Hyundai To Launch Xcent Facelift On April 20

The Hyundai Xcent facelift will get the 1.2-litre diesel engine that now powers the diesel Grand i10

Hyundai is set to launch the Xcent facelift in India on April 20. The Xcent is currently the second bestselling car in its segment, which is led by the Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire. The update is aimed to keep the Xcent fresh in its segment which sees two significant new-car launches this year – the Tata Tigor and the new Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire.

The Xcent's mid-life update is expected to be inspired by the Hyundai Grand i10 facelift that was launched this year in February. The biggest change, therefore, is going to be under the hood. Like the Grand i10 facelift, the Xcent diesel will now get the 1.2-litre diesel engine which is the same 1.1-litre engine reworked to displace more volume and deliver better power and torque figures.

Read in detail - Hyundai Grand i10 facelift diesel drive review

The 1.2-litre, U2 CRDi diesel engine under the Grand i10's hood makes 75PS of max power at 4,000rpm with the peak torque rated at 190Nm@1,750-2,250rpm. The 1.1-litre CRDi engine of the Xcent currently develops 72PS of max power at 4000rpm and makes 180Nm@1,750-2,500rpm.

On the outside, expect the Xcent facelift to share the front grille and the front bumper with the Grand i10 facelift. So, new bits like LED DRLs, new front grille and fog lamp housing should become a part of the exterior makeover. The rear should also get a redesigned bumper and split tail lamps.

Hyundai Grand i10 facelift

On the equipment chart, expect features like LED DRLs and 7.0 touchscreen audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to make it to the Xcent's feature list.

Hyundai Xcent's prices currently start from Rs 5.45 lakh and go up to Rs 8.13 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The updated Xcent should remain in the same price range (Rs 5.5 to Rs 8.5 lakh).

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