Lakshmi Hyundai’s Chennai showroom is at CIT 1st Main Road, CIT Nagar West, Nandanam, Chennai 600035, with service centres in Saligramam and Saidapet. Before you visit, shortlist two or three models, plan a test drive on roads you use daily, and carry ID, address proof and PAN if you plan to book. Ask for an itemised on-road quote.

Chennai has a special connection with Hyundai. Hyundai Motor India’s manufacturing plant is at Sriperumbudur, on the outskirts of the city, and many Hyundai cars sold across India are built there. For Chennai buyers, that means a well-established service network and good parts availability.

Chennai’s driving conditions should shape your choice:

• Heavy traffic on Anna Salai, OMR and GST Road: An automatic makes daily commuting far easier. Hyundai offers IVT, AMT, DCT and torque-converter automatics across its range.
• Heat and humidity for most of the year: A strong AC, ventilated seats and a cabin that cools quickly matter more here than in many cities.
• Waterlogging during the northeast monsoon: Higher ground clearance, as on SUVs such as the Exter, Venue and Creta, helps on flooded streets.
• Weekend drives on ECR to Mahabalipuram or Puducherry: A comfortable highway car, such as the Verna, Creta or Alcazar, makes long drives relaxing.
• Large families: The Alcazar offers six or seven seats.
• Low running costs: The Creta Electric has very low per-kilometre costs if you can charge at home.

A first visit usually takes about an hour:

1. Needs discussion. Budget, daily drive, family size, fuel preference.
2. Walkaround. Look at boot space, rear seat room and features up close.
3. Test drive. Drive on a road with real traffic.
4. Exchange valuation, if you have an old car.
5. Quote and finance options.
There is no obligation to book on the day. Take the quote home and compare.

• Drive both a manual and an automatic if you are undecided.
• Try a U-turn and reverse parking; Chennai’s narrow streets demand it.
• Sit in the rear seat and check legroom and AC airflow.
• Check how quickly the AC cools the cabin on a warm afternoon.
• Listen for road and engine noise at higher speeds.

The ex-showroom price is set by Hyundai and is the same at every authorised dealer in Chennai. The on-road price adds Tamil Nadu road tax, registration and number plates, insurance, FASTag and handling, plus optional extras such as extended warranty and accessories. Insurance and accessories are where quotes differ most, so compare itemised quotes line by line. For today’s prices, please call the showroom.

Chennai sees heavy rain and flooding during the northeast monsoon. Two add-ons are worth considering:
• Engine protection: Covers engine damage caused by water entering the engine, which a standard policy may not cover.
• Zero depreciation: Pays the full cost of replaced parts without deducting depreciation.
Read what each add-on covers and excludes before you buy.

• ID proof: Aadhaar, passport or driving licence
• Address proof with a Tamil Nadu address
• PAN card and passport-size photos
• For exchange: old car’s RC, insurance and loan closure letter if financed
• For a loan: salary slips and bank statements, or ITR

Your old car is inspected and valued, and that amount is adjusted against your new Hyundai. The dealer handles the RC transfer. Check your car’s market value online beforehand so you can judge the offer.

Inspect the car in daylight. Check paint, tyres, lights, AC, infotainment and accessories. Confirm that the VIN matches your papers. Collect the invoice, insurance policy, warranty booklet, owner’s manual and both keys.

Hyundai offers several fuel types, and each suits a different kind of Chennai driver:
• Petrol: The most common choice. Smooth, quiet and affordable to buy. Best if you drive moderate distances, mostly in the city.
• Diesel: Costs more to buy but uses less fuel. Worth it if you cover high monthly kilometres or often drive to Bengaluru, Madurai or Coimbatore. Available on models such as the Creta and Alcazar.
• CNG: Very low running costs, available on smaller models such as the Exter and Grand i10 Nios. Check how close the nearest CNG station is to your home.
• Electric: The Creta Electric has the lowest running cost of all if you can charge at home, and no tailpipe emissions.
A simple way to decide is to note your monthly kilometres and where you will refuel or charge, then compare running costs at the showroom.

1. What is the expected delivery date for my exact variant and colour?
2. Is the booking amount refundable, and on what terms?
3. Which insurance add-ons are included in the quote?
4. Which accessories are fitted as standard, and which are optional?
5. What does the standard warranty cover, and is an extended warranty available?
6. Which service centre is nearest to my home or office?
Getting clear answers to these up front avoids surprises on delivery day.

• Lakshmi Hyundai Nandanam showroom: CIT 1st Main Rd, CIT Nagar West, Nandanam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600035. Phone: +91 93848 64003. Get directions
Please call the outlet for opening hours.

• Lakshmi Hyundai Saligramam service centre: 48, Majestic Studios, 5, Arcot Rd, Saligramam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600093. Phone: +91 98410 22766. Get directions

• Lakshmi Hyundai Saidapet service centre: 600, No. 10, 015, Anna Salai, Little Mount, Saidapet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600015. Phone: +91 93848 64024. Get directions

Please call the outlet for opening hours.

At CIT 1st Main Road, CIT Nagar West, Nandanam, Chennai 600035.

In Saligramam, on Arcot Road, and in Saidapet, on Anna Salai near Little Mount.

Hyundai Motor India’s main plant is at Sriperumbudur, near Chennai.

Yes. Bookings are open. Please call the showroom for the latest details.

Any automatic suits city traffic. The Creta IVT, Venue DCT and Exter AMT are popular choices at different budgets.

For prices, test drives or bookings, please call Lakshmi Hyundai Chennai on +91 93848 64003.