Verna is Hyundai’s petrol sedan with a choice between a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre engine and a more powerful 1.5-litre turbo. The current manufacturer listing uses HX trim names and includes equipment changes that should not be confused with older Verna brochures.

Hyundai Verna: 2020 previous-generation model; current design differs. Reference image; not a promise of current variant appearance.
Hyundai Verna: 2020 previous-generation model; current design differs. Reference image; not a promise of current variant appearance. · The Drivers Hub · CC BY 3.0 · Original file · Wikimedia thumbnail resized for display; no editorial alterations.

Current manufacturer listing; a new-launch date has not been independently verified for this article.

Technical specifications

Dimensions 4,565 × 1,765 × 1,475 mm ↗
Fuel tank 45 L ↗
Drive Front-wheel drive ↗
Doors 4 ↗
MPi output 115 PS at 6,300 rpm ↗
MPi torque 143.8 Nm at 4,500 rpm ↗
Turbo output 160 PS at 5,500 rpm ↗
Turbo torque 253 Nm at 1,500–3,500 rpm ↗
Gearbox types listed 6MT / IVT / 7DCT; confirm pairing ↗

Two petrol engines, different responses

The MPi engine’s maximum torque arrives at 4,500 rpm, while the turbo’s quoted 253 Nm spans 1,500–3,500 rpm. That difference describes where each engine develops its strongest pulling force; it is more useful than comparing only the shared 1.5-litre capacity. A back-to-back demonstration should include normal part-throttle driving. This article does not infer a measured acceleration time or a real-world mileage figure from those engine ratings.

Select transmission with the engine

The official page lists six-speed manual, IVT and seven-speed DCT transmissions. These choices must be matched to the exact engine and trim on a written specification sheet. For a commuter, low-speed controllability and the ease of manoeuvring into a tight space may matter more than a promotional performance claim. For a manual buyer, check clutch reach and driving position before selecting a higher equipment grade.

Sedan length and cabin access

The current listed length is 4,565 mm, with a height of 1,475 mm. This is a lower sedan silhouette, so an older family member’s entry and exit deserve a practical check. Measure parking depth as well as width and test the luggage opening with your usual bags. A dimensional comparison cannot by itself establish rear-seat comfort, because front-seat position and the passenger’s height also matter.

Equipment that needs a trim check

The advertised package includes paired 10.25-inch displays, a Bose eight-speaker system, a surround-view monitor and an electrically adjustable driver seat with memory. A marketing highlights page describes the range rather than guaranteeing these items in HX 2. Separate features that improve your daily use from those you may rarely touch, and obtain the exact feature matrix before paying for a higher grade.

Safety equipment and assessment

The current highlights mention seven airbags, electronic stability control, ISOFIX and a tyre-pressure monitoring system. Confirm applicability to the exact vehicle rather than transferring a rating from an older model or another market. During inspection, check child-seat installation points and the visibility of warning indicators. Airbags complement correctly used seatbelts; their number alone does not describe every aspect of occupant protection.

Price and ownership questions

A useful Verna quotation states HX grade, engine, transmission and paint choice before giving the total. Ask which accessories are optional and whether insurance quotes use matching coverage. For the turbo and DCT combination, read the manufacturer’s recommended driving and service instructions rather than importing advice from a different gearbox. No state tax percentage or verified statewide on-road total is invented in this article.

Features and equipment

  • Seven airbags advertised; verify exact trim
  • Surround-view monitor advertised
  • Eight-speaker Bose system on applicable trim

Strengths and points to check

Strengths

  • Distinct naturally aspirated and turbo choices
  • Broad advertised comfort and safety equipment

Considerations

  • Higher equipment must be checked by HX grade
  • Longer sedan body requires parking-depth check

Editorial interpretation of published specifications, not a hands-on road test.

Variants, price and state-wise quotation

Variant / configuration Price context
HX 2 —
Variant-specific price not verified. Request a dated local quotation. · ↗
HX 4 —
Variant-specific price not verified. Request a dated local quotation. · ↗
HX 6 —
Variant-specific price not verified. Request a dated local quotation. · ↗
HX 6+ —
Variant-specific price not verified. Request a dated local quotation. · ↗
HX 8 —
Variant-specific price not verified. Request a dated local quotation. · ↗
HX 10 —
Variant-specific price not verified. Request a dated local quotation. · ↗

State-wise ex-showroom and on-road quotes are not verified for this model. The amount can depend on city, variant, insurance and registration. Select your state in the calculator and enter an itemised local quotation; no automatic tax rate or subsidy is assumed.

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Sources and editorial notes

Specifications are manufacturer claims and may differ by trim. Published information can change; confirm the exact vehicle before making a decision.

Information still to verify
  • Verified local variant prices and on-road breakdown
  • Licensed current-generation photographs
  • Full trim-by-trim equipment confirmation
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