The Hyundai Verna specifications turn on two very different petrol engines. The 1.5 litre MPi makes 113 bhp and 143.8 Nm for calm, easy driving. The 1.5 litre turbo GDi lifts that to 158 bhp and a strong 253 Nm for real pace. Both drive the front wheels through a choice of gearboxes.
Gearbox options match the split personality. The plain petrol offers a six-speed manual or a smooth IVT automatic. The turbo pairs with a six-speed manual or a fast seven-speed DCT. That lets you tune the Verna to relaxed or sporty as you like. You can line up the Verna trims by engine to weigh them.
On fuel, the 1.5 litre reads 18.6 kmpl with the manual and 19.6 kmpl with the IVT. The turbo does well for its power, at 20 kmpl on the manual and 20.6 kmpl on the DCT. City use and quick overtakes pull real figures below these. To dig deeper, compare the two Verna engines on economy first.
Dimensions make the Verna one of the roomier sedans here. It stretches 4565 mm long on a 2670 mm wheelbase, with a huge 528 litre boot. Five sit in comfort, with generous rear knee room. The long wheelbase is a big reason the ride stays settled over rough patches and at speed.
Safety and feature kit is a strong suit higher up the range. Expect six airbags, ESC, a large touchscreen and driver aids on the upper grades. Read the sheet together and the Verna reads as big-car value. When the look matters, browse the Verna colour options as well.
