Hyundai Introduces i20 Facelift: A Fresh Perspective on Driving

Following a series of teasers, Hyundai has officially launched the i20 facelift in India, with prices ranging from Rs 6.99 lakh to Rs 11.01 lakh (ex-showroom, India). This updated model marks the first significant update since the third-generation i20’s debut in 2020.

Key Features of the Hyundai i20 Facelift

  • Refreshed Front and Rear Design
  • New Interior Color Scheme
  • Exclusively Powered by 1.2-Litre Petrol Engine
Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 Facelift Lineup:

  • Era
  • Magna
  • Sportz
  • Asta
  • Asta (O)

Price Range (Ex-showroom):

  • Petrol MT: Rs 6.99 lakh to Rs 9.98 lakh
  • Petrol CVT: Rs 9.38 lakh to Rs 11.01 lakh

The base-model Era marks a new addition, lowering the starting price by Rs 47,000 compared to the outgoing Magna trim. Depending on the variant, the i20 facelift is priced Rs 20,000 to Rs 27,000 higher than its predecessor.

Hyundai i20 Design Upgrades:

  • New Front and Rear Bumpers
  • Grey and Black Dual-Tone Finish in the Interior

The i20 facelift is exclusively equipped with a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. The updates focus on the soft plastic elements, with the front grille showcasing a new design and a prominent black surround connecting it to the headlamps. The headlamps are now full LED units on the top-spec trim. The Hyundai logo has been repositioned, and the front bumper features prominent arrow-shaped inlets. The profile remains largely unchanged, with redesigned 16-inch alloys. At the rear, a revised bumper and dual-tone finish provide a fresh look.

The new Amazon Grey paint shade joins the existing range of color options.

Hyundai i20

Enhanced Interior and Features:

While the interior design remains consistent, a new dual-tone black and grey finish has been introduced for the dashboard and semi-leatherette seat upholstery on the top-spec trim. Notable features include ambient lighting, leatherette padding on door armrests, puddle lamps with a welcome function, and Hyundai’s ‘Sounds of Nature’ feature. The i20 facelift retains its 10.25-inch touchscreen, all-digital instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bose sound system, wireless phone charger, sunroof, and climate control.

Safety and Warranty:

Standard safety features encompass six airbags, ABS, EBD, ESC, hill assist control, three-point seatbelts, and seatbelt reminders for all seats. The i20 facelift comes with a three-year/1,00,000km warranty, with the option of an extended warranty.

Hyundai i20 Engine Specifications:

The i20 facelift exclusively offers a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a CVT transmission. It delivers 83hp (MT) or 88hp (CVT), and 115Nm of peak torque.

Please note that the previous 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine has been discontinued in the regular i20. It will make a return exclusively in the i20 N Line facelift, reserved for the performance-oriented model.

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