After a brief pause in production, Hyundai is all set to relaunch one of India’s most iconic hatchbacks — the Hyundai Santro — in an all-new avatar for 2025. Designed for first-time buyers and budget-conscious families, the upcoming Hyundai Santro 2025 will feature a refreshed design, improved features, and class-leading fuel efficiency. With a price expected to start under ₹5 lakh, this comeback could shake up the entry-level car market once again.
Refreshed Design with Youth Appeal
The 2025 Santro will sport a more dynamic exterior design featuring a sportier grille, swept-back halogen headlamps, LED DRLs, a wider bumper, and redesigned tail-lamps. The tall-boy stance remains intact, offering excellent headroom, while new alloy wheels and dual-tone body color options are expected to enhance its urban appeal. It’s small in size but big in personality — perfect for city driving.
Fuel-Efficient Petrol & CNG Engine Options
Hyundai will likely equip the new Santro with a BS6 Phase 2–compliant 1.1L 4-cylinder petrol engine producing around 69 PS power and 99 Nm torque. It will be mated to a 5-speed manual and an optional AMT gearbox. The CNG variant is also expected with a mileage of up to 25 km/kg, making it one of the most fuel-efficient hatchbacks in India. Petrol mileage is likely to touch 21–22 kmpl in real-world conditions.
Smart Features on a Budget
Despite its entry-level price, the Santro 2025 will offer practical features such as:
- 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Rear parking camera and sensors
- Manual AC with rear AC vents
- Power windows and electrically adjustable ORVMs
- Central locking, dual airbags, and ABS with EBD
Hyundai’s well-known fit and finish, along with its SmartSense package in higher variants, may offer basic connected car features too.
Spacious Cabin with Tall-Boy Practicality
The Santro will continue its legacy of being a spacious hatchback in a compact form. The tall-boy design offers great visibility, headroom, and leg space for both front and rear passengers. The boot capacity is expected to be around 235–250 liters — enough for weekend luggage or daily grocery runs.
Expected Launch & Price in India
Hyundai is expected to officially unveil the Santro 2025 in the last quarter of the year, with deliveries starting early 2026. The base variant could start from ₹4.89 lakh, while the top-end CNG AMT version may go up to ₹6.29 lakh (ex-showroom). This will put it in direct competition with the Maruti Alto K10, Tata Tiago, and Renault Kwid.
Conclusion
The Hyundai Santro 2025 promises to blend iconic charm with modern upgrades. With stylish design, reliable performance, excellent mileage, and a budget-friendly price — it’s an ideal choice for city drivers and first-time car buyers looking for peace of mind and practicality.
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