Hyundai Eon 1.0 Kappa review, test drive

The Hyundai Eon is now available with a larger 1.0-litre engine. Does the new engine work to enhance the Eon’s appeal?

Published on Jun 17, 2014 04:30:00 AM

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Hyundai Eon 1.0 Kappa review, test drive

Just wish Hyundai had worked on the steering too. While adequately light and easy to twirl, it just doesn’t weigh up enough at higher speeds. In addition to this, the soft suspension and basic chassis don’t do the Eon any favours either. As a result, the Eon tends to pitch and roll about at speeds above 80kph or so and this marks it down as a car for long distances. But stick to city speeds and the Eon will satisfy you with its ability to smoothen bumps, and quietly at that.

Leading the list of other things to like about the Eon is its cabin. Smartly thought out and very well finished, the cabin looks like it belongs to a more expensive car. Front seat comfort is good (though the headrests are a tad short) and all controls fall easy to hand. However, space in the back is just average even for this class of car and some may even find the back rest a bit too reclined for comfort. No complaints for the boot though which can take in quite a bit of luggage.

Hyundai sells the Eon 1.0 in a single variant – Magna + - and it comes with front power windows, keyless entry and internally adjustable rear view mirrors. A fully integrated music system with USB and aux input is also available as a paid option. But there’s no steering adjust or tachometer.