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HYUNDAI EON

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Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), the Indian subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company, launched the small family car called 'EON'. This noted Korean automaker has designed and engineered the compact car exclusively for Indian consumers. Positioned in the A segment of small cars, Hyundai EON possesses a threat to the league dominating Maruti Alto, the highest selling passenger car by Maruti Suzuki.

New Hyundai EON sports an elegant design that features extended flowing curves and strong character lines across its body. The modern appearance of 2011 Hyundai EON is further enhanced by hexagonal front grille, swept back headlamps, detailed tail-lamps. Auto aficionados and industry experts have rated this compact car very highly on parameters of design and style.

 

Fuel efficiency remains the foremost concern of small car buyers, and Hyundai EON is loaded with pioneering technical capabilities that ensure excellent mileage. Along with incredible mileage, Hyundai EON has several inbuilt functions for an eco-efficient drive. Interiors of the car are as appealing as its exteriors, which have captivated many auto enthusiasts across the country. The spacious interiors boast of plenty of legroom in the front as well as the rear to fulfil family requirements. Moreover, safety aspects are well addressed in this vehicle, as the car consists of several active and passive arrangements.

Hyundai EON Launch History

Hyundai EON 2011 is believed to be most ambitious launch of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) yet. New Hyundai EON has been launched by the car maker in October, the festive season in India, when many families are looking to purchase new goods. The small car from Hyundai is geared for a high-pitch battle against Maruti Suzuki Alto.

EON, which means eternity, is manufactured at Hyundai Motor India’s manufacturing facility located at Chennai. New Hyundai EON 2011 is the latest car to illustrate ‘Fluidic Sculpture' philosophy of Hyundai. Exclusively designed for first time Indian buyers who desire a stylish and spacious compact car, this car delivers an exceptional driving experience and high fuel economy.

Hyundai EON Variants (Models)

Variants of New Hyundai EON are detailed below:

Variant	Features
Hyundai EON D Lite	It is the basic variant of Hyundai EON, which is powered by 814cc engine. This variant comes with standard features, which include heater / 4 blowers, child lock, chrome radiator grille, engine immobiliser, rear seatbelts, cup holders and remote tailgate release. Low fuel indicator and 2-tone beige and brown interiors are other highlights of this variant.
Hyundai EON D Lite Optional	Hyundai EON D Lite Optional is the upgraded variant of the base model and comprises several comfort and convenience arrangements. Although the technical specifications remain the same, its air conditioning system and full wheel cover with Hub cap are noteworthy additions in this variant.
Hyundai EON Magna	Hyundai EON Magna is another variant of the new EON, which differentiates itself from low priced variants on grounds of comfort and safety arrangements. Some of the notable additions in this vehicle are central locking, passenger-side outside mirror, antenna on roof, map pockets and bottle holder in front door. Alternator Management System (AMS), which has been assimilated for better fuel efficiency, is another major highlight. Moreover, features such as tilt steering, armrests and electrically powered windows are other noteworthy additions in this variant.
Hyundai EON Magna Optional	Hyundai EON Magna Optional is another contrasting variant of EON and comes with various utility options, such as rear parcel tray, 2 DIN radio / CD / mp3 audio / USB port / Aux-in port capabilities and digital clock.
Hyundai EON Sportz	Hyundai EON Sportz is the sportier variant of new Hyundai EON, which caters to sport lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Along with several convenience and safety arrangements, Hyundai EON Sportz boasts of sporty elements like 3-spoke steering wheel and metallic finish unlike other variants.
Hyundai EON Era	Hyundai EON Era is the top-end variant of Hyundai EON, which is integrated with various advanced features. Among noteworthy features of Era are tinted glass, body colour bumpers, metallic finish centre console and electric power steering.

Hyundai EON Pricing

Hyundai EON in India is promoted as a people's car that comes at an affordable price tag keeping in mind the target segment. The car maker has placed this vehicle in the price bracket of Rs. 2.60 to Rs 4 Lacs, thus meeting the budget of many buyers.

Hyundai EON Review

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), the second largest passenger car manufacturer in India, has intensified rivalry with Maruti Suzuki with the launch of Hyundai EON in the league of Maruti Alto. The promising car, which illustrates Hyundai’s ‘Fluidic Sculpture’ design philosophy, has been crafted to please Indian consumers with its excellent fuel economy and low maintenance requirements.

Its unprecedented style, comfort and utility features extend the automaker's legacy of producing world class products in India. The introduction of Hyundai EON is expected to strengthen Hyundai's foothold in India. 814 cc Intelligent Responsive Drive Engine (iRDE) petrol engine ensures maximum power output of 55 hp at 5500 rpm and peak torque of 75 Nm at 4000 rpm. Certified fuel economy of 21.1 kmpl by Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), has become the unique selling point (USP) of the car.

Hyundai EON Used Car Market

Hyundai has an appreciable reputation in the used car market of India, with its models fetching good resale value. The value for money cars from the Korean automaker are highly demanded in the domestic second hand car market. Moreover, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) also has an official programme to sell and buy used cars, known as 'Advantage'. Being a new entrant in the Indian automotive market, new Hyundai EON will exhibit great demand in Indian automotive market, though it will take some time in reaching the second hand market.

Hyundai EON Specifications

Hyundai EON 2011 is assembled with a fuel efficient 0.8 L iRDE engine that has a capacity to churn out peak power of 55 bhp at 5500 rpm and ensures maximum torque of 75 Nm at 4000 rpm. Moreover, the car is integrated with the unique SOHC valvetrain.

Hyundai EON Exteriors

Exterior Appearance

Hyundai EON inherits appearance from its sibling models, Hyundai i10 and Hyundai Santro Xing, though it is smaller in size in comparison to these models. Design of new Hyundai EON showcases fluidic design philosophy of Hyundai in spirit. This compact car's front resembles Hyundai Verna Fluidic, featuring hexagonal grille and sweeping headlamps. Moreover, its wheel arches and shoulder line add elegance to its exteriors. On the other hand, exclusive curvy rear featuring detailed taillights grab attention of onlookers.

Exterior Measurements

Exterior measurements of new Hyundai EON 2011 are tabulated below:

Parameter	Measurement
Length	3495 mm
Width	1550 mm
Height	1500 mm
Wheelbase	2380 mm
Front track	1386 mm
Rear track	136 mm
Ground clearance	170 mm

Hyundai EON Interiors

Interior Appearance

Currently, Hyundai EON is the most economical car by Hyundai in India. The compact car comes loaded with several new age interior features and arrangements. Spacious interiors with a 2-tone beige and brown theme beautifies cabin of the car. It has comfortable space to accommodate 5 occupants, with its bucket-type seating arrangement allowing them to sit in upright position easily. Deluxe floor console, B and C trims and metallic accent on door handles are some of the noteworthy highlights of the car.

Hyundai EON Interior Comfort

The spacious compact car from Hyundai has several comfort arrangement within the car cabin. It has ample space in the floor console, allowing comfortable position for passengers. Moreover, optimum support for thigh and back is present in the car, thus ensuring comfortable seating for them. Semi-cloth premium seat upholstery covers the cosy seating of Hyundai EON 2011. Exceptional boot space gives competitive advantage to EON over its competitors in the small-car segment.

Hyundai EON Interior Measurements

New Hyundai EON is a spacious compact car with ample headroom, legroom, hip room and shoulder room in front as well as rear for utmost comfort of passengers.

Hyundai EON Mileage, Average and Fuel Economy

Hyundai EON 2011 is promoted as a better fuel efficient car in its league. As per the certificate granted by Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), Hyundai EON delivers fuel economy of 21 kmpl. This compact hatchback is integrated with an Alternator Management System (AMS) for better utilisation of fuel. The fuel efficient car has flared interest of mileage-conscious Indian consumers.

Hyundai EON On-road Drive

New Hyundai EON is assimilated with a fuel-efficient 814 cc iRDE engine. This high performance engine is complemented by a 5-speed manual transmission system that has been especially designed for Indian roads. Moreover, Hyundai EON is appraised for its braking and handling capabilities. The suspension mechanism of this small car makes sure that occupants are comfortable even at high speeds.

Braking mechanism of the car consists of disc brakes at front and drum type brakes at rear. The powerful braking mechanism enables the vehicle to avoid untoward happenings and mishaps. Stability and comfort are among the factors that differentiate EON from others in its segment. Gas type shock absorber that is integrated in the car provides extra stability and ensures comfort of passengers. Moreover, Hyundai EON is fitted with new age tubeless tyres that provide extra safety on off-road conditions and slippery terrains.

Hyundai EON Power

New Hyundai EON is powered by high performance 814 cc three-cylinder petrol SOHC 9-valve engine. This powerhouse produces maximum power output of 55 hp at 5500 rpm and highest torque of 75 Nm at 4000 rpm.

Hyundai EON Acceleration and Pick Up

On the parameters of acceleration and pick up, Hyundai EON fares better than Hyundai Santro Xing and Maruti Suzuki Alto. Running on petrol, Hyundai EON races from 0 to 100 kmph in just 21 seconds, with its top speed being clocked at 135 kmph.

Hyundai EON Safety and Security

Hyundai has included several arrangements for security and safety in the new Hyundai EON. The body structure is made of high grade metal and alloy for exceptional material strength. Strong square-shaped radiator support panel, floor panel and door-side impact beams are added for reinforcing the safety of this vehicle. Rear seat belts, safety airbags, remote locking system with child lock, front fog lamps, keyless entry and engine immobiliser are some of the noteworthy safety arrangements in this A segment car.

Hyundai EON Comfort and Convenience

The air conditioner in the 5 variants of EON provides comfortable journey in the scorching heat. Remote locking, along with child lock and full size armrests, provides optimum comfort to occupants. ‘Low fuel warning’ notifies driver for refuelling the petrol tank in time. Safety airbags, reinforced body structure, engine immobiliser, inside rear view mirror and front fog lamps are other noteworthy comfort features of Hyundai EON 2011. Apart from these, dual tripmeter is another highlighting feature of the new EON.

Hyundai EON Wheels

New Hyundai EON's variants, namely D Lite, D Lite Optional and Era, are fitted with new age tyres of 145/80 R12 size. On the other hand, Magna, Magna Optional and Sportz are equipped with tyres of 155/70 R13 size. These tyres are supported with an advanced suspension mechanism, which features McPherson strut with coil spring / anti-roll bar suspension at the front. Additionally, torsion beam axle with coil spring is attached to the rear wheels of this car.

Hyundai EON Stereo and Accessories

Much to the delight of music lovers, Hyundai EON is integrated with a modern music console, which has Audio CD / radio / mp3 / USB / Aux-in capabilities. Among notable accessories of new Hyundai EON are rear parcel tray, cup holders, map pockets with bottle holder and floor console storage.

Hyundai EON Dealers

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has a widespread network of 325 dealerships, scattered across the country. Noteworthy flagship dealers of Hyundai in India, where buyers can acquire Hyundai EON 2011, are tabulated below:

City	Dealers
Hyderabad	Lakshmi Hyundai KUN Hyundai Hyundai Talwar Hyundai
Chennai	DSC Hyundai Hyundai HMP Hyundai K.U.N. Hyundai
Kolkata	Bengal Hyundai Mukesh Hyundai Saini Hyundai Spring Hyundai
Mumbai	Shreenath Hyundai +A1 Hyundai Continental Hyundai HMP Hyundai Jaybharat Hyundai Sharayu Hyundai
Delhi	Deep Hyundai Hans Hyundai Himgiri Hyundai HMP Hyundai Samara Hyundai
Bangalore	Trident Hyundai Advaith Hyundai

Hyundai EON Company Quotes

Unveiling Hyundai EON in India, H W Park, MD and CEO, Hyundai Motors India Limited said, “Hyundai is committed to offer products with advanced technology to the Indian market. All our products confirm to global quality standards. We are confident that the EON will set a new benchmark in the Indian market with regard to styling, performance, safety and convenience. The car will provide the best-in-class design, quality and technology to our customers.”

“Hyundai understands the needs of the Indian customer, successful products as the Santro, i10, i20 and the new Fluidic Verna are perfect examples”, he further added.

"EON, with its fluidic styling and contemporary engineering, will directly hit the dated Alto and affect Maruti's fortunes," said Deepesh Rathore, Managing Director of IHS Automotive India. Added a Delhi-based CEO of an automotive company "It's an ideal buy for first time car buyers who account for 25% of the 2-million new cars sold in India," However, Maruti Suzuki, which generates a quarter of its India sales from the Alto, was unfazed by the prospect of a new challenger on its turf.

“Price positioning is a letdown. We expected it be cheaper by at least Rs. 20, 000,” said a dealer on condition of anonymity at the car’s launch on Thursday. “The car looks good in terms of design and quality, but it will be difficult to pitch the car at this price against the competition.”

A company official said it didn’t intend to compete on price. “We are not fighting on the price front,” said Arvind Saxena, Director, Marketing and Sales, Hyundai Motor India Limited. “The idea is to offer a good value proposition car in the segment that has some boxy looking cars. We aim to reach younger customers and those who are planning to make their first purchase”, he added.

Hyundai EON Competitor Analysis

Hyundai EON in India competes with Chevrolet Spark, Maruti Suzuki A-Star, Maruti Suzuki Alto, Tata Indica e V2, and Honda Brio. The EON is more affordable than most of its competitors and is sure to succeed in the low priced segment.

Chevrolet Spark is more powerful than Hyundai EON, with the engine churning out more torque than the latter. On the other hand, the rear seat of Hyundai EON can be folded, which is not the case with Spark. Another notable difference is that the Hyundai EON has 3-cylinder and 3 valves per cylinder, whereas Chevrolet Spark has 4 cylinder and 2 valves per cylinder. 

Hyundai EON and Maruti Suzuki A-Star falls in the same price range. This car has power windows, which are not present in the Era model of Hyundai EON. Power and torque of the latter is more than that of the former.

In terms of looks, Hyundai EON beats Maruti Suzuki Alto as the fine curves and exterior dimensions can impress any passerby. Maruti Suzuki Alto has more pulling power than EON and is also priced more than the latter. 

Tata Indica e V2 carries a considerably higher price tag as compared to Hyundai EON and lacks many features, such as power windows, power steering and air-conditioner, which are present in EON.

Honda Brio has various convenience features like cup holder, folding rear seats and power windows, which are not present in EON car. However, the price of Honda Brio is higher than that of the Hyundai’s new small car. 

Hyundai EON LPG / CNG version

As of now, there are no LPG/CNG versions of Hyundai EON.

Hyundai EON Pros

Price is one of the greatest advantages that might attract the average Indian customers who dream of owning a car. This vehicle has received positive ratings because of its looks. Earlier, manufacturers did not give much thought to the styling of low priced cars, but Hyundai has totally changed this mindset with the launch of its new EON. Introduced with six variants, the Hyundai EON car provides enough scope of choice to the customers. 

Hyundai EON Cons

Being a low priced car, Hyundai EON does not come with advanced comfort and safety features, which are available in the high priced hatchbacks. The car does not have power windows and power door locks, which might be a drawback for many car lovers. Furthermore, it lacks in Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and traction control, which lowers the safety level. 

Hyundai EON Conclusion

Hyundai EON, a compact car by Korean car maker, is the most recent addition to the A segment of small cars of India. The promising automotive has been placed in the price bracket of Rs. 2.69 and 3.71 Lacs, thus challenging league heavyweights like Maruti Suzuki Alto, Maruti Suzuki A-Star, Honda Brio, Chevrolet Spark and Tata Indica. In order to cater to diversified requirements of target group, Hyundai EON has been launched in six variants. With the launch of Hyundai EON, Hyundai Motor India Limited aims to increase its hold in the small-car segment, which is currently dominated by Maruti Suzuki India Limited.

The sportier variant, Hyundai EON Sportz, featuring sporty elements like 3-spoke steering wheel and metallic finish differentiates itself from other players in the segment. Moreover, the top-end variant boasts of an advanced music console, safety airbags, central locking and electric power steering as its USPs. These advanced features and the promised price tag combine to form a lucrative option for potential buyers.

Variant	Price	Key Specifications Hyundai Eon
Eon D-Lite	2,70,000/- Ex-Showroom Mumbai	Engine: 814/3, 5/M gears, Power: 56@5500, P/S, Clear headlamps,Engie immobiliser,
Eon D-Lite(o)	2,95,000/- Ex-Showroom Mumbai	Engine: 814/3, 5/M gears, Power: 56@5500, A/C, Air condition,Clear headlamps,Engie immobiliser,
Eon Era	3,15,000/- Ex-Showroom Mumbai	Engine: 814/3, 5/M gears, Power: 56@5500, A/C, P/S, Air condition,Power steering,Tinted glass, etc,Clear headlamps,Engie immobiliser,
Eon Magna	3,38,000/- Ex-Showroom Mumbai	Engine: 814/3, 5/M gears, Power: 56@5500, A/C, P/S, P/W, AC,power steering,front Power windows,body colour bumper,integrated spoiler. etc
Eon Magna(o)	3,49,000/- Ex-Showroom Mumbai	Engine: 814/3, 5/M gears, Power: 56@5500, A/C, P/S, P/W, Music system,AC,power steering,front Power windows,body colour bumper,integrated spoiler. etc
Eon Sportz	3,74,000/- Ex-Showroom Mumbai	Engine: 814/3, 5/M gears, Power: 56@5500, A/C, P/S, P/W, ABS2, Airbags, Music system,AC,power steering,front Power windows,body colour bumper,integrated spoiler. etc