Hyundai launched the Xcent facelift in April this year. It has similar updates as the Grand i10, which was launched in February this year. The 2017 Xcent gets redesigned front and rear profiles along with additional features and the 1.2-litre diesel engine from the 2017 Grand i10.
The Xcent facelift gets the 7.0-inch infotainment system with support for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto along with Mirror Link connectivity. As for safety, dual-front airbags are now standard.
The 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder diesel engine makes 75PS of maximum power and 190Nm of peak torque. It is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The Xcent continues to get the 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine that makes 83PS of maximum power and 114Nm of peak torque. It comes with an option of a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The petrol automatic option is only available with the S variant. While the manual petrol variant has a claimed fuel efficiency of 20.14 kmpl, the automatic variant returns 17.36 kmpl. On the other hand, the diesel engine returns a mileage of 25.4 kmpl.
The Xcent competes with the likes of the Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire, Tata Tiger, Honda Amaze, Ford Aspire, Volkswagen Ameo and the Tata Zest.
I have purchased this car (S 1.2 Petrol) approx two years back and have driven close to 5000 KM in that period. The car is really good and in past 2 years I've not faced any issues with it. Here is my detailed review:
Pros:
- Class beating features (e.g. read ac vent, bluetooth connectivity, nice stereo system, and good cluster of instrumentation).
- Fuel economy is good. In city like Bangalore it gives a mileage of 15-17 and that easily reaches 18-20 while driving on highw... 10
Hyundai xcent has been a strong contender amongst the honda amaze,tata zest,maruti dzire. It almost gets everything Right in its price range apart from a few cons as mentioned (not a deal breaker though) There is room for improvement in small areas such as the air conditioner unit..it might need a stronger compressor (it gets the job done but could do with better cooling) The engine is smooth and refined and even the gearbox is sleek and fits in right. The power comes at about 1700 rpm after whi... 21
With a new look, more power and more features, does the updated Xcent regain its appeal for private car buyers?
One of the segment’s best all-rounders with an added dose of practicality – that’s essentially what Hyundai wanted to offer when it launched the Xcent in 2014. However, with its price overlapping with that of the more premium Elite i20, its appeal shifted from the original audience, i.e. private car buyers, to fleet users. Don’t take our word for it, just ask your app-cab driver what cars his comrades and him consider to be a “hot option”.
Now, though, the Xcent’s been given a facelift and an extensive one at that. So, does it have enough premium value to appeal to buyers like you and I?
Things We Like in Xcent
Premium interior quality. Feels like you’re in a car from a segment above.
Easy to use touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. connectivity
Spacious passenger and luggage space; convenience features very well thought out.
Peppy diesel engine - extra torque helps it potter around town easily.
Dual airbags equipped as standard across the range.
Things We Don't Like in Xcent
Diesel engine is great in the city, but lacks top-end punch for the highway.
ABS no longer offered as standard. Limited to the top-two variants.
MID misses out on basic info like a distance-to-empty counter or an average efficiency display.
Adjustable front headrests, height-adjustable seatbelts, dead-pedal not offered on any variant.
No diesel automatic offered like the Zest, Dzire and Ameo.
Stand Out Features
Rear AC vents.
Touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and MirrorLink.
CarDekho Verdict
Hyundai has played it safe with the Xcent facelift. The car looks brand new, but the essential package remains the same.
"The new diesel engine improves the car’s driveability, while features like the touchscreen infotainment system bring some much needed modernity to the table"
What’s more, is that the prices haven’t seen a significant hike, making the new car a better value proposition. Overall, it certainly is a better machine than before and yes, the new Xcent is a good option for family car buyers. However, with the Tata Tigor now here and the new Dzire almost here, its competition is only getting tougher than before.
The updated 2017 Xcent comes with new styling, uprated diesel engine, additional features and, most importantly, it gets a distinct face as opposed to its donor car, the Grand i10. Read Full News
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