In the run-up to the Real Driving Emission (RDE) norms that come into impact from April 2023, Hyundai India has made a long list of changes to nearly its entire SUV and vehicle line-up, which consists of designs like the Grand i10 Nios, Aura, i20, Venue and likewise the popular Creta.We tell you what has actually been stopped, what has been updated and what will be all-new from Hyundais stable in the coming months.Grand i10 Nios, Aura get facelifts with updated engines i20 diesel has actually been terminated Venue gets a more powerful diesel engine Creta 1.4-litre turbo to be changed by brand-new 1.5 turboAll-new Verna to introduce with upgraded engines, no diesel Alcazar, Tucson see no changes for nowHyundai Grand i10 Nios, Aura Whats in: The Grand i10 Nios hatchback and Aura compact sedan were upgraded with a mid-lifecycle facelift in January, in which they also received RDE- and E20 fuel-compliant engines. The brand-new Aura has been priced between Rs 6.29 lakh-8.73 lakh, both costs ex-showroom, Delhi.Hyundai i20Whats in: The i20 will now come with two gas engines– an 83hp, 1.2-litre NA petrol mated to either a 5-speed manual or a CVT transmission, and a 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine thats exclusively offered with a 7-speed DCT transmission. Theres an 83hp, 1.2-litre NA fuel engine, mated solely to a manual transmission; a 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine mated either to an 6-speed iMT or a 7-speed DCT transmission; and a brand-new 115hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine thats likewise offered only with a manual transmission– all of which are RDE- and E20 fuel-compliant. The Creta gas is currently priced in between Rs 10.84 lakh-18.34 lakh, while the diesel variations are priced between Rs 11.89 lakh-19.13 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi.All-new Hyundai Verna Whats in: Hyundai just recently teased the new-gen Verna for India, opened bookings for the very same and also verified that it will be used with 2 fuel engines– the 115hp, 1.5-litre NA gas engine will be carried over as is, mated to either a manual or a CVT automatic transmission. The Alcazar gets a 159hp, 2.0-litre fuel engine and a 115hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine.

Apart from the required mechanical updates, Hyundai has actually introduced facelifts, alternative rejigs and new features. In the run-up to the Real Driving Emission (RDE) norms that enter into effect from April 2023, Hyundai India has made a long list of modifications to almost its entire SUV and vehicle line-up, that includes models like the Grand i10 Nios, Aura, i20, Venue and also the popular Creta.We tell you what has actually been ceased, what has been updated and what will be brand new from Hyundais stable in the coming months.Grand i10 Nios, Aura get facelifts with updated engines i20 diesel has been terminated Venue gets a more powerful diesel motor Creta 1.4-litre turbo to be changed by brand-new 1.5 turboAll-new Verna to launch with upgraded engines, no diesel Alcazar, Tucson see no modifications for nowHyundai Grand i10 Nios, Aura Whats in: The Grand i10 Nios hatchback and Aura compact sedan were updated with a mid-lifecycle facelift in January, in which they also received RDE- and E20 fuel-compliant engines. Both models are currently available with a sole 83hp, 1.2-litre NA petrol engine with either manual or AMT gearboxes. The very same engine is likewise readily available in CNG guise where it produces 69hp. Whats out: The facelifted Nios and Aura are no longer readily available with the 100hp, 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine as, according to sources, Hyundai plans to reserve this engine for the more pricey designs in its line-up. Price: The facelifted Nios has actually been priced between Rs 5.69 lakh-8.47 lakh. The brand-new Aura has actually been priced in between Rs 6.29 lakh-8.73 lakh, both prices ex-showroom, Delhi.Hyundai i20Whats in: The i20 will now come with 2 gas engines– an 83hp, 1.2-litre NA fuel mated to either a 5-speed handbook or a CVT gearbox, and a 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine thats exclusively used with a 7-speed DCT transmission. Both these engines will be made RDE- and E20-fuel compliant soon, the latter of which is also offered on the i20 N Line. Whats out: Hyundai has actually formally delisted the diesel variations of the i20. The 100hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine was used on the Magna, Sportz and Asta (O) trims. It, however, barely added to sales, which is why Hyundai picked not to upgrade this engine in the i20. The carmaker likewise just recently stopped the turbo-petrol iMT versions of the i20.Price: With a recent hike of approximately Rs 21,500, rates for the i20 gas presently range in between Rs 7.19 lakh-11.68 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Hyundai Venue, Venue N LineWhats in: The Venue is presently available with three engine choices. Theres an 83hp, 1.2-litre NA petrol engine, mated solely to a manual gearbox; a 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine mated either to an 6-speed iMT or a 7-speed DCT transmission; and a brand-new 115hp, 1.5-litre diesel motor thats also provided only with a manual transmission– all of which are RDE- and E20 fuel-compliant. The Venue likewise got an upgrade to the safety list with more airbags in the lower trims and engine start/stop function as standard. The very same is likewise appropriate to the sporty gas N Line variants.Importantly, the 1.5 diesel mill on the Venue was updated to now produce 115hp, 250Nm– up from 100hp, 240Nm. Due to the fact that the engine now utilizes a variable geometry turbo (VGT) instead of the repaired geometry turbo (FGT) that was available on the previous unit, thats. This not only aids with RDE compliance but likewise combines the 1.5 diesel mill in a single state-of-tune across all the Hyundai-Kia designs its used in.Price: With all the aforementioned mechanical and safety upgrades, the Venue has actually seen a price walking in the variety of Rs 6,000-Rs 51,000. The Venue petrol is presently priced in between Rs 7.68 lakh-12.96 lakh, while the diesel variants are priced between Rs 10.39 lakh-12.92 lakh. Prices for the N Line versions have actually also increased by Rs 30,000, now ranging between Rs 12.60 lakh-13.59 lakh, all prices ex-showroom, Delhi.Hyundai CretaWhats in: While a mid-life facelift is still awaited, the Creta also got its RDE and E20 fuel-compliant engines previously this month. Its now readily available with 115hp, 1.5-litre NA petrol and diesel engines, mated to either handbook, CVT or torque converter automatic transmissions. It also got an update on the security front with 6 airbags and ESC being made basic across the range.Whats out: We had previously reported that Hyundai was to cease the 140hp, 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine on the Creta. Our dealership sources have actually now confirmed that reservations for the Creta 1.4-litre turbo are not being taken any longer. When Hyundai released the upgraded Creta with RDE- and E20 fuel-compliant engines, the turbo-petrol versions oddly did not bring any cost hike. This recommends the 1.4-litre unit was not updated to satisfy the stricter emission standards as it would quickly be replaced by a brand-new and more powerful 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit.Price: Prices for the Creta were treked by Rs 20,000-Rs 45,000 with the RDE upgrade. The Creta fuel is presently priced in between Rs 10.84 lakh-18.34 lakh, while the diesel versions are priced between Rs 11.89 lakh-19.13 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi.All-new Hyundai Verna Whats in: Hyundai recently teased the new-gen Verna for India, opened reservations for the very same and also verified that it will be provided with 2 fuel engines– the 115hp, 1.5-litre NA petrol engine will be rollovered as is, mated to either a manual or a CVT automatic transmission. There will likewise be an all-new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine (very same as the one discussed above for the Creta) thats anticipated to make its India launching on the Verna prior to being rolled out to the rest of the Hyundai-Kia line-up. This engine will likely produce around 160hp and will come mated to manual or 7-speed DCT transmissions. The upcoming Verna is an all-new generation, which implies it will be entirely brand-new inside and out.Whats out: Hyundai will, nevertheless, not be using the 1.5 diesel mill on the new-gen Verna as diesels barely offer in the sedan section. The Verna will, therefore, sit in a petrol-only sector as the Honda City will likewise lose its diesel motor soon.Hyundai Alcazar made RDE complaint; Tucson stays the same Hyundai also updated the Alcazar for RDE and E20 fuel compliance just recently. There were no major modifications to the line-up, however 6 airbags and engine start/stop functionality were made standard throughout the range. The Alcazar gets a 159hp, 2.0-litre petrol engine and a 115hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine. Both are mated to either a 6-speed handbook or a 6-speed automated gearbox.Meanwhile, the flagship Tucson was currently futureproofed considering that its launch in August last year.Also See: Hyundai Creta EV in the works