Abans presents first key for locally assembled Hyundai Grand i10

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From left: First customer Chatra Fernando, Abans Auto’s Rajitha Ranasinghe and Darius Pestonjee and Hyundai Motor India representatives Rajat Kalra and Abhikant Gangal

At the recent Colombo Motor Show, Hyundai Abans, the authorised distributor of Hyundai vehicles in Sri Lanka, achieved a noteworthy accomplishment by handing over the inaugural key to the locally assembled Hyundai Grand i10 to the first owner of the locally assembled Hyundai Grand i10 Chatra Fernando.

This significant moment was marked by the presence of Hyundai Motor India representatives Rajat Kalra and Abhikant Gangal, alongside Darius Pestonjee and Rajitha Ranasinghe representing Abans Auto Ltd. Hyundai Abans was the official Automotive Partner for the Colombo Motor Show 2023.

“I am delighted to be the inaugural customer to receive the locally assembled Hyundai Grand i10, this stylish and modern car perfectly suits my needs, and I am certain it will emerge as a preferred choice among car enthusiasts in Sri Lanka,” said the first customer Fernando.

The Hyundai Grand i10, an automatic 1200CC vehicle, features a Kappa 1.2L MPI petrol engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission with tiptronic functionality. The Hyundai Grand i10 comes with a three year or 100,000km warranty and is priced at Rs. 7,999,999.

As the authorised distributor for Hyundai vehicles in Sri Lanka, Abans partners with Hyundai, the world’s third-largest automotive manufacturer. This groundbreaking collaboration between Abans Auto and Hyundai Motor Company of Korea represents a significant milestone in Sri Lankan automotive engineering. It facilitates the transfer of cutting-edge engineering processes and world-class component manufacturing technologies.

This collaboration has given rise to a state-of-the-art vehicle assembly line in Seeduwa, where the impressive Hyundai Grand i10 is assembled. The project aims to enhance the national automobile assembly and automotive components manufacturing industry, earning recognition on the international stage and reinforcing Sri Lanka’s position in the global automotive landscape.

Committed to delivering outstanding customer service, Hyundai Abans ensures a seamless experience through an extensive network of dealers and a fully equipped service centre. Focused on innovation, technology, and customer satisfaction, Hyundai Abans is devoted to fostering the advancement of the local automotive industry.