With the new emission norms applicable from April 1, 2010 onwards, Indian car manufacturers are burning mid night oil to ensure their existing models meet the new emission regulations.

Among them is Hyundai who will be launching the facelifted version of their bread and butter model Santro Xing to go with the updated 1.1 Litre engine which would be Euro IV compliant and also slight more powerful  (+ 1 bhp) and torquey (0.2 kgm).

The front of the new Santro will get a new grille with chrome inserts, rounded headlamps with integrated turn indicators and re-designed front fenders. The rear will get new tail lights and the bumper will be full body colored for a cleaner look while the doors will get new pull type grab handles.

source: bsmotoring.com

Changes to the interiors include a new instrument cluster, new rotary control for the air conditioner and storage areas to store knick knacks.

The suspension aggregates remains the same but changes would be made to the front rear suspension damping and a bigger anti-roll bar to improve the ride and handling further.

The new Santro will be launched in December with showroom sales commencing immediately afterwards.