Hyundai Xcent

The Xcent is an entry level by the Korean carmaker Hyundai. The Xcent is built on the same platform as that of the Grand i10 hatchback. The new generation model look more premium and grown up.

EXTERIOR
The front fascia of the Xcent has been redesigned and the cascading grille design with chrome finishing, which makes it look different from its hatchback sibling, the Grande i10 hatchback. The overall quality, fit and finish are exemplary inside out. The side profile is identical to that of the previous gen model, but the rear gets a makeover, with wrap-around tail lamp units. The redesigned front bumper gives the Xcent a premium look, along with integrated DRLs.

INTERIOR
The inside of the Xcent features same updates as the Grande i10, which includes a new 7 inch touchscreen infotainment unit, with a crisp display and intuitive use. The steering wheel also features a new voice command button. Apart from that, the Xcent retains the same large boot and spacious cabin with 9 touches like a rear AC vent and a cooled glove-box.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION, RIDE & HANDLING, BRAKING & SAFETY
The Xcent is offered in both petrol and diesel options.
The 1.2L VTVT E MPFI petrol engine churns out 83ps of maximum power and a peak torque of 114Nm, and comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox. The diesel trim is powered by 1.2L CRDi E motor that produces 75Ps of power and a peak torque of 190Nm, and comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.
The ride quality in the Xcent is comfortable and the handling is predictable. The ride and handling are mostly similar to that of the Grande i10 with subtle changes to the suspension layout. The seats are firm and comfortable, with ample of leg/shoulder/head room in both the rows.
Also, the braking is quite good with ventilated disc front brakes and drum brakes at the rear.
Hyundai has loaded the Xcent with features, which include a new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which supports Apple CarPlay, AndroidAuto and MirrorLink, and also doubles up as a display for the reversing camera. All the controls are ergonomically designed, along with a newly added voice command button on the steering wheel. Other features include automatic climate control, auto dimming IRVM, keyless entry, cooled glove-box, rear AC vents, and more.
On the safety front, the Sunny features ABS with EBD as standard, dual front airbags, fog lamps, engine immobilizer and a rear defogger.

CONCLUSION
The feature loaded Xcent is the perfect package and it does seem better equipped to take in the competition. Priced between the range of Rs. 5.38 lakhs to Rs. 8.42 lakhs, the Xcent competes with the likes of Tata Tigor and Maruti Suzuki Dzire.