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    Hyundai Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] Summary

    Hyundai Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] is the top model in the Santro lineup and the price of Santro top model is Rs. 5.72 Lakh. It gives a mileage of 20.3 kmpl. Hyundai Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] is available in Automatic (AMT) transmission and offered in 5 colours: Titan Grey, Fiery Red, Typhoon Silver, Imperial Beige and Polar White.

    Hyundai Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] Review

    The name Santro automatically reminds me of the 'sunshine' car and its advertisements with Shahrukh Khan. Over 20 years ago, Hyundai, a Korean carmaker and very new to the Indian market, brought in a car that went on to set new trends. It was the Santro that promoted the ‘tall-boy design’ and many new features for an entry-level car. Fog lamps, power windows and tech like fuel-injection with power steering was revolutionary for our market. And then, the Santro was updated a few times before it was finally discontinued in 2014. However, it's now back with drastic changes made necessary by changing times.

    Introduction

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    The name Santro automatically reminds me of the 'sunshine' car and its advertisements with Shahrukh Khan. Over 20 years ago, Hyundai, a Korean carmaker and very new to the Indian market, brought in a car that went on to set new trends. It was the Santro that promoted the ‘tall-boy design’ and many new features for an entry-level car. Fog lamps, power windows and tech like fuel-injection with power steering was revolutionary for our market. And then, the Santro was updated a few times before it was finally discontinued in 2014. However, it's now back with drastic changes made necessary by changing times.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    The new Santro is now bigger, modern and more feature-rich than its predecessor. It holds a promise of being way better than before and up-to-date against the competition. It’s slotted between the Eon and the Grand i10 in Hyundai's line-up and is offered in nine variants, including CNG, petrol manual and automatic trims. We've sampled the top-end Asta petrol manual and Sportz AMT variant here in this road test, to find out if the car still has the potential to attract a first-time car buyer.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Design and style

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    For starters, it needs to be said that the 2018 Santro is not based on the i10. In fact, this car is underpinned by the chassis of a heavily modified version of the Grand i10. On the design front, the Santro retains the signature tall-boy design even if it isn't as tall as the old Santro. But the styling has evolved to a modish one with a new front end, swept back headlights and a cascading grille that merges into the fog lamp bezels. The bumper is nicely sculpted, but the black cladding doesn't really help in making a very fashionable statement. On the sides, the absence of alloys again make the car look ordinary, but the creases around the wheel arches add some variation. Thankfully, the kink on the beltline doesn't look odd, but we would have appreciated if the rear design with simple tail lamps had been made more interesting.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Interior

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    It’s a tastefully designed cabin that greets you upon entry into the Santro. The entire layout and the dual tone of black and beige looks pleasant, especially with a touch of champagne gold for inserts. Do note that the Diana green Santro gets an exclusive all-black interior with green accents that looks funky too. The rubberised buttons below the music system, smooth knobs and plastic buttons also feel nice to hold/touch. Furthermore, the part-analog and part-digital instrument cluster, high placement of a large touch screen, Mercedes-styled air vents, etc., all of these make the Santro an interesting car to be in.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    But I still wonder why Hyundai missed out on a chrome logo on the steering wheel and a lock button for the doors. Also, the air-con controls still feel basic. Besides, owners are going to take some time to get used to the power window buttons placed on the centre console which, again, aren’t backlit. Even so, given the fit and finish, good quality of materials and the way all things are in place, it surely feels like it comes from a segment higher rather than appearing to be any ordinary entry-level hatchback. 

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Needless to say, the tall-boy design helps in easy ingress and egress from the car. However, the absence of seat height and steering adjust might be a deal-breaker for prospective buyers who are very tall. Average-sized adults might like the high seat position with great frontal visibility, however, tall guys won’t be able to find the perfect driving position especially with the steering set low. Nonetheless, the large rear windshield has good rear visibility and the kink on the rear window has helped clear a good view of the road for rear occupants.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    The new Santro is also wider than the older model, so shoulder room has been well taken care of, and this is evident now with three individuals easily fitting onto the flat bench in the second row. The cabin is spacious with good legroom and headroom, while the slim seats have helped in liberating more space. Mind you though, despite being slim, these are well padded and contoured to provide adequate back and thigh support, thus also adding to comfort. Interestingly, these are part faux leather and fabric which serve both purposes – practicality and feel-good factor.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    The Santro also takes care of all your storage needs efficiently with a well thought out stowage slot on the dashboard for phones, a large glove-box, big bottle holders etc. The boot space at 235litres remains average, but it can be expanded thanks to the rear seat falling almost flat. However, loading luggage becomes tedious due to the high loading lip and an intrusive parcel tray without strings attached to the boot-lid.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Safety and equipment

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Hyundai has used a fair amount of high strength steel in its construction. This makes the car ready for the crash norms that kick in this year. It already meets the pedestrian safety norms and every trim is equipped with ABS with EBD and a driver-side airbag as standard. In fact, the top-end Asta trim also gets an additional passenger side airbag. Other safety features like an immobiliser and child safety door locks are standard, but only the top-end variants benefit from central locking, rear defogger, keyless entry, speed sensing and impact sensing auto-door lock/unlock.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Then when it comes to the comfort and convenience, the Santro boasts of some first-in-segment features like rear air conditioning vents and rear parking camera (only on Asta) and a big seven-inch touch screen multi-media system with voice recognition. This unit also supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Mirrorlink. Also, the presence of electrically adjustable ORVMs with turn-indicators, steering mounted audio and telephony controls, a comprehensive trip computer, boot-opening with key, USB and 12V ports means the Santro scores quite well. What it could do with, however, is parking sensors on the lower trims at least, if not the same reversing camera from the Asta. Also, a nice set of alloy wheels for which buyers will have to resort to the after-market.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Engine, Performance and Braking

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Unlike the competition (read as Tiago, WagonR and Celerio) powered by a three-cylinder engine, the Santro uses a 1.1-litre four-cylinder mill producing 69bhp and 99Nm of torque. Hyundai intended to provide better performance, drivability and low vibrations, which we must say they have majorly succeeded at. This 1,086cc engine is silent at idling and builds revs quickly. Our only gripe here is about how the engine makes itself audible at high revs even though it is so refined. But then, one wouldn't be revving more than 3,000rpm as there's enough torque on tap to march along with the traffic or sprint ahead of vehicles. Matching the punchy mid-range is a good low end grunt which allows the gearbox to lug in the same gear without the need for it to constantly downshift.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    We've already spoken about the five-speed manual version in detail in our first drive. We liked its light clutch, smooth gear shifts and short gear throws. Likewise, the AMT version here impressed us even more by making the drive an easier affair. This Smart Auto AMT has debuted with the Santro and is developed in-house by Hyundai. Unlike traditional AMTs, this one uses an electric actuator that employs an electric motor for gear-shifting and the clutch operation. There's a separate control unit to aid in smoother shifting of gears, a faster actuator response and provides better durability as compared to a hydraulic actuator. As soon as you slot it in 'D' and let go of the brake pedal, the creep mode helps in slowly moving the car forward, albeit with a slight delay. A very handy tool while in bumper-to-bumper traffic, especially for new car drivers. To negate the AMT lag, engineers have smoothened out the gear shifting to an extent that although it may not feel very quick to shift, the head-nod affect is almost negligible. And I liked it. 

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    After hooking up our V-Box to test it, we realised this Santro is more-or-less at par with the segment rivals as it reached 100kmph in 16.87 seconds. Plus, the light 910 kg helps it attain the 20-80kmph in kickdown in 10.33 seconds, and 12.46 seconds for the 40-100kmph run. 

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    When it comes to braking, the Santro retains its composure and comes to a halt from 100kmph in 2.95 seconds/42.39 metres. Yes, there's good stopping power from this setup along with good grip from the Hankook rubber that’s shod on the 14-inch steel rims. Still, a little more initial feedback from the brakes would have been welcomed.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Ride and Handling

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    The Santro gets a McPherson strut in the front and a coupled torsion beam axle at the rear. This suspension is nicely set up to soak up small bumps, potholes and ruts with ease. This is the case especially at slow speeds where the ride quality is absorbent and pliant and keeps all the occupants comfortable. However, one just has to be a little careful with bigger bumps and sharp edge potholes, especially at higher speeds as the jolts are not only audible in the cabin, but they might also unsettle the car. Having said that, the high speed ride isn't exactly flat, as even small undulations make the ride bouncy (especially at the rear). So expect passengers to complain about the springy ride out on the highway.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Thankfully, the body roll is still well controlled. It doesn't make you feel nervous while making quick directional changes. Also, the steering weighs up nicely, despite there being some artificial response. And what’s more, the steering is light enough to make driving easier in the city or whilst parking. In a nutshell, the Santro's handling is predictable and won't throw any unpleasant surprises, thus making it a very safe car to drive.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    Price and Fuel Economy

    The base-variant D-lite is priced at Rs 4.5 lakhs on-road in Mumbai. Meanwhile, both these top-end Asta and Sportz AMT variants are similarly priced, retailing at around Rs 6.5 lakhs on-road in Mumbai. This pricing might not look affordable for an entry-level car, but it feels just about convincing for what the Santro packs in as a package.

    2018 Hyundai Santro Road Test

    As for the fuel economy under our testing cycle, the Santro AMT delivered 13.54kmpl in the city and 19.31kmpl on the highway, which is slightly less than the ARAI-tested 20.3kmpl, but still acceptable given the ease of driving it provides. In all, the Santro's lightweight surely has a big role to play for these economic runs.

    Specifications

    CAR NAMEHyundai Santro
    		Hyundai Santro
    VariantSportz Petrol AMTAsta Petrol Manual

    Test Data

    CAR NAMEHyundai SantroHyundai Santro
    VariantSportz Petrol AMTAsta Petrol manual
    PERFORMANCE & BRAKING
    0-20kmph1.76s1.18s
    0-40kmph3.64s3.29s
    0-60kmph7.36s6.47s
    0-80kmph11.64s10.24s
    0-100kmph16.87s15.43s
    0-120kmph25.08s22.80s
    20-80kmph in kickdown/3rd gear10.33s14.84s
    40-100kmph in kickdown/4th gear12.46s21.78s
    80-0kmph25.86m25.86m
    FUEL ECONOMY
    City13.54kmpl12.7kmpl
    Highway19.31kmpl16.8kmpl
    Tank size35 litres35 litres
    Range490.0km435.0km
    INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS
    Front
    Legroom(Max/min)820/650mm820/650mm
    Headroom990mm990mm
    Shoulder room1270mm1270mm
    Backrest height600mm600mm
    Rear
    Legroom(Max/min)820/630mm820/630mm
    Ideal legroom720mm720mm
    Headroom940mm940mm
    Shoulder room1240mm1240mm
    Seat base length490mm490mm
    Backrest height610mm610mm
    Boot250 litres250 litres
    Length/width/height580/1050/530mm580/1050/530mm
    Loading lip height760mm760mm

    Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] Specifications & Features

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        Specifications

        • Engine & Transmission

          • Engine
            1086 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 3 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

            Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.

          • Fuel Type
            Petrol

            All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

          • Max Power (bhp@rpm)
            68 bhp @ 5500 rpm

            Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.

            Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.

          • Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
            99 Nm @ 4500 rpm

            Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.

            The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.

          • Mileage (ARAI)
            20.3 kmpl

            This is the maximum fuel efficiency that an engine gives. All numbers are provided by the manufacturer based on tests conducted and specified by the standards of the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India)

            Such fuel efficiency attained while driving in special conditions makes it unlikely to get it in real-world conditions

          • Drivetrain
            FWD

            Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.

            Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).

          • Transmission
            AMT - 5 Gears

            Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels

            A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.

          • Emission Standard
            BS 4

            Set by the Indian Government, this governs the amount of air pollutants released by cars to make the atmosphere safer for humans.

        • Dimensions & Weight

          • Length
            3610 mm

            The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.

            Length
            • Length: 3610

            Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

          • Width
            1645 mm

            A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

            Width
            • Width: 1645

            Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

          • Height
            1560 mm

            The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

            Height
            • Height: 1560

            Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.

          • Wheelbase
            2400 mm

            The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

            Wheelbase
            • Wheelbase: 2400

            The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

        • Capacity

          • Doors
            5 Doors

            The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.

            Doors
            • Doors: 5
          • Seating Capacity
            5 Person

            The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

            Seating Capacity
            • Seating Capacity: 5
          • No of Rows
            2 Rows

            Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.

          • Bootspace
            235 litres

            Boot space defines how practical the car is with respect to how much luggage it can carry.

            Bootspace
            • Bootspace: 235

            A boot with a large and wide opening is ideal for loading heavy items. Additionally, a lower loading height also makes it easy to put in luggage.

          • Fuel Tank Capacity
            35 litres

            The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.

            If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.

        • Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

          • Front Suspension
            McPherson strut

            Almost all cars in India use an independent front suspension which is usually the MacPherson Strut type.

          • Rear Suspension
            Coupled torsion beam axle

            The rear suspension can either be non-independent or independent.

            Most of the budget cars have non-independent suspension while the more expensive ones get independent rear suspension which offers better bump absorption.

          • Front Brake Type
            Disc

            Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.

            - The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.

          • Rear Brake Type
            Drum

            In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.

            Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.

          • Steering Type
            Power assisted (Electric)

            Almost all steering systems in cars today have an assist to help park them better at low speeds - these can be hydraulic, electro-hydraulic or electric.

          • Wheels
            Steel Rims

            The wheels used on cars are either steel rims with plastic wheel cover hub or alloy wheels on higher spec models or expensive cars.

            Razor cut, or diamond cut alloy wheel design are not getting more popular. Manufacturers usually offer these in top-end trim of their car models.

          • Spare Wheel
            Steel

            Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.

            Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.

          • Front Tyres
            165 / 70 R14

            The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

          • Rear Tyres
            165 / 70 R14

            The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

        Features

        • Safety

          • Overspeed Warning
            -

            Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph

          • Puncture Repair Kit
            -

            These enable users to repair a puncture effortlessly, saving the time/effort involved in replacing it with the spare wheel

            Avoid driving on a flat/deflated wheel too long as it can cause expensive repairs

          • NCAP Rating
            -

            The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world

          • Airbags
            -
          • Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
            No

            Safer three-point seatbelts for passengers seated in the middle of the second row of seats.

            Budget cars are usually fitted with more economical lap belts for the middle-occupant.

          • Rear Middle Head Rest
            No

            A headrest for the middle occupant of the second-row of seats.

            Budget cars are usually not offered with headrests for the middle occupant of the second-row to save on costs. Headrests are instrumental in reducing whiplash injuries in case of an accident

          • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
            No

            A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.

            For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs

          • Child Seat Anchor Points
            No

            Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash

            ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard

          • Seat Belt Warning
            Yes

            Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.

            Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.

        • Braking & Traction

          • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
            Yes

            An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)

            ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard

          • Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
            Yes

            An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible

          • Brake Assist (BA)
            No

            A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker

            Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker

          • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
            No

            System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.

            ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.

          • Hill Hold Control
            No

            A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope

          • Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
            No

            This system cuts power to those wheels that are spinning without grip/traction

            Given the option, keep traction control on all the time.

        • Locks & Security

          • Engine Immobiliser
            Yes

            A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present

          • Central Locking
            Remote

            This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

          • Speed Sensing Door Lock
            No

            This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed

            A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors

          • Child Safety Lock
            Yes

            Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

        • Comfort & Convenience

          • Air Conditioner
            Yes (Manual)

            The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin

            Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.

          • Front AC
            Common Fan Speed Control
          • Rear AC
            Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
          • Heater
            Yes

            This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

          • Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
            No

            Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

          • Cabin Boot Access
            No

            The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car

          • Anti-glare Mirrors
            Manual - Internal Only

            These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you

            Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy

          • Parking Assist
            Reverse Camera with Guidance

            A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras

            It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots

          • Parking Sensors
            Rear

            Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking

            It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces

          • Cruise Control
            No

            A system that automatically controls the speed of the car

          • Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
            No

            An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on

          • Keyless Start/ Button Start
            No

            When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.

            Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.

          • Steering Adjustment
            No

            A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement

            When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position

          • 12V Power Outlets
            Yes

            This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug

            It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!

        • Telematics

          • Find My Car
            -

            An app based feature that allows one to find where their car is located/parked

          • Check Vehicle Status via App
            -

            The requisite app will provide information regarding various functions such as speed and fuel alerts

          • Geo-fence
            -

            A service that triggers actions like notifications and security alerts when a car enters/leaves a set location

          • Remote AC: On / Off via App
            -

            The smartphone app turns on the car's AC to attain the required cabin temperature even before one boards it

            More so comes in handy when cabin temperatures are extreme before you board the vehicle

          • Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
            -

            The smartphone app allows one to remotely lock/unlock the car's doors from just about anywhere

            This function is helpful when the key fob isn't working properly

          • Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
            -

            The smartphone app sounds the horn and flashes the headlights of your car so that you can locate it

        • Seats & Upholstery

          • Driver Seat Adjustment
            4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
          • Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
            4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back)
          • Rear Row Seat Adjustment
            -

            Rear seat adjustments make for an enlarged luggage space when there's lots of baggage to haul.

          • Seat Upholstery
            Fabric

            When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

          • Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
            No

            Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel

          • Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
            No
          • Driver Armrest
            No

            The armrest located between the front passengers which helps comfort the driver's arm while driving

          • Rear Passenger Seat Type
            Bench
          • Interiors
            Dual Tone

            Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

          • Interior Colours
            Beige & Black

            The various color shades used within the cabin

          • Rear Armrest
            No
          • Folding Rear Seat
            Full

            Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality

          • Split Rear Seat
            No

            Sections of the rear seat are capable of being folded down separately

            This function bumps up practicality as the boot space increases when required.

          • Front Seatback Pockets
            Yes

            The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

          • Headrests
            Front & Rear

            The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

        • Storage

          • Cup Holders
            Front & Rear
          • Driver Armrest Storage
            No

            The storage space within the armrest that's located between the front passengers

          • Cooled Glovebox
            No

            A feature where cool air from the air-conditioner is diverted to the glovebox

          • Sunglass Holder
            No

        • Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

          • ORVM Colour
            Body Coloured

            Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle

            Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.

          • Scuff Plates
            -

            This is fitted where the door meets the frame to protect it from scratches and dust

            Not using scuff plates may result in the door sill giving away prematurely.

          • Power Windows
            Front & Rear

            When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch

            In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen

          • One Touch Down
            Driver

            This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button

            This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

          • One Touch Up
            No

            This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button

            This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

          • Adjustable ORVMs
            Electrically Adjustable

            Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement

            Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.

          • Turn Indicators on ORVMs
            Yes

            Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility

          • Rear Defogger
            Yes

            A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility

            Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.

          • Rear Wiper
            No

            Although a seemingly minuscule feature, it negates the hatchback's/SUV's inherent ability to retain dirt/water on the rear windscreen.

          • Exterior Door Handles
            Body Coloured
          • Rain-sensing Wipers
            No

            When the system detects water droplets on the windshield, it activates the wipers to improve driver visibility

            This feature can be intrusive especially while you are negotiating a tricky bend at a higher speed

          • Interior Door Handles
            Chrome
          • Door Pockets
            Front & Rear
          • Side Window Blinds
            No

            These protective shields keep the sun's rays from affecting the occupants

            With restrictions on darker sun films, these blinds are a huge relief on sunny days.

          • Bootlid Opener
            Internal

            The various methods of opening the boot lid

        • Exterior

          • Sunroof / Moonroof
            No

            Ensure the sunroof is closed before exiting the vehicle to prevent dirt/rain from entering the cabin

          • Roof-mounted Antenna
            Yes

            The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations

          • Body-coloured Bumpers
            Yes

            Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

          • Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
            No
          • Body Kit
            No

            Functional or purely aesthetic parts added to the car's body such as side skirts and roof/bonnet scoops

          • Rub-strips
            No

            A strip of rubber fitted to the sides of the car's doors or bumpers to prevent dents and dings

            Opt for quality strips because the cheaper ones tend to come off too soon/look shabby.

        • Lighting

          • Headlights
            Halogen
          • Automatic Headlamps
            No

            Such headlights automatically switch on and off when they sense bright or dark driving conditions

            Keeping them switched on at all times gives the user the best results

          • Follow Me Home Headlamps
            No

            The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings

          • Cornering Headlights
            No

            These lights turn left and right based on steering inputs to illuminate the sides of the car

          • Taillights
            Halogen

            Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

          • Daytime Running Lights
            No

            Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility

          • Fog Lights
            Halogen on front

            A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog

            The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.

          • Ambient Interior Lighting
            -

            Additional lighting apart from the roof-mounted courtesy/map lamps. These are added for a sense of style and luxury rather than utility.

          • Puddle Lamps
            No

            Incorporated into the bottom section of a car's door mirrors, they light up the ground underneath the front door when the door is unlocked

          • Cabin Lamps
            Centre
          • Light on Vanity Mirrors
            No

            A lamp that's located around the vanity mirror behind the sun visor

          • Rear Reading Lamp
            No
          • Glovebox Lamp
            No
          • Headlight Height Adjuster
            Yes

            Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

        • Instrumentation

          • Instantaneous Consumption
            Yes

            It indicates how much fuel is being used that very instant your car is moving

          • Instrument Cluster
            Analogue

            A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

          • Trip Meter
            Electronic 1 Trip
          • Average Fuel Consumption
            Yes

            The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time

            A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money

          • Average Speed
            Yes

            The total distance traveled divided by the time taken to cover that distance

            The higher the average speed, the quicker you were on that journey/trip

          • Distance to Empty
            Yes

            The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank

          • Clock
            Digital
          • Low Fuel Level Warning
            Yes

            This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

          • Door Ajar Warning
            Yes

            A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly

          • Adjustable Cluster Brightness
            No

            The brightness of the instrument cluster can be adjusted via controls

            It comes in handy to improve instrumentation visibility between day and night by toggling brightness.

          • Gear Indicator
            Yes

            It notifies the driver about which gear the car is being driven in and can also suggest down- or upshifting to improve efficiency

          • Shift Indicator
            Yes

            Notifies the driver about the optimum instances to shift gears

            It comes in handy to derive the best fuel efficiency and engine component longevity

          • Tachometer
            Analogue

            An instrument that measures engine speed in revolutions-per-minute (rpm)

            Ideally, the tachometer helps a driver know when to shift gears in a manual gearbox.

        • Entertainment, Information & Communication

          • Smart Connectivity
            Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)

            The ability to connect to the internet and communicate with smart devices to perform various functions

          • Display
            Touch-screen Display

            A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car

          • Touchscreen Size
            -
          • Integrated (in-dash) Music System
            Yes

            The music player that comes factory fitted

          • Speakers
            4

            Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system

          • Steering-mounted controls
            Yes

            The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage

          • Voice Command
            Yes

            When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features

          • GPS Navigation System
            Yes

            A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination

          • Bluetooth Compatibility
            Phone & Audio Streaming

            Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system

            Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience

          • AUX Compatibility
            No

            The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable

            Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality

          • AM/FM Radio
            Yes

            Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

            If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

          • USB Compatibility
            Yes

            When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive

          • Wireless Charger
            -

            These pads can charge equipped smartphones without using a cable

            Given the option, opt for fast wireless charging.

          • Head Unit Size
            2 Din

            The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.

          • iPod Compatibility
            No
          • Internal Hard Drive
            No

            The storage device within the car's infotainment system

          • DVD Playback
            No

            The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs

        • Manufacturer Warranty

          • Battery Warranty (In Years)
            -

            The number of years the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

            More the years, the better

          • Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
            -

            The number of kilometres the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

            More the kilometres, the better

          • Warranty (In Years)
            3

            The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

          • Warranty (In Kilometres)
            100000

            The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

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        Hyundai Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] Reviews

        • 4.4/5

          (44 Ratings) 42 Reviews
        • My ownership experience.
          The original horn is useless on highways and the accessories department flatly refused to fix an additional horn. I had to fix it myself. Other than their irresponsible behavior and high handed behavior. The service and accessories deparment of Advith at BG road was ok and the rest of the service crew very cooperative.
          Rating parameters(out of 5)
          5

          Exterior

          5

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          5

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          4

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          5

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        • Best entry segment AMT car
          After a lot of research, I finally decided to buy this car and I am really happy with it. The buying experience was smooth. I recently started driving the car so for me buying an AMT car was the best decision. Its so easy to drive. Santro does a really good job when it comes to the riding experience. Interior quality is stunning. The only downside that I feel is rear camera quality (not sure if the problem is only with mine or all Santro cars). In AMT, initial pickup is slow and the engine takes time to generate power so overtaking on highways is a bit of problem. Pros Build quality Leg space Air-conditioning Music system Silent engine Cons Rear camera quality Non-adjustable steering
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        • Ajay Jaiswal, Loco Inspector, Nagpur.
          While buying this car, showroom staff very cooperative & gentle behaviour in Nagpur at Eros Hyundai. The riding experience was great but the driving seat was not so much comfortable because it was not adjustable vertically. Nice look with sound & strong body. Performance is well & computerized display with new infotainment technology. I think at present newly launched Santro is not expensive for middle people of any country. We again recommend this sporty style car. Its backside look is fully sporty and look is very excellent.
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          4

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          5

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          4

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        Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] FAQs

        Q: What is the price of Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020]?
        Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] price is ‎Rs. 5.72 Lakh.
        Q: How is the performance of Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020]?
        Sportz AMT [2018-2020] is powered by a 1086 cc Petrol engine mated to a 5 Gears speed AMT gearbox which generates 68 bhp of power & 99 Nm of torque.
        Q: What is the mileage of Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020]?
        The Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] mileage is 20.3 kmpl.
        Q: What is the fuel tank capacity of Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020]?
        The fuel tank capacity of Santro Sportz AMT [2018-2020] is 35 litres.
        Q: How much bootspace does Santro offer?
        Hyundai Santro boot space is 235 litres.
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