The Casper, a dominant player in the subcompact SUV market, has returned with its 2027 model.
Hyundai Motor Company announced on July 15 the launch of the 2027 Casper and the 2027 Casper Electric, both featuring enhanced convenience options. The updated models include popular features as standard across various trims.
The 2027 Casper starts with the entry-level Smart trim, which now includes push button start, a smart key, remote start, and button-type outside door handles for the front row as standard. The Essential trim adds a safety power window for the passenger side to improve convenience.
The 2027 Casper Electric includes a high-pass feature as standard in the Premium trim. The Inspiration and Cross trims come equipped with a digital key 2 touch, wireless smartphone charging, and touch-type outside door handles for the front row as standard.
The starting prices for the 2027 Casper are 15.46 million won for the Smart model, 17.92 million won for the Essential, and 20.35 million won for the Inspiration. The van models are priced at 14.70 million won for the Smart and 15.70 million won for the Smart Choice.
For the 2027 Casper Electric, the prices, considering eco-friendly vehicle tax benefits, are 28.47 million won for the Premium, 32.12 million won for the Inspiration, 34.12 million won for the Cross, and 34.57 million won for the Lounge. With government and local subsidies, the Premium trim is expected to be available for just over 20 million won in Seoul.
Meanwhile, the Casper Electric, sold under the name 'Inster' in the European market, has been gaining popularity since its export began in 2024. According to Hyundai's European division, the cumulative sales of the Inster reached 33,917 units last year, making it the second best-selling electric vehicle in the A-segment (microcar category).
* This article has been translated by AI.
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