The Hyundai i20 Thread

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First drive: 2020 Hyundai i20 MHEV prototype

Hyundai’s new supermini arrives in the UK in pre-production guise

We would have to drive the finished product before offering a definitive buying decision but, based on this brief pre-production drive, things seem pretty promising. Add in the fact that Hyundai will offer certain variants of the i20 with a range of active safety systems usually found only on larger cars and even greater levels of connectivity than before and there’s plenty to like.

Prices for the i20 are yet to be confirmed, but expect Hyundai to kick things off at around £15,000 with prices for the higher-end models such as this one starting around the £21,000 point. In any instance, watch this space.

Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDi 120 MHEV prototype specification

Where Chilterns, UK Price £21,000 (est) On sale Autumn 2020 Engine 998cc, 3-cyl, turbocharged, petrol, plus 48V starter/generator Power 118bhp Torque 200lb ft (est) Gearbox 7-spd dual-clutch automatic Kerb weight 1300kg (est) Top speed 120mph (est) 0-62mph 10.3sec (est) Fuel economy 52mpg (est) CO2 110g/km (est) Rivals Ford Fiesta, Seat Ibiza, Renault Clio

New Hyundai i20 review: Small, simple, lightweight and joyful | Autocar

Hyundai turns on the style – just a little – for its third-generation Polo chaser

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Looks nice, SA model will have analog dials with an infotainment screen that you need magnify glass to see it

 

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Looks nice, SA model will have analog dials with an infotainment screen that you need magnify glass to see it

And be massively overpriced, in true Hyundai style.

 

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Why do we always get the cr@piest Hyundai's in sa, are we just not important enough?

Or not enough political motivations for Hyundai to assemble CDK kits locally?

 

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Hyundai i20 (2021) International Launch Review

Hyundai South Africa imports the i20 from India and the same will apply to the next-generation model, of which production is set to commence on the subcontinent towards the end of the year (according to recent reports). It's unlikely that the Indian-made i20s will be quite as generously specced as their European counterparts, but they're likely to be more smartly-equipped than the current derivatives. In any instance, watch this space: based on this brief preproduction drive, things seem pretty promising for the new i20.

Hyundai i20 (2021) International Launch Review

The current-generation Hyundai i20, which arrived in South Africa in early 2015, now seems long-in-the-tooth compared with the Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Polo and other newer compact hatchbacks. However, an all-new model is set to arrive in local showrooms in 2021 and our international contributor...

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Hyundai i20 N Line

Following the unveiling of the all-new i20, Hyundai Motor has announced the latest model in its N Line portfolio: the all-new i20 N Line. The newest member of the Hyundai family features exterior and interior design elements inspired by Hyundai's high-performance N range for an even more dynamic experience.

The all-new Hyundai i20 N Line combines the comprehensive connectivity and safety technology of the all-new i20 with N Line sportiness through enhanced interior and exterior elements.

"With the all-new i20 N Line, we are bringing our stylish and sporty trim option to the i20 for the first time," says Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, Vice President Marketing and Product at Hyundai Motor Europe. "With this new model, we are ensuring we can meet the needs of an even wider customer base by offering exclusive performance-styling inspired by our N brand to emphasise the motorsport roots of our brand."

The sculpted aesthetic of the all-new i20 N Line's exterior design is based on Hyundai's 'Sensuous Sportiness' design identity while at the same time offering refined performance-oriented design cues. The dedicated front bumper is exclusively accented with a grey character line for an even more sporty feeling. It features a stylish black cascading grille equipped with the N Line badge. The grille pattern draws on the style of a chequered flag, further emphasising the all-new i20 N Line's track-inspired look.

Hyundai i20 N Line (2021)

Hyundai i20 N Line will be available exclusively with the 1.0-litre T-GDI 120PS engine. The version has been refined in terms of suspension, engine response...

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New Hyundai i20 gains performance-inspired N Line option

New range-topping variant of supermini will sit between standard car and upcoming i20 N hot hatch

Hyundai has revealed the new performance-inspired N Line range-topper for its third-generation i20 supermini, ahead of an on-sale date in spring 2021.

As with similarly equipped versions of the Kona crossover and i30 hatchback, the i20 N Line features a number of bespoke styling elements inspired by Hyundai’s N performance arm, and gives a good idea of what to expect from the full-bore i20 N hot hatch when it arrives next year.

At the front, the N Line is set apart from lower trims by a bespoke bumper with a grey contrasting stripe, a black grille with a “chequered flag”-style pattern and a prominent N Line badge.

The motorsport-influenced theme continues at the rear, where the i20 N Line gains a diffuser-style bumper, a triangular fog-light like that of the i30 N hot hatch and a chrome twin-exit exhaust.

New Hyundai i20 gains performance-inspired N Line option | Autocar

New range-topping variant of supermini will sit between standard car and upcoming i20 N hot hatch

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Hot hatch appetiser? New (standard power) Hyundai i20 N Line unveiled

Hyundai has whipped the covers off its new i20 N Line, handing the hatchback sportier looks but no extra oomph.

Of course, a full-fat i20 N is very much on the horizon, so this N Line variant unveiled for Europe will serve as a bridge between the cooking models and the upcoming hot hatch.

The Korean firm says the N Line package features exterior and interior design elements “inspired” by the high-performance N range. Power comes from an unchanged turbocharged 1,0-litre engine generating 88 kW and mated to the front wheels via the company’s six-speed “intelligent” manual gearbox. Still, Hyundai claims to have enhanced “engine response and exhaust sound”.

The i20 N Line gains a model-specific front bumper with a grey character line plus a black grille (complete with the N Line badge). Yet more grey accents are scattered round the exterior, while the rear bumper features a centrally sited triangular foglamp. There are also chrome-finished twin tailpipes round back.

Hot hatch appetiser? New (standard power) Hyundai i20 N Line unveiled

Hyundai has whipped the covers off its new i20 N Line, handing the hatchback sportier looks but no extra oomph.

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2021 Hyundai i20 N First Drive Review | Prototype Drive | CarAdvice

 

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2021 Hyundai i20 N: Sound teased

 

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2021 Hyundai i20 N hot supermini officially previewed

Camouflage comes off in new official images as Ford Fiesta ST rival gears up for imminent unveiling

Hyundai has released new official images that preview the design of its i20 N hot supermini, ahead of a reveal in the coming weeks.

They show the Ford Fiesta rival in the N brand's familiar shade of 'Clean Slate' grey, and reveal that it will be marked out from the standard i20 with red brake callipers, flared arches, more angular bumper designs and coloured lower trim.

The long-awaited Ford Fiesta ST rival has previously been seen at the Nurburgring sporting heavy camouflage, but the wraps started to come off as winter testing got under way in Arjeplog, Sweden earlier this year.

The prototype was painted in the N division’s now-familiar shade of grey and sat atop a set of bespoke sports alloys wrapped in low-profile rubber, behind which lie much bigger front and rear brake discs than those of the standard i20. The i20 N also appears to sit closer to the ground for a lower centre of gravity and improved dynamic performance.

2021 Hyundai i20 N hot supermini officially previewed | Autocar

Camouflage comes off in new official images as Ford Fiesta ST rival gears up for imminent unveiling

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First drive: 2021 Hyundai i20 N prototype

Hot supermini is ninety five per cent there, they say. Initial impressions suggest it's already a stellar creation

There might be 5% still to do but I wouldn’t be unhappy if I unboxed an i20 N like this ready to go. I think, though, that the passive bits of the experience are more engaging than the changeable ones. But in having a set N mode, as well as Comfort and an individually tunable mode, in the i30 N, and now this, Hyundai clearly wants to give drivers a lot of choice.

There are three different stability control states, including all-off, three rev-match modes for downshifts – off, on, or really vibrantly on – and different steering weights. There aren’t as many options as an i30 N – which my fag packet calculations I think gives 1458 different ways to set it up – but still, there are quite a lot.

The nice thing about Fords is that they tend to present just a couple of preferences and then let you get on with driving it. Hyundai’s engineers are sufficiently talented that, if they told me what was best, I wouldn’t be inclined to argue. This has the makings of a cracking hot hatchback.

Hyundai i20 N prototype specifications

Where Nürburg, Germany Price £20,000 (estimated) On sale Spring 2021 Engine 4cyls in line, 1.6-litre, turbocharged, petrol Power 201bhp (est at 6000rpm) Torque 203lb ft (est at 2000-5000rpm) Gearbox 6-spd manual Kerb weight 1190kg (estimated) 0-62mph 6.7sec Top speed 143mph Economy 40mpg (est) CO2 158g/km (est) Rivals Ford Fiesta ST, Mini Cooper S

New Hyundai i20 review: Small, simple, lightweight and joyful | Autocar

Hyundai turns on the style – just a little – for its third-generation Polo chaser

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New Hyundai i20 N hot hatch teased … and peak outputs confirmed!

Hyundai has released two teaser images of the new i20 N, while also effectively confirming the fresh-faced B-segment hot hatch’s power and torque outputs.

Up front, the company says we can expect a large air intake, while the profile will feature chunky side sills and the rear end a cheeky spoiler. It will launch in the Korean firm’s signature Performance Blue exterior colour, with a black roof set to be offered as an option, and slot in below the recently facelifted i30 N.

So, what about those peak figures? Well, while Hyundai hasn’t technically released the headline numbers, some overseas publications (such as Autocar) have sampled a camouflaged prototype, listing official figures in the process.

According to Autocar, the i20 N employs a turbocharged 1,6-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 150 kW and 275 N.m to the front axle via a six-speed manual gearbox. The result is a sprint from zero to 100 km/h in a claimed 6,7 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h.

New Hyundai i20 N hot hatch teased … and peak outputs confirmed!

Hyundai has released two teaser images of the new i20 N, while also effectively confirming the fresh-faced hot hatch’s power and torque outputs.

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Autogefühl full review of the 2021 i20

 

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Hyundai i20 N

Hyundai Motor has revealed its latest high-performance model, the all-new i20 N, a racetrack capable hot hatch inspired by the i20 WRC rally car. As with other Hyundai N models, it offers fun to drive characteristics thanks to its exclusive engine performance and dynamic technology innovations. The latest model joins the i30 N and i30 Fastback N among Hyundai's high-performance line-up to satisfy performance-oriented enthusiasts.

The all-new Hyundai i20 N has its roots in motorsport. It is inspired by the i20 Coupe WRC, a rally car based on a highly modified version of the road-going Hyundai i20, and thus has the same weight as the minimum weight required in FIA World Rally Championship (WRC). The model has led Hyundai to success: in 2019, Hyundai was crowned the WRC manufacturers' champion after securing four wins during the season. To date, Hyundai has scored a total of 17 wins at the highest level of international rally competition.

"Our high-performance N brand has been hugely successful since we launched the i30 N in 2017. This time, we decided to develop a model inspired by our i20 Coupe WRC, which last year led us to success in the World Rally Championship," says Thomas Schemera, Executive Vice President and Head of Product Division at Hyundai Motor Company. "With the all-new i20 N, we are expanding our high-performance N line-up to appeal to even more customers who want to experience the thrill of the racetrack in their everyday lives."

A turbocharged fast-power engine makes the all-new i20 N fun to drive

The all-new Hyundai i20 N is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged GDi engine with a six-speed manual transmission (6MT). This engine is the first of a new generation to feature in a European Hyundai model, and delivers a maximum output of 204 PS and a maximum torque of 275 Nm for ultimate power delivery. With 1,190 kg of weight just as the i20 Coupe WRC, the power-to-weight ratio is one of the best in class. The all-new i20 N delivers a maximum speed of 230 km/h, and can go from 0-100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds.

The engine offers flat power, which ensures high responsiveness and improved acceleration for even more fun on the road or on the racetrack. Flat power provides more torque and power at lower RPMs, thereby utilising more of the engine's potential in everyday driving situations. The all-new i20 N keeps maximum torque between 1,750 and 4,500 RPM, and achieves maximum power between 5,500 and 6,000 RPM. This improves acceleration in the mid- and high-speed range and delivers consistent high performance in a variety of driving conditions.

Hyundai i20 N (2021)

Hyundai i20 N presents an uncompromising and powerful look to match its undiluted high-performance experience. The exterior design of the model emphasises its...

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Watch out, Polo GTI? New Hyundai i20 N revealed as 150 kW hot hatch!

The new Hyundai i20 N has been revealed, with the fresh-faced hot hatch boasting 150 kW from its turbocharged 1,6-litre petrol heart.

Billed as a “racetrack-capable hot hatch inspired by the i20 WRC rally car”, the new model will go up against the likes of the Volkswagen Polo GTI and Ford Fiesta ST.

The turbocharged GDi engine is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, delivering peak power of 150 kW from 5 500 to 6 000 r/min and maximum torque of 275 N.m between 1 750 and 4 500 r/min. Tipping the scales at a claimed 1 190 kg, the Korean firm says the i20 N will complete the 0‑100 km/h sprint in 6,7 seconds before topping out at 230 km/h.

Hyundai says the manual gearbox has been “refined and reinforced” especially for the i20 N, and has gained a rev-matching function, too. The hot hatch can furthermore be equipped a mechanical limited slip differential. Under the so-called “N Grin Control System”, the hot hatch features five drive modes plus launch control.

Watch out, Polo GTI? New Hyundai i20 N revealed as 150 kW hot hatch!

The new Hyundai i20 N has been revealed, with the fresh-faced hot hatch boasting 150 kW from its turbocharged 1,6-litre petrol heart.

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Hyundai i20 2020 UK review

Should I buy one?

You’ll need to look elsewhere for driving fun and a composed ride, but the latest i20 is eye-catching, roomy and well-equipped supermini.

Prices have been hiked for the new car, starting at £18,595 and rising to £23,345, but in return you get more space and standard kit, while Hyundai are also promising VW-bashing residuals. Factor in the firm’s famed five-year warranty and there’s lots here to appeal to the head, if not the heart.

New Hyundai i20 review: Small, simple, lightweight and joyful | Autocar

Hyundai turns on the style – just a little – for its third-generation Polo chaser

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Full Reveal: Hyundai i20 N with 150 kW!

Hyundai has expanded its line-up of N models with the introduction of the i20 N, which produces 150 kW/275 Nm, tips the scales at 1 190 kg (it's said to weigh as much as the i20 WRC!) and can zip from 0 to 100 kph in 6.7 sec. This new rival to the Polo GTI and GR Yaris is available exclusively with a 6-speed manual 'box.

Because the ST version of the Ford Fiesta is not destined for our shores, the Peugeot 208 GTI has been retired and Renault has yet to reveal an RS variant of its 5th-generation Clio, the Volkswagen Polo GTI is the only baby hot hatch in our market, although the Toyota GR Yaris is set to arrive here at some point during 2021... Will the newcomer breathe new life into the shrinking performance supermini melee?

The newcomer is the first N model to incorporate the Korean brand’s Sensuous Sportiness design language and, as a result, its exterior execution is a lot more expressive, with almost cartoonish features such as the slanted LED headlamps, triangular black foglamp surrounds, an oversized air intake and grille (replete with chequered flag-patterned mesh), as well as a black lip spoiler with red striping.

Full Reveal: Hyundai i20 N with 150 kW!

Hyundai has expanded its line-up of N models with the introduction of the i20 N, which produces 150 kW/275 Nm, tips the scales at 1 190 kg (it's said to weigh as much as the i20 WRC car) and can zip from 0 to 100 kph in 6.7 sec. This new rival to the Polo GTI and GR Yaris

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Full Reveal: Hyundai i20 N with 150 kW!

Could the i20 N come to SA?

What are the chances of the i20 N being offered in Mzansi? We had to wait a while after the i30 N’s global introduction for the Korean firm’s first hot hatch to arrive here... It will depend on a number of factors, primarily the exchange rate, but what counts against the newcomer is that its target market is comparatively tiny – certainly smaller than the i30 N’s. Having said that, if Toyota could make a case to introduce the fire-breathing GR Yaris in the local market, perhaps Hyundai could do the same for i20 N. As soon as we get more information, we'll be sure to let you know.

Full Reveal: Hyundai i20 N with 150 kW!

Hyundai has expanded its line-up of N models with the introduction of the i20 N, which produces 150 kW/275 Nm, tips the scales at 1 190 kg (it's said to weigh as much as the i20 WRC car) and can zip from 0 to 100 kph in 6.7 sec. This new rival to the Polo GTI and GR Yaris

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Hyundai is taking the fight to Volkswagen with their new model offensive

• Hyundai revealed its all-new i20 N.

• Hyundai's N division is far newer than Volkswagen's established GTI.

• The i20 N will challenge the Volkswagen Polo GTI.

Hyundai is taking the fight to Volkswagen with their new model offensive | Life

With the launch of the I30 N and soon to be I20 N, Hyundai is getting right in the face of Volkswagen and its mighty GTI.

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