The new Verna is a massive departure from its conservative past, offering radical styling and the most powerful turbo-petrol engine in its class. It is a long, low-slung sedan that finally fixes its historic rear-seat legroom issue. Buy it if you want explosive straight-line speed wrapped in a polarizing, futuristic design.
Hyundai Verna price starts at ₹ 10.98 Lakh and goes upto ₹ 18.40 Lakh (Avg. Ex-Showroom, Delhi). It is offered in 22 variants. The base model is Hyundai Verna Hx2 Mpi and the top model is Hyundai Verna Hx10 Turbo Gdi 7at (dct) Dt.
Skip the base variant as a sedan this long needs parking sensors and a reverse camera as standard, which the entry trim lacks. The mid-spec non-turbo hits the sweet spot for regular city users, providing ample comfort, the dual-screen setup, and a very refined daily drive. Stretch to the Turbo DCT variants only if you genuinely enjoy driving fast and want segment-leading acceleration; the performance jump is massive, but it comes with a significantly higher price tag and slightly lower city mileage.
Owners of the Turbo variants are thrilled with the sheer straight-line acceleration, often surprising more expensive cars on the highway. The tech features like ventilated seats receive high praise. However, after a year of ownership, the low seating position and scraping the underbelly on unscientific village speed breakers become a recurring frustration.
For the top Turbo variants, expect first-year comprehensive insurance to align with standard segment rates.
It takes a few days to get used to, but the interface is snappy and clear, minimizing distraction once familiar.
Yes, with a full load of passengers, you must drive diagonally over large, unscientific speed bumps to avoid scraping.
You might regret it if you prefer a classic, understated design and a naturally aspirated engine, but the Verna destroys the City in raw speed.
Routine annual service will typically feature affordable annual servicing and standard segment maintenance costs.
Wait times are generally reasonable, usually between 3 to 6 weeks.
The turbo engine is sensitive to driving style; expect 10-12 kmpl in the city and up to 16 kmpl on the highway.
Sedans depreciate slightly faster than SUVs, but expect a respectable 55-60% retention over 5 years.
Yes, with standard 6 airbags and ADAS on higher trims, it offers a secure and planted highway experience.
