical energy can present, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N turns its consideration to extracting essentially the most efficiency from the crossover SUV’s dual-electric motors for the primary time with N efficiency. Combined with the ample quantity of performance-enhancing expertise, the 2025 Ioniq 5 N represents the potential of Hyundai’s future, changing into a powerful drive inside the automotive business as an entire.
Despite focusing totally on efficiency as a substitute of effectivity, the Ioniq 5 N’s 84 kWh battery pack supplies an total claimed vary of 278 miles, which is barely 37 miles lower than the bottom mannequin Ioniq 5. Although the worth tag for the Ioniq 5 N is just under $25,000 more than the base model, the all-electric vary remains to be aggressive for a performance-focused EV that packs the 641 horsepower punch that it does.
How Does It Compare To Its Rivals?
In phrases of the Ioniq 5 N’s competitors, the 2024 Kia EV6 GT AWD is the new Hyundai’s closest rival. The Hyundai Motor Group owns the Kia model, however the two fashions share completely different stats and costs throughout the board. The top-spec AWD trim begins at $61,600, barely decrease than the Ioniq 5 N. However, its decreased energy output of 576 horsepower offers the Ioniq 5 N important efficiency advantages over the flagship efficiency EV produced by the Hyundai-owned but considerably completely different model.
Another shut competitor for the Ioniq 5 is the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT trim, which begins at a lesser $52,395. Despite costing an honest quantity much less, the ability output as soon as once more falls in need of the Ioniq 5 N, producing 480 horsepower from its twin motors. While the ’25 Ioniq 5 N’s price ticket could also be barely greater than opponents, it is greater than justified by the class-leading efficiency offered by way of its cutting-edge expertise.
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