Compared to the older car, Hyundai claims that the rear passengers get 25 mm more shoulder room, 93 mm more knee room and 120 mm more leg room. The Verna does, in fact, feel more spacious and comfortable in the back compared to the old car.
Hyundai Verna Pros
An all-rounder sedan that ticks all the right boxes
Well-positioned overall package. Priced competitively against rivals
User-friendly interiors with good cabin space
158 BHP, 1.5L turbo-petrol engine is the most powerful in the segment. Gets a quick DCT too
Comfortable, neutral suspension setup riding on 205/55 R16 tyres
Long list of features includes LED auto headlamps, ventilated seats, electric driver’s seat, sunroof, wireless charging, smart trunk, rear sunshade & more
Safety equipment includes level 2 ADAS tech, 6 airbags, ESC, 3-point seatbelts for all, rear disc brakes, front & rear parking sensors etc.
Hyundai's wide service network & up to 7-years extended warranty
Hyundai Verna Cons
Futuristic styling will polarise opinions. Many BHPians think the design is too edgy & unusual
Better quality plastics should’ve been used in a car that costs 20+ lakh on-road
No diesel engine on offer. Outgoing Verna was the last diesel sedan in the segment
Turbo-petrols are very sensitive to driving style. FE will drop drastically when you drive hard
Dual-clutch ATs have a history of poor reliability in India. Note: Verna with 1.5L NA CVT is available
Back seat is more suitable for 2 healthy adults and a child. Not 3 healthy adults
Not as much fun-to-drive as the VW Virtus & Skoda Slavia
Missing features like a 360-degree camera, wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, auto wipers and foldable rear seat (a must in sedans IMHO)