Hyundai is a group of companies founded in South Korea by one of the most famous businessmen in

Korean history: Chung Ju-yung. The first Hyundai company was founded in 1947 as

a construction company.

Two of the best-known Hyundai divisions are Hyundai Motor Company, the world's fourth largest

automobile manufacturer by volume as of January 2011 and Hyundai Heavy Industries, the world's

largest shipbuilder. In 1998 Hyundai bought Kia Motors, the oldest South Korean car company which had

to file for bankruptcy due to the 1997 Asian financial crisis. Kia is somewhat independent of Hyundai

motors, as Hyundai no longer owns an outright majority of Kia shares.

Hyundai Group underwent a massive restructuring following the 1997 East Asian financial crisis and

Chung Ju-yung's death in 2001. Chung was the CEO and directly in control of the company until the end

of his life.

Hyundai branded vehicles are manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company, which along with Kia comprises

the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, Hyundai operates the world's

largest integrated automobile manufacturing facility in Ulsan, which is capable of producing 1.6 million

units annually. The company employs about 75,000 persons around the world. Hyundai vehicles are sold

in 193 countries through some 6,000 dealerships and showrooms worldwide. In 2010, Hyundai sold over

1.7 million vehicles worldwide. Popular models include the Sonata midsize sedan and Elantra compact

and Verna.

The Hyundai Accent or Hyundai Verna in South Korea, is a subcompact car produced by Hyundai. In

Australia, the first generation models carried over the Hyundai Excel name used by the Accent's

predecessor. The Accent was replaced in 2000 by the Hyundai Verna in South Korea, although most

international markets retained the "Accent" name. The Hyundai Verna is marketed in the U.S. as the

Hyundai Accent.

The Accent is produced for the Chinese market by Beijing Hyundai Co., a joint venture with Beijing

Automotive Industry Corp. For Russian market it is assembled by Tag AZ plant in Taganrog. In Mexico,

the Accent is marketed by Chrysler as the Dodge Attitude, previously Verna by Dodge. In Venezuela,

Chrysler marketed them as Dodge Brisa until 2006. The Brisa was assembled by Mitsubishi Motors at its

plant in Barcelona, Venezuela. Since 2002, the Accent had been the longest-running small family car sold

in North America. In Puerto Rico, it has been sold as the Hyundai Brio. In 2008, Hyundai Accent was

named the most dependable sub-compact car by J.D. Power and Associates.

FIRST GENERATION ACCENT:

The Hyundai Accent (X3) was introduced as a replacement for the Excel for the 1995 model year. It

continued to be called Dodge Brisa in Venezuela or Hyundai Excel in some markets, such as

the Netherlands, Belgium and Australia. In France, it was called the Hyundai Pony.

In Australia, the X3 proved so popular (due to its low price and reliability) that it was the third best-selling

vehicle in the country in both 1996 and 1998. In the latter year, it achieved more than 44,000 sales (a

5.5% share of the total market), a record figure at the time, for an imported car. Between 1994 and 2000,

some 200,000 X3s were sold in Australia, making it arguably the most successful imported vehicle in the

country's history. Also in Australia, from 11/97 onwards, these model were fitted standard with a DOHC

1.5L. The G4FK was a replacement for the tired G4EK SOHC. The new engine produced 74 kW (101 PS;

99 hp) at 6000 rpm and a max torque of 134 N·m (99 lb·ft) at 4000 rpm. This engine was available in

America in the Accent GT.The Accent was sold in saloon, hatchback, and coupé form in the UK, with a

choice of three engines for each: a 1.3 12v (85 hp), 1.5 12v (92 hp) and a 1.5 16v (105 hp) petrol. There

was no diesel option (until the 2003 redesign). A GSi spec car was the top-specification Accent with front

power windows and a radio/cassette player.

The 1998 Hyundai Accent was crash-tested by Euro NCAP and showed rather poor performance, scoring

only 4 points out of 16 for frontal impact. Nevertheless, the Swedish insurance company, Folksam, rates

the 1st-gen Accent as one of the safest cars in its weight class.

SECOND GENERATION

The redesigned 2000 Accent (LC) sported a more angular body and increased dimensions. It received a

minor facelift in 2003, and was given the model code LC2. When the Accent sedan underwent a 2006

redesign, the hatchback continued on sale during 2006 only in Canada, since the hatchback skipped the

2006 model year for the United States. But for Korea, it was the first model with the new nameplate:

Verna.

The Accent got new 1.5-litre 12-valve SOHC and 16-valve DOHC engines: the 1.3 continued unchanged.

A 1.6-litre replaced the 1.5 engine for 2000. This Accent was also the first to get adiesel version, with a

1.5-litre 3-cylinder direct injection turbodiesel, which was badged CRDi.

Trim levels were GSi, CDX and MVi: this was standard on most export versions, although

some European markets had their own designations with names like DynamicVersion etc. Some markets

used LS and GLS.

In North America the Accent was available in GL, GLS and GT trim levels only, with the 1.5-litre engine at

first, then the 1.6-litre engine from 2002. The GT version was similar to the MVi version marketed

in Europe and Oceania, although the body kit was not as overtly hot hatch styled.

During 2003 in Canada, the hatchback was offered as a GS or GSi with a 1.5L or 1.6L engine,

respectively.

It is still sold in Indonesia (as Hyundai Avega, 5-door, with 1.5L engine), India and Russia (produced

by TagAZ) as the Hyundai Accent side-by-side with the 3rd generation model which is sold as the

Hyundai Verna. It was launched in India in October 1999 and is still in production there.

Safety

Pre-2003 model (a 3-door hatchback) had been crash tested by Australian Australasian New Car

Assessment Program (ANCAP) under the same rules as adopted by Euro NCAP. It performed much

better, scoring 10.76 out of 16 points for frontal offset impact and 10.96 out of 16 in the side impact test.

The same un-restyled model, this time a 4-door sedan (which is still in production in Russia and Egypt)

had been crash tested by Russian magazine Autoreview in 2005. Test was carried out to the same Euro

NCAP regulations. Despite the lack of airbags (which are not available in the cheapest version of Accent

on the Russian market) it scored 9.9 of 16 for frontal impact. The 2003 restyled model was tested by

ANCAP, too. The 3-door hatchback scored 9.19 of 16 points for frontal impact and 9.76 out of 16 in the

side impact crash test.

THIRD GENERATION

Hyundai introduced a new-generation Accent (MC) at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. A new

exterior, larger interior,and CVVT engine are the notable features.

A single trim level, GLS, is available in the United States for the sedan. This sedan includes 6 airbags, air

conditioning, power steering with tilt, with optional four-wheel disc antilock brakes with electronic brake-

force distribution, and a 6-speaker CD stereo. A premium sport package includes air conditioning, 15 inch

alloy wheels, power windows and heated mirrors, and remote power door locks. An automatic

transmission is also available.

Hyundai began selling the 3-door hatchback in the United States during the spring 2006 as a 2007 model

year vehicle. The 3-door is available in two trims – GS and SE. The GS is equipped much like the GLS

sedan, with some equipment deleted for a base price of US$10,415. The SE replaces the former Accent

GT, offering a sport-tuned suspension, 16 in. alloy wheels, and other sporting features, along with

available dealer-installed performance parts such as a cold-air intake and suspension stress bar. The SE

is sold as the Verna Sport in Korea. The Hyundai Accent SR is exclusive to Canada and only 500 have

been made, this version is like the Accent SE, but in addition has the fender flares, front lip, rear lip, and

exhaust tip. Also included with the SR version is the Clarion sound system with, 4channel Amplifier with

400 Watts, 7 speaker Audio System, with 10-inch (250 mm) Subwoofer in a custom made box. Dash also

has a Carbon Fiber Trim Kit added to it. For the 2010 model year a "Blue" trim level has been introduced

for the Accent with a base price of only US$9,970. The Accent Blue is only available as a 3-door

hatchback with a manual transmission, the sole option being air-conditioning which adds $1,000 to the

price.

The Accent is presently the third-bestselling subcompact car in the United States, trailing after its rivals

the Chevrolet Aveo and Toyota Yaris.

Safety

In 2007, 2006 year model of Hyundai Accent had been tested by ANCAP in June 2007. It scored 3 star in

the Occupant Protection, and 2 star in Pedestrian Protection Rating. According to the Insurance Institute

for Highway Safety the Accent received an Acceptable overall score in the frontal crash test and

a Poor overall score for in the side impact test.

In 2009, According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Safety Rating,

Frontal Crash

Driver: 

Passenger: 

Side Rating

Front Seat: 

Rear Seat: 

Fourth generation

Hyundai released the Korean version of Accent (RB series) on November, 2010. There are new 1.6 Liter

engine and 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual same as Elantra fifth generation (MD). The car reverted

to the "Hyundai Accent" name as used in the X3 series.

In China, Beijing Hyundai released the China-exclusive model of the fourth generation Accent under the

"Verna" name on August 23, 2010. In January 2011 the sedan had its North American debut and the

hatchback had its world debut at the Montreal Auto Show. There are two new engines matched with the

new Verna including a 1.4 with 106 horsepower (79 kW), and a 1.6 with 138 hp (103 kW). Both featuring

the latest technology in variable valve timing (1.4 "VVT") and direct fuel injection (1.6 "GDI").

In September 2010 Hyundai unveiled its Russian assembly line and presented the "Hyundai Solaris" a

production-ready local version of the four-door fourth generation Accent. Hyundai reported that production

will commence in January 2011. The Accent badge remains reserved for the second-generation Accents

still produced in Taganrog on TagAZ plant.

In May, 2011, Hyundai launched the Verna in India with four engine options including 1.4 litre petrol and

diesel engines as well as 1.6 litre petrol and diesel engines. The second generation (LC) continues to be

sold in India as the Hyundai Accent with the latest RB version carrying the Verna brand. At the time of

launch, the new Verna RB features safety and comfort options that were previously unavailable in the

Indian market at this price point including the option of 6 airbags. The Diesel variant has attracted more

attention in India because of its fuel economy, as a result the response in India was overwhelming and

Hyundai could not handle all the orders. There is huge delay expected by 2-3 months at some places

more over 5 months as well.

Hybrid

Hyundai debuted a demonstration version of a hybrid (MC/JB) Accent\ at the 2005 Guangzhou

International Automobile Exhibition in Guangzhou,China. It uses a 90 hp (67 kW), 1.4 L engine with

continuously variable valve timing and a 16 hp (11.9 kW) electric motor to achieve 44% better fuel

economy. Though originally scheduled for production release in the 2006 model year, introduction of the

production version has been delayed indefinitely, along with the Kia Riohybrid .The hybrid Accent is

expected to be introduced at the same time as a hybrid version of the Kia Rio, the Kia twin of the Accent.

A concept model of the Kia Rio hybrid was shown at the 2007 Geneva Auto Show.

Safety

The Hyundai Verna was crash-tested by China NCAP in 2011 and scored the maximum possible 5 stars.

Dimensions and Weights

Overall Length (mm) 4370

Overall Width (mm) 1700

Overall Height (mm) 1475

Wheel Base (mm) 2570

No of Doors 4

Capacities

Seating Capacity (person) 5

Fuel Tank Capacity (liter) 43

Engine

Engine Type/Model

Displacement cc 1396

Power (PS@rpm) 107PS @6300rpm

Torque (Nm@rpm) 138Nm @5000rpm

Valve Mechanism DOHC

Compression Ratio :1

No of Cylinders (cylinder) 4

Honda Motor Company, Ltd.  is a Japanese multinational corporation primarily known as a

manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles.

Honda's global lineup consists of the Fit, Civic, Accord, Insight, CR-V. An early proponent of developing

vehicles to cater to different needs and markets worldwide, Honda's lineup varies by country and may

feature vehicles exclusive to that region. A few examples are the latest Acura TL luxury sedan and

the Ridgeline, Honda's first light-duty uni-body pickup truck. Both were engineered primarily in North

America and are exclusively produced and sold there.

The Civic is a line of compact cars developed and manufactured by Honda. In North America, the Civic is

the second-longest continuously running nameplate from a Japanese manufacturer; only its perennial

rival, the Toyota Corolla, introduced in 1968, has been in production longer. The Civic, along with the

Accord and Prelude, comprised Honda's vehicles sold in North America until the 1990s, when the model

lineup was expanded. Having gone through several generational changes, the Civic has become larger

and more up market, and it currently slots between the Fit and Accord.

Honda produces Civic hybrid, a hybrid electric vehicle that competes with the Toyota Prius, and also

produces the Insight and CR-Z.

It is reported that Honda plans to increase hybrid sales in Japan to more than 20% of its total sales in

fiscal year 2011, from 14.8% in previous year.

Five of United States Environmental Protection Agency's top ten most fuel-efficient cars from 1984 to

2010 comes from Honda, more than any other automakers. The five models are: 2000–2006 Honda

Insight (53 mpg-US/4.4 L/100 km; 64 mpg-imp combined), 1986–1987 Honda Civic Coupe HF (46 mpg-

US/5.1 L/100 km; 55 mpg-imp combined), 1994–1995 Honda Civic hatchback VX (43 mpg-US/5.5 L/100 km;

52 mpg-imp mpg combined), 2006– Honda Civic Hybrid (42 mpg-US/5.6 L/100 km; 50 mpg-imp combined), and

2010– Honda Insight (41 mpg-US/5.7 L/100 km; 49 mpg-imp combined).The ACEEE has also rated the Civic

GX as the greenest car in America for seven consecutive years.

The Honda City is a subcompact car manufactured by the Japanese manufacturer Honda since 1981.

Originally made for the Japanese, European and Australasian markets, the City was retired without

replacement in 1994. The nameplate was then revived for use on a series of compact four door sedans

particularly aimed at developing markets, mainly sold in Asia outside of Japan but lately also in Latin

America and Australia.

From 2002 to 2008, the City was sold as the Honda Fit Aria in Japan domestic market. It is a

subcompact sedan built on Honda's Global Small Car platform, which it shares with the Fit/Jazz (a five-

door hatchback), the Airwave/Partner, the Mobilio, and the Mobilio Spike—all of which share the location

of the fuel tank under the front seats rather than rear seats. By mid-2009, cumulative sales of the City has

exceeded 1.2 million units in over 45 countries around the world since the nameplate was revived in

1996.

In 2011, the City is sold as Honda Ballade in South Africa.

FIRST GENERATION

The first Honda City (AA for sedans, VF for vans and FA for the wider Turbo II and Cabriolets) was

introduced in November 1981 with the innovative "Tallboy" design; of unusual height it enabled four adults

to fit comfortably in the very short City (under 3.4 m/11.2 ft). Produced as a 3-door hatchback in a variety

of trim levels, the City was also available together with the Motocompo, a special 50cc 'foldaway' scooter

designed to fit in the City's small luggage area.

In September 1982 a turbocharged version of the 1231 cc Honda ER engine was introduced.

A Pininfarina designed drop-top Cabriolet utilized the wider fenders and bigger bumpers of the Turbo II

"Bulldog", but was only normally available with the naturally aspirated 67 PS (49 kW) engine. There was

also a Pro-series of van versions with either two or four seats. A high-roof "R Manhattan Roof" version

with a 10 cm taller roof also appeared.Exports of the City were primarily to Europe (where it was

renamed Honda Jazz, due to Opel having trademarked the City name), Australia (in two seater 'van' form,

to circumvent Australian import restrictions on passenger vehicles at the time) and New Zealand (where it

was locally assembled). Production ended in late 1986 with the introduction of the GA type City.

SECOND GENERATION

Honda replaced the original City in 1986 (designated GA1), with an update in 1989 (GA2). This model

was produced until 1994. The Fit name also first appeared as a trim variant of the City. There was no

convertible model. In most European markets, the City's market position was left open until filled by

the Honda Logo in 1999.

THIRD GENERATION

The third generation Honda City, codenamed SX8 but with chassis codes 3A2 (1.3) and 3A3 (1.5), was

based on the EK Civic platform. It was designed for and sold in the South East Asian market only. First

production began in an all-new plant in Ayutthaya, Thailand, in April 1996. From the beginning, these Thai

Citys had more than 70% local content. The bumpers were constructed in three separate pieces to allow

for easier shipping from Japan. There were originally a lower grade LXi and a higher-spec EXi available.

This City is still a subcompact slotting beneath the Honda Civic, but a four-door sedan model instead for

developing markets in Asia, and was built in Pakistan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and

India. A revised, face-lifted third-generation City was released in 2000, called the "City type Z" in some

markets. By 2001 a model powered by Honda's 1.5 liter VTEC engines (VTi) appeared, featuring a rear-

stabilizer for better handling. The facelift model received new front- and taillights, as well as one-piece

bumpers.

The third generation city had fuel injected SOHC 16-valve D-series engines, namely variations of

the D13B and D15B. The original 1.3 L (1,343 cc) D13B produced 95 PS (70 kW) at 6,400 rpm for a

claimed top speed of 171 km/h (106 mph) and 0–100 km/h in 11.3 seconds. This was later complemented

by the 1.5 litre D15B, which was reduced in power for the Asian markets where the car was sold, but had

a power to weight ratio superior to the competition nonetheless. The D15B engine also arrived in a

version featuring VTEC, with an output of 115 PS (85 kW). The VTEC-engined City has a 0–100 km/h

time of around 10 seconds.

The car had a sporty suspension set-up. In many of its intended markets it was one of very few sub-

compacts with fully independent rear suspension (dropped in the later models due to its high cost) which

allowed for greater feedback and enhanced handling.

Fourth generation

At the Thailand International Motor Expo 2002 in November 2002, the fourth generation City made its

world debut, now also offered as a four-wheel drive version. It was imported from Thailand and launched

as Fit Aria in Japan domestic market from December 20, 2002. In the People's Republic of China, the

model got the name Fit Saloon and was sold from September 2003 to the December 2008. The Honda

City was initially launched with a twin-spark, lean burn ‘i-DSI’ engine producing 88ps that was primarily

designed to provide outstanding fuel economy. The VTEC version of the Honda city is launched later.

The VTEC trim of the Honda city is offered with 15 inch alloy rims compared to the 14 inch offered in the i-

DSI. The rear brakes are solid discs instead of drums in the i-DSI. In September 2005, a face-lifted

version of the City was launched in Thailand, Malaysia in October 2005, and Indonesia in November

2005; it is known as the City ZX in Thailand, India, the New City in Indonesia and Malaysia, and City in

Singapore and Pakistan. The most significant changes are a new exterior (new front grille,

new headlamps, new fog lights, new taillights and bumpers). The front end has been extended forward by

65 mm (2.6 in) while the rear has been extended by 15 mm (0.6 in). The side mirror is electronically

foldable. Both the i-DSI and VTEC trim levels have 15-inch (380 mm) alloy wheels as standard

equipment. Interior changes are minor but it does include an armrest for the driver and additional map

lights. The interior colour tone of the VTEC variant is now black.

The L-series engine remained but the intake manifold has been modified, resulting in a 10% temperature

drop in the intake air temperature (IAT), the suspension has been upgraded as well.

FIFTH GENERATION

The new Honda City was unveiled in Bangkok, Thailand at Siam Paragon on 10 September 2008

followed by New Delhi, India on 25 September 2008 and January 2009 in Pakistan and Indonesia. Honda

also announced that the City will be offered in selected European countries with a 1.4 liter i-VTEC engine

mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed i-SHIFT automated manual transmission. Poland is

among the first European countries to receive the new City.

Guangzhou Honda started selling the Honda City in China from 12 December 2008 onwards. Unlike other

markets where the largest engine option is a 1.5 liter, the Chinese market Honda City will have

an R18A 1.8 liter engine option. Guangzhou Honda is also developing a Honda Civic-sized sedan based

on the Honda City chassis for the Chinese market. It will have a new name and a new shape but will use

the City's underpinings and a R18 1.8 litre engine. This new car will compete against Dongfeng Honda's

Civic and FAW Toyota's Corolla.

This Honda City is also available in India with the engine of the 1.5 i-VTEC. This car is available in four

variants, namely E, S, V, and the V AT (automatic). The E variant was launched recently based on

customer feedback asking for changes to the interior colour and the cost. Since it was launched in

November 2008, Honda City became the best selling model of the company in the country, with sales

volume even surpassing that of Thailand, previously the best selling market for the City. There are also

two accessories packages, Elegance and Inspire. In India Honda City has been awarded as the "Car of

the Year". About It is reported that Honda City has been the leader in the premium mid-sized sedan

segment for a decade, with 35% market share in 2010.

The Honda City is sold in México with the same 1.5 litre four cylinder engine. It is sold in two trims: LX

and EX both available with either an automatic or manual transmission.

Since March 2011, with the opening of a new factory, the Honda City also began to be manufactured in

Argentina. It is the first car built by Honda in Argentina (and the first Japanese passenger car made in

Argentina) and will be exported to the all countries of South America alongside with Citys built in the

Brazilian Sumaré plant.

It is sold as the Honda Ballade in South Africa from March 2011.

Vehicle Specification

Vehicle Type : Sedan

Engine Type : SOHC, 4 cylinders, 16 valve water cooler

Capacity : 1496cc

Max Power : 110 bhp @ 5800 rpm

Max Torque : 143 NM @ 4800 rpm

Transmission : CTV (Continuously Variable Transmission)

CONCLUSION

Techincal Data:

Car Name : Honda New City : Hyundai Verna Fluidic

  : [1.5 S MT] : [1.6 CRDI SX Opt AT]

Car Price

Price   8,50,000 : 10,84,996

Car Dimensions

Length(mm) : 4420 : 4370

Width(mm) : 1695 : 1700

Height(mm) : 1480 : 1475

GroundClearance(mm)  : 160 :

  :

WheelBase(mm)  : 2550 : 2570

KerbWeight(Kgs.)  : 1100 :

Capacity

FuelTankCapacity : 42 : 43

SeatingCapacity : 5 : 5

Engine Details

EngineModel :1.5L, SOHC, 4-cylinder, i-

VTEC:

1.6L, DOHC, 4-cylinder, CRDi

Displacement  : 1497 : 1582

Cylinders : 4 : 4

Max.Torque  : 146 Nm@4800 rpm : 260 Nm @ 1900 rpm

Max.Power : 118 PS @ 6600 rpm : 128 PS @ 4000 rpm

NoofValves  : 16 : 16

ValveMechanism : SOHC : DOHC

Transmission

TransmissionType  : 5-Speed Manual : Automatic

FuelEfficiency & Performance

City : 12 : 13

Highway : 18 : 19

Overall : 16 : 17

FuelType  : Petrol : Diesel

Steering & Brakes

SteeringType : Rack and Pinion :Power Assisted Rack and

Pinion

MinimumTurningRadius : 5.3 : 5.2

FrontBrakes : Disc : Disc

RearBrakes : Drum : Disc

ABS(Anti-LockBrakingSystem)

: No : Yes

Suspension & Wheels

FrontSuspension : MacPherson Strut :MacPherson struts with coil

spring

RearSuspension : Torsion Beam : Couple torsion beam axle

WheelType : Steel : Alloy

WheelSize : 15 X 5.5J : 16"

Tyres : 175/65 R15 (Tubeless) : 195/55 R16 

Overall, I would suggest that one should opt for the Verna Fluidic as it is a complete package and value

for money.