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Latest Updates on Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20 Magna CVT Launched In India At Rs 8.89 Lakh; i20 Magna Gains Electric Sunroof
2023 Hyundai i20 Facelift: Variants Explained
Hyundai i20 Facelift Launched At Rs 7 Lakh: Gets 6 Airbags As Standard, Drops 1.0L Turbo
Upcoming Hyundai i20 Facelift Interior Teased
Hyundai i20 Facelift Teased Ahead Of India Launch
What's New on Hyundai i20?
Introduction
- Hyundai is working on the fourth-generation i20.
- It has been sighted on tests in Europe several times and now started testing in India as well.
- This premium hatchback is expected to feature a completely new design.
- Moreover, it will come with ICE and hybrid powertrains.
Exterior
- Despite the heavy camouflage, the spyshots reveal some interesting design elements of the new i20.
- The new-gen model is likely to feature a redesigned fascia.
- It will be equipped with horizontal LED headlamps with integrated LED DRLs.
- Then, there's a new grille and even the bumpers have been reworked.
- Unlike the current-gen hatchback, the next-gen i20 gets a flat roofline with a shark fin antenna.
- And the most prominent change is that its riding on a new set of two-tone alloy wheels.
- The carmaker has altered the ORVMs as well with a sleeker look.
Interior
- The new-gen i20 will come equipped with modern creature comforts.
- We expect it to feature the curved display trending these days.
- It will house dual screens for the infotainment and even the instrument cluster.
- On the safety front too, we can expect new equipment including a 360-degree camera and an ADAS suite.
Powertrain
- The new i20 is expected to be offered with petrol engine options like the current version.
- But the latest addition to the line-up would be the option of a mild-hybrid petrol engine.
- Moreover, if rumours are to be believed, there could also be a pure-electric version in the works too.
Other Upcoming Hyundai Models are the All Electric Micro SUV, Nexo, Ioniq 6, MPV and Palisade
Expert Review on Hyundai i20
- Expert Rating
8.2/10 - Safety7Comfort8Styling9.25Merit / USP8.25Significance9Value for Money7.25
Hyundai i20 car&bike Expert Take
The Hyundai i20 is built for buyers who want a premium hatchback that combines refinement, performance, and modern features without compromise. The car feels sharp, premium, and genuinely fun to drive.
The steering feels eager, the engine wakes up past 2,000 rpm, and suddenly your everyday commute feels noticeably more engaging and enjoyable. As Siddharth Vinayak Patankar from car&bike puts it, “It makes it the most powerful premium hatchback in the country.” And honestly, you feel that the moment you press the throttle in Sport mode.
To really understand the Hyundai i20, you can’t just take it around the block and call it a day. You have to live with it. That’s exactly how Siddharth Vinayak Patankar, senior editor at car&bike, approached it. With years of experience and thousands of kilometres of testing under his belt, he’s driven everything from entry hatchbacks to high-end performance machines. Hence, when he says something stands out, it does.
The Hyundai i20 was tested the way you would actually use it. The testing included dense city traffic, endless traffic signals, sudden highway overtakes, and broken road patches. And then there are long highway runs where you just settle in to see what the car is really made of.
The balance, as Siddharth points out in the review, “It makes it so much peppy, especially in Sport mode, ”really stands out when you switch modes and the car responds more sharply". The Hyundai i20 top model proves you don’t need an SUV to feel premium, powerful, and completely in control on Indian roads.
Pros
- Turbo engine makes daily driving exciting
- Cabin truly feels premium, not basic
- Tech features beat most rivals easily
- Ride comfort soothes city chaos
Cons
- High-end variants come at a premium price.
- Turbo lag annoys at low revs
- Some chrome detailing feels overdone
Verdict
The Hyundai i20 expert review makes it clear — this is a hatchback for someone who still enjoys driving but also wants comfort, technology, and everyday usability. The turbo petrol engine is genuinely fun to use. The cabin feels like a proper upgrade, and the ride quality keeps you relaxed even when roads aren’t perfect.
Put simply, the Hyundai i20 stands out because it makes everyday driving enjoyable without sacrificing comfort or practicality. Not just practical. Not just efficient. Enjoyable.
Yes, it costs more than some rivals. And yes, you could choose something more basic and save money. But the moment that digital cluster lights up and the turbo pulls strong past 2,000 rpm, you remember why you picked it. If you want a premium-feeling hatchback that adds energy to your daily commute, the Hyundai i20 delivers.
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Hyundai i20 Latest News & Reviews
car&bike Team | May 19, 2025Hyundai i20 Magna CVT Launched In India At Rs 8.89 Lakh; i20 Magna Gains Electric SunroofThe new i20 Magna iVT is among the most affordable cars to be offered with a CVT in India.2 mins read
Jafar Rizvi | Sep 8, 20232023 Hyundai i20 Facelift: Variants ExplainedThe facelifted i20 will be offered in four broad trim lines: Era, Magna, Sportz, and Asta3 mins read
Amaan Ahmed | Sep 8, 2023Hyundai i20 Facelift Launched At Rs 7 Lakh: Gets 6 Airbags As Standard, Drops 1.0L TurboA new base ‘Era’ trim lowers the entry price of Hyundai’s premium hatchback; prices hiked by Rs 20,000 to 25,000 for existing variants.3 mins read
Sidharth Nambiar | Sep 3, 2023Upcoming Hyundai i20 Facelift Interior TeasedThe latest version of the i20 will get a range of tweaks to the exterior and interior1 min read
Jaiveer Mehra | Sep 1, 2023Hyundai i20 Facelift Teased Ahead Of India LaunchThe updated i20 debuted internationally earlier this year with minor cosmetic updates.2 mins read
Cyrus Dhabhar | Jun 7, 2018Hyundai i20 CVT Petrol Automatic ReviewThe Hyundai i20 CVT is available in two variants - the Magna and the Asta. Unlike the manual, which offers a higher, spec Asta (dual tone) and Asta (optional) variant, the CVT gets just the standard Asta, which is the top spec variant in its lineup. So what it looses out on as compared to the Asta(O) are a bunch of features that although aren't crucial, would have been nice to have. You don't get the projector headlamps with integrated LED DRLs for starters. Instead, you get a set of daytime running lights integrated into the bumper just below the fog lamps. And in my opinion, these look fantastic! You do however miss out on auto headlamps and cornering lights. You also get dark grey 15-inch wheels as compared to the larger 16-inch diamond cut wheels that are available on the optional package. You also loose out on the likes of a whole bunch of interior features like the leather wrapped steering wheel and gear knob, and the smart keyless entry with a start-stop button.1 min read
Cyrus Dhabhar | Apr 23, 2018Hyundai i20 Facelift VS Maruti Suzuki Baleno: Comparison ReviewThe Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the king of the hill in the subcompact premium hatchback segment when it comes to sales figures. Even though the Baleno is sold only through the Nexa outlets, the hatch sells on average close to 15,000 units a month. That said, the benchmark in the segment has always been the Hyundai i20 with its sharp European looks and well made, well equipped package. And now, Hyundai has given the i20 a mid-life facelift with updated exterior bits, minor interior bits and some mechanical upgrades too. So does it help the Hyundai i20's continued benchmark domination of the segment? And can it now take the fight to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno in terms of sales figures too? Read on to find out..1 min read
Siddharth Vinayak Patankar | Mar 17, 2018Facelifted Hyundai i20 ReviewHyundai has played it safe, perhaps given how popular the car already is, and how well accepted its looks are. So while you do get several styling changes, they are largely subtle.1 min read
P S Balakrishnan | Aug 14, 2015New Hyundai Elite i20 ReviewThough the previous i20's Fluidic design was received well in India, Hyundai is looking to widen its horizons with the rather European-esque Fluidic 2.0 design philosophy. The company claims this shift in the design philosophy was to transform the car's image, i.e. it wanted the Elite i20 to come across as 'bold' instead of 'youthful'.1 min read
Vikas Yogi | Dec 1, 2014New Hyundai i20's Sales Continue to Shine BrightDespite being more expensive than the old model, the new version is selling almost double the units than its predecessor; and that is possibly because of more features it offers at this price point.1 min read
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