Hyundai Grand i10 Magna gets automatic gearbox

Hyundai has been amending its model line-up in India with the addition and deletion of trim levels, and revision of features on many of its older models. One of the recent revisions was made on the Grand i10 which saw the deletion of the top Asta trim, and the addition of driver airbag on all other trim levels.

The revisions did affect certain key features, including the four-speed automatic gearbox which was offered on the variants. Previously available in the Asta and Sportz trims, Hyundai seemingly discontinued both automatic variants. However, the carmaker did not stop production of the automatic Grand i10, but moved the gearbox option to the top Asta (O) trim.

Now, the manufacturer has silently introduced the gearbox in the lower Magna trim which offers the option of pairing the 1.2-litre petrol engine to the four-speed unit.

The Grand i10 Magna automatic is priced at Rs 5.95 lakh, while the top spec Asta (O) automatic is priced at Rs 6.84 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

In the segment, the Grand i10's only rival is the Nissan Micra that gets the option of a CVT automatic gearbox on the top two trims. Other alternatives to the Grand i10 include the similarly priced Honda Brio automatic – a five-speed automatic unit – and the more expensive Maruti Baleno CVT.

The automaker, however, has discontinued the Grand i10 LPG variant. The LPG variant, which was available in the Magna trim, was the only model in the line-up to use a 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine capable of running on petrol and LPG.

Apart from these modifications, Hyundai also recently introduced a special edition of the Grand i10 alongside a special-edition Xcent to celebrate the company’s 20 year anniversary in India. Both models received minor tweaks to the exterior to set it apart from the standard model, while inside they featured red and black dual-tone upholstery and a 6.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system.