The Hyundai i20 Thread

DRIVEN: New Hyundai i20 1,0T is a serious step ahead

Although not perfect the all-new Hyundai i20 has taken a serious step ahead over the outgoing model, mostly thanks to its improved onboard tech, practicality and peppy 90 kW engine. It now has what it takes to genuinely take on its domineering rival the VW Polo and we’d like to pit the two against each other in the near future. The variety of trim levels, engines and transmission choices has certainly broadened its appeal as the i20 provides decent value for money, comprehensive specification across the range and is well priced compared with its competitors.

In the past, buying a Hyundai was the conservative, dare I say it, boring choice and now with the i20’s new bold design both inside and out it seems set to grab the attention it deserves.

Hyundai i20 prices range from R289 900 to R355 900. Click here to view the full pricing and standard features.

Model: Hyundai i20 1.0T Fluid

Price: R330 900

Engine: 1,0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbopetrol

Power: 90 kW @ 6 000 r/min

Torque: 172 N.m @ 1 500-4 000 r/min

0-100 km/h: 9,7 seconds

Top Speed: 190 km/h

Fuel Consumption: 6,5 L/100 km

CO2: 124 g/km

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Service Plan: 4-year/60 000 km

www.carmag.co.za

DRIVEN: New Hyundai i20 1,0T is a serious step ahead - CAR Magazine

Riding on an all-new platform, the Hyundai i20 is larger and lower than before and has undergone a complete design overhaul, utilising the brand's latest design language.
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I test drove the i20 1.0T DCT Fluid, must say it's a good car to drive. A massive step in the right direction.
The Interior is nice, though lots of hard plastic round. For the price and spec, it's the winner for me in this segment.
 
aigle2am said:
I test drove the i20 1.0T DCT Fluid, must say it's a good car to drive. A massive step in the right direction.
The Interior is nice, though lots of hard plastic round. For the price and spec, it's the winner for me in this segment.
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I don't think it's a winner in this segment, there are better options , for example, the Citroen C3 1.2t Auto is R330 000, has a better engine and specification list, it even has active safety equipment that's missing from the i20.
 
Tbh it's disappointing (but not surprising) by the stripped back Indian models we get here.

Unlike others I do like the styling though.
 
Sumen said:
I don't think it's a winner in this segment, there are better options , for example, the Citroen C3 1.2t Auto is R330 000, has a better engine and specification list, it even has active safety equipment that's missing from the i20.
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Have to concur. The Frenchies are excellent with active safety features of it's cars. None of this stripped out stuff for local models.
 
The winner in the class is clearly the Peugeot 208 1.2T Allure, unlike the Citroen with those unsightly plastic bubbles and trimmings, the Peugeot still look like a hatch, not something with an identity crisis that doesn't know whether it's a hatch or a Crossover.

At R350k with the standard safety and convenience features, the power figures and the build quality, it just has the perfect balance of everything.
 
LAUNCHED: Everything you need to know about the new 2021 Hyundai i20 hatch

The all-new Hyundai i20 has arrived in South Africa with a fresh design inspired by Hyundai’s new “Sensuous Sportiness” design identity, a new engine in the range and a cabin that is roomier and sports a sculptured and appealing look.

The all-new i20, which is introduced locally with two specification levels – Motion and Fluid, is the third generation of Hyundai’s B-segment model that was launched globally in 2008, and in 2009 in South Africa.

Since the launch of the first-generation i20 in South Africa, the distributor of the Hyundai brand has sold 106 712 units in the country. It has also proved to be one of many extremely reliable models in the Hyundai range, with an exceptionally low warranty burn rate of only R32 per unit a month.

“We are launching the all-new i20 with the confidence that a five-door hatchback has a definite slot in the local car market – the sales figures and customer’s preferences give credence to our faith in the product. It is also a strong contender in the market for rental cars,” says Stanley Anderson, the sales and operations director of Hyundai Automotive South Africa.

2021 HYUNDAI i20 PRICES IN SOUTH AFRICA

1.2 Motion manual – R275 900

1.4 Motion automatic – R305 900

1.2 Fluid manual – R289 900

1.2 Fluid manual, 2-Tone – R294 900

1.0 TGDI Fluid manual – R330 900

1.0 TGDI Fluid manual, 2-Tone – R335 900

1.0 TGDI Fluid DCT – R355 900

1.0 TGDI Fluid DCT, 2-Tone – R360 900

All new Hyundai i20 models come with a 7-year/200 000km manufacturer’s warranty. A 4-year/60 000km service plan and 7-year/150 000km roadside assistance also forms part of the standard package.

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LAUNCHED: Everything you need to know about the new 2021 Hyundai i20 hatch

With cutting-edge technology and sharp styling, the new Hyundai i20 ups its game, substantially
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The one in that Carwow video looks so good, but the pics of the ones in SA look 'plastic/cheap' I can't quite describe it.

But damn, 330k. I don't know man. Where is the prices of cars going?
 
InternetSwag said:
The one in that Carwow video looks so good, but the pics of the ones in SA look 'plastic/cheap' I can't quite describe it.

But damn, 330k. I don't know man. Where is the prices of cars going?
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My 2c.

- It is a pretty classy looker, quite distinctive.
- Good to see the 1L T offered locally (finally)
- Pricing (relatively-speaking) is on the higher side
- The fact that our Indian-made models are somewhat stripped out vs the Euro-lands ones is pretty crappy
 
That thing is ugly from behind, wtf is going on at Hyundai. They even f'd up the new grandi10, it's looks like a dog with the multi colour scheme. Sies man.
 
Cr4ig said:
The Jazz is not too bad imo, but that Hyundai. Toyota is doing the same btw, it's like they're having a competition to see who can bring out the ugliest vehicle.
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I just don't understand what is wrong with a good old fashioned bumper like we used to know, it looks like there's a law against having a proper bumper or something.
 
TheChamp said:
I just don't understand what is wrong with a good old fashioned bumper like we used to know, it looks like there's a law against having a proper bumper or something.
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Fashion, such a bad thing they have to change it ever so often.
 
Bit disappointing to see the Motion spec models come with steel wheels! Even the entry level Kia Rio get alloys (although admittedly R5,000 more expensive)
 
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