The Hyundai AH2 is being tested in South Korea, spy shots posted on Bobaedream have revealed. Hyundai’s
South Korean team had a hand in the Eon and i10’s development and testing, and
they appear to be working on the AH2 as well.
The Hyundai AH2 is said to revive the iconic Hyundai
Santro nameplate. The car’s test mules are heavily camouflaged, but it’s clear
that it features a tallboy design, sweptback headlamps, and Cascading grille
- Hyundai’s latest design signature. The
overall shape is quite reminiscent of the previous generation Hyundai i10.
Inside, the car could share a lot of components with the Hyundai Grand i10.
The Hyundai AH2 will be underpinned by the previous
generation Hyundai i10’s HA platform. Hyundai will use this platform instead of
the Hyundai Eon's PA platform to futureproof the car for stricter crash test
norms. The company could offer the new model with an updated version of the
1.0-litre Epsilon four-cylinder petrol engine. A 5-speed manual transmission
will be standard, but an AMT option will be offered - a first for a Hyundai.
The new Hyundai Santro (AH2) will go against the
likes of Tata Tiago and Renault Kwid. Its launch will take place in August this
year.
