Hyundai Motor India has launched the updated Hyundai Verna in India with a starting price of ₹10.98 lakh (ex-showroom). The latest version of this popular sedan comes with new technology features, improved design, and several segment-first additions that enhance both convenience and safety for drivers and passengers.
The new Verna competes with other mid-size sedans like Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus, and Škoda Slavia in the Indian market.
Price and variants
The 2026 Hyundai Verna is available in multiple variants including HX2, HX4, HX6, HX6+, HX8, and HX10. Prices begin at ₹10.98 lakh and can go up to around ₹18.25 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on the chosen variant and engine option.
This wide price range allows buyers to choose a model according to their budget and feature preferences.
Segment-first features: Smart trunk and dashcam
One of the biggest highlights of the new Verna is the inclusion of several segment-first features designed to make driving safer and more convenient.
Key highlights include:
• Built-in dashcam for recording driving footage
• Smart trunk with around 528-litre boot space
• Driver seat memory function with welcome feature
• Electric walk-in device for the front passenger seat
• Rear window sunshade
• Seven airbags in higher variants
These features make the Verna stand out in the mid-size sedan segment.
Updated design and styling
The latest Verna also receives styling updates that give it a more modern and premium look.
Exterior highlights include:
• New black chrome radiator grille
• Dual LED projector headlamps
• Redesigned front and rear bumpers
• 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
• New colour options like Classy Blue and Titan Grey Matte
These design elements add a sportier and more sophisticated appearance to the sedan.
Interior and technology features
Inside the cabin, Hyundai has added several advanced features to improve comfort and connectivity.
Notable interior features include:
• Dual 10.25-inch displays (infotainment and digital instrument cluster)
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Ventilated front seats
• Bose 8-speaker premium sound system
• Wireless smartphone charging
• Surround-view camera and blind-spot monitor
The car also offers connected-car technology with multiple smart features and voice commands.
Engine options and performance
The new Verna continues with two petrol engine options designed to offer both efficiency and performance.
Engine options include:
• 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing around 115 PS
• 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine producing around 160 PS
Transmission choices include 6-speed manual, IVT automatic, and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) depending on the variant.
Safety features
Hyundai has focused strongly on safety in the new Verna. The sedan includes several advanced safety systems such as:
• Level-2 ADAS technology
• Seven airbags including centre airbag
• Electronic stability control
• Hill-start assist
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Surround-view camera
These features make the car one of the safest options in the mid-size sedan category.
Conclusion
The new Hyundai Verna offers a strong combination of style, technology, and safety. With a starting price of ₹10.98 lakh, modern design upgrades, powerful petrol engines, and unique features like a smart trunk and built-in dashcam, it stands out as a premium choice in the mid-size sedan segment.
For buyers who still prefer sedans over SUVs, the updated Verna provides a comfortable, tech-rich, and reliable driving experience.
