Hyundai has announced the launch of the Santro Anniversary Edition model , priced at 25 lakhs to 30 lakhs. The new special edition model celebrates the first anniversary of the new-gen Santro's arrival, which was also launched on October 23, last year. Offered only in the mid-spec Sportz variant, the new Hyundai Santro Anniversary Edition is available in both manual and AMT options, available in two colour choices - Aqua Teal and Polar White colours. It's also around 50 thousand more expensive than the regular Sportz variant of the Santro.

Announcing the launch of the new Hyundai Santro, Vikas Jain, National Sales Head, Hyundai Motor said, "The Santro is a prestigious and legendary brand that has gone on to craft numerous milestones over the last two decades. To celebrate the First Anniversary of Santro, we are glad to announce the Anniversary Edition of Santro with various new features further enhancing customer experience and happiness. The Anniversary edition will entice our customers and continue to strengthen Santro's legacy on the pillars of Global Technology, Stylish Design and World Class Features."

As for features specific to the Santro Anniversary Edition, the car comes with Gun Metal Grey Wheel Cover and Sporty Black Painted Door Handles and ORVMs on the exterior, along with black interior with Aqua Teal inserts for the front AC vents, and revised fabric upholstery. In addition to that, the car also comes with a host of accessories like - glossy black roof rails, Anniversary Edition emblem, rear chrome garnish, and side body moulding.

The car looks modern enough, though is not what you would call pretty. The wide face is accentuated by the Hyundai signature cascade grille. The headlamps and logo move further back and away from the grille, and even the fog lights have moved further up. The car has slightly exaggerated creasing in the metal along its sides. While the one closer to the rear end is nicely done, the angled crease at the front fender and door is a bit strange. The rear is simple, and overall the car will not strike you as a 'tall boy' - even though it was teased as such. It is however the 'wide boy' if you will! It looks roomy and promises space for people and cargo. That in itself is a big win in this small car space.

Under the hood, the Santro Anniversary Edition continues to be powered by the same 1.1-litre petrol motor tuned to churn out 69 bhp and 99 Nm of peak torque, paired with both 5-speed manual and AMT transmission options.

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