Hyundai Aura gets a new affordable AMT variant

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has launched a new automatic variant of the Aura sedan. The S AMT variant of Hyundai Aura fetches Rs 8,07,700 and becomes the most affordable automatic model in the sedan’s lineup. Previously, the AMT gearbox was only offered with the SX+ variant. The S trim is also available with a CNG powertrain. However, the CNG models do not offer an automatic transmission.

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Hyundai Aura: Complete price list

Here is the price list for all the variants of the Hyundai Aura.

Variant	Petrol MT	Petrol AMT	CNG MT
E	Rs 6.54 lakh		Rs 7.55 lakh
S	Rs 7.38 lakh	Rs 8.08 lakh	Rs 8.37 lakh
Corporate	Rs 7.48 lakh		Rs 8.47 lakh
SX	Rs 8.15 lakh		Rs 9.11 lakh
SX+		Rs 8.95 lakh
SX(O)	Rs 8.71 lakh

The S AMT variant of Hyundai Aura gets the following features:

• Electronic stability control (ESC)
• Hill start assist control (HAC)
• LED daytime running lamps (DRLs)
• 6 Airbags
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System – Highline
• Outside Rear View Mirror with Electric Folding and Turn Indicators

Things remain the same under the hood as the Hyundai Aura continues to be powered by the 1.2-litre Kappa petrol engine. This engine generates a maximum power output of 83hp and 114Nm of torque. In a CNG configuration, this engine puts out 69hp and 95Nm. The CNG variants are only available with a manual transmission.

Commenting on the introduction of the new variant, Mr Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “At HMIL, we are committed to making smart mobility accessible to a wider set of customers. The introduction of advanced AMT transmission in Hyundai AURA S AMT reflects our continuous efforts to democratize technology and enhance convenience for customers. With this introduction, we aim to redefine the value proposition in the entry segment by offering superior comfort, safety, performance and convenience at an affordable price.”

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Final Thoughts

The S AMT variant of the Aura undercuts the other AMT variant by Rs 87,000. Earlier this year, Hyundai added a new Corporate trim to the sedan’s lineup. The Aura rivals the Tata Tigor, Honda Amaze, and Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire in India.