Hyundai Motor India has launched the new Hyundai Verna SX Plus trim priced at Rs 13.79 lakh for the manual gearbox and Rs 15.04 lakh for the automatic variants (both prices ex-showroom). This new SX plus trim sits below the top-spec, SX and SX (O) variants and is offered only with the 1.5-litre, MPI Naturally Aspirated petrol engine. Interested customers can book the car online or by visiting their nearest Hyundai dealership, deliveries are expected to begin soon.
In terms of features, the new SX Plus trim gets LED headlights with DRLs, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a single-pane sunroof, automatic climate control, rear vents, wireless phone charger, cooled glovebox, ambient lighting, cruise control, front parking sensors, 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, leatherette seats, six airbags, ABD with EBD, ESC, TPMS, a rear parking camera and more.
The Hyundai Verna comes equipped with a number of standard safety features, notably including six airbags and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Furthermore, the Verna has been subjected to independent crash safety evaluations by Global NCAP. In these tests, it earned a five-star safety rating for both adult and child occupant protection – a result that positions the Verna among the top performers for safety in its segment. 
As mentioned previously, this new SX Plus is offered only with a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, NA MPI petrol which produces 115hp of power and 143.8Nm torque. Gearbox options include a 6-speed manual or an IVT (CVT). It has claimed fuel efficiency of 19.6 kmpl for Auto and 18.6 kmpl for the manual variants.
On the contrary the Verna is also powered by 1.5 turbo petrol engine which puts out 160hp of power and 253Nm of torque. This engine can be paired with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission.
The Verna has historically been a significant contributor to Hyundai’s sales volumes in India, and the strategic addition of these new variants was likely an attempt to reinforce its position against competitors such as the Honda City, Skoda Slavia and Volkswagen Virtus.