The Hyundai i20 gets a new look
Hyundai’s i20 is one of the bestsellers in its local range and a top contender in the B-Segment lineup. And it’s now been updated giving the range a new fresh look.
Thomas Bürkle, chief designer at Hyundai Motor’s Design Centre in Europe says, “The bold and distinctive volume of the new i20 gives the car a unique personality, which is underlined by the premium look of the headlamps and rear combi lamps. For example, the concave element below the rear lamp expresses the three-dimensional and sculptural aspect of the Hyundai design language.”
The new i20 has been fitted on to a new platform with a wheelbase that is 45 mm longer at 2,57 m, creating more space for the occupants. It is a true five-seater hatchback, with a very useful boot capacity of 294 litres making it a versatile vehicle.
Even though the exterior dimensions grew, the new i20 is still among the lightest vehicles in the segment. Furthermore, a significant improvement in torsional rigidity could be achieved, reducing vibrations when on the move and aiding handling performance.
The i20 comes with a choice of two engines: The Kappa 1,4 litre engine in the new i20 1.4 Fluid manual and 1.4 Fluid automatic delivers maximum power of 74 kW with the torque output reaching its limit at 133 Nm. The 1,2 litre engine produces 61 kW and maximum torque of 115 Nm.
Every new i20 model is fitted, as standard, with a 4-wheel electronic 4-channel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), as well as Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). Ventilated disc brakes are used on the front wheels, while the rear wheels are equipped with solid discs for the brakes.
New features include automatic folding door mirrors and smartphone docking integration. USB and auxiliary connectivity is fitted as standard with an audio system, along with a Bluetooth hands free phone function and the ability to stream music over the sound system with Bluetooth from a cell phone or music player.
Pricing
The prices of the new i20 model range are:
1.2 Motion Manual R184900
i20 1.4 Fluid Manual R204900
i20 1.4 Fluid Automatic R214900
Included in the price is the Hyundai Warranty and Roadside Assistance for 5 years or 150 000 km.