Why did Hyundai stop making Santro?

Why did Hyundai stop making Santro?

The Santro has always had a good demand in the second-hand market but the same may not have been true for the latest model. With sales dwindling in the new-car segment, the demand for the model even in the second-hand space wasn’t much to note, further dulling sentiments for the model.

Why did Santro stop in India?

First introduced in the year 1998, the Santro had a significant impact on the Indian audience. However, with due course of time the hatchback could not keep track with the competition and the sales declined gradually. Keeping the factors in mind, the production of Santro has been discontinued in India.

Is new Santro discontinued?

While initially, the new-gen Santro garnered a good response from the market, over the years, its sales have declined. So, now the Hyundai Santro has been discontinued once again! Here’s the backstory of India’s first and one of the most popular ‘Tall Boy’ family cars that have been ruling the hearts since 1998.

Is Santro still available?

After a second stint of four years, Hyundai has once again discontinued the Santro in India. The entry-level hatchback is no longer in production, but you can still get some leftover stock at dealerships. The hatch was priced from Rs 4.90 lakh to Rs 6.42 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Is New Hyundai Santro discontinued?

While initially, the new-gen Santro garnered a good response from the market, over the years, its sales have declined. So, now the Hyundai Santro has been discontinued once again!

Should I buy new Santro?

The Santro Sportz trim is definitely worth buying – especially if you’re considering the AMT transmission. It costs an additional Rs. 58,000 over the Sportz MT but the extra safety features greatly eliminate the need to spend any further.

Is Hyundai stopped in India?

As per reports, Hyundai India has silently discontinued Santro hatchback from the Indian market due to low sales. Further, Hyundai has also stopped taking bookings for the Aura and Grand i10 Nios diesel variants, as per media reports.

Where is Hyundai Santro manufactured?

Chennai
The second generation Santro was launched on 23 October 2018 in India….Second generation (AH2; 2018)

Second generation (AH2)
Production 2018–2022
Assembly India: Chennai (Hyundai India)
Body and chassis
Platform Hyundai-Kia K1

Is Santro AMT discontinued?

Hyundai’s most affordable offering in India, Santro’s discontinued variants include Era Executive, Magna, Sportz, Sportz AMT, Sportz Executive CNG and Asta. Based on current variants listed on Hyundai website, it means that all Santro variants have been discontinued, except one – Sportz CNG.

Should I buy new santro?

  • October 16, 2022