Hyundai introduces Eon with 1.0 Litre Kappa engine

Hyundai, the country’s largest exporter and the second-largest car manufacturer has just introduced a new engine into the Eon model. The entry-level hatchback, which originally came with an 800cc engine, will now be available with the advanced 1.0 litre Kappa engine as well. The 1.0 litre petrol unit is equipped with latest Dual VTVT technology and is designed to deliver high engine performance and therefore produced 68bhp. The engine also provides a high fuel efficiency of 20.3 Km/l (ARAI Certified). The Eon 1.0 Kappa engine will only be available in the Magna+ variant at a price of Rs.  3,83,130 ex-showroom Delhi.

Commenting on the introduction of new engine variant, B S Seo, Managing Director and CEO, Honda India said, “Hyundai Eon has been a trendsetter of style, performance, design and finesse in its segment and has received good acceptability and appreciation from its customers. Hyundai consistently innovates to meet and exceed the demands of the customer and the 1.0 Litre Kappa engine now offered in Eon is an extension of our modern-premium brand philosophy and will delight our customers with unparalleled driving experience and further consolidate Hyundai’s position in the domestic market.”