Evidently, South Korean car maker Hyundai has immense prominence among Indian car enthusiasts.

And 2023 was the time when this brand brought the much-anticipated Hyundai i20 into the Indian car market.

The car brand earned immense momentum by replacing the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine option with the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit.

This wasn't the launch of a new car but a facelift that made headlines in India right after its inception. More than one year has passed, and fans are still excited to uncover the car's hidden features, so if you are here to reveal the top features of the Hyundai i20, welcome to this all-encompassing post. 

Let's explore the key specs, interior, exterior, and other details. 

Exterior Features – What's outside?

2023's i20 facelift brings a more modern and sharper appeal. The cascading grille grabs centre stage. The sophisticated exterior design accentuates the sporty stance—kudos to the long wheelbase and low roof profile. Frankly speaking, those stylish LED daytime running lights deserve special attention, while restyled projector headlamps improve the overall appeal of the car.

Altogether, the sporty appeal of the new alloy wheel and redesigned bumpers further makes it suitable for city drive. The top colours available for this model include the following:

• Fiery Red Black Dual Tone
• Fiery Red
• Typhoon Silver
• Starry Night
• Atlas White
• Atlas White With Abyss Black
• Titan Grey 
• Amazon Grey

The z-shaped LED combination lamps further improve the appearance of the boot lid. This time, there are two new wheel designs—a 17" alloy wheel and a 16" alloy wheel. The rear bumper has a silver accent grid, which harmonises with the sweeping light signature and radiates sportiness from all angles.

Interior Features – What's Inside the Cabin?

Soon after you get behind the wheel of the i20, you will see the tachometer right in front of you. It lets you keep an eye on the engine's revs. Surprisingly, the leather-wrapped steering wheel just feels premium and luxurious. The gear shift selector has a leather wrap that improves its appearance. The glove cooling box further gives you the convenience of storing your essentials. 

The sporty four-spoke steering wheel keeps you connected and in total control. Next comes those stylish horizontal AC vents that offer convenience and accentuate the slick and wide design of its front fascia. With a length of 3995 mm, width of 1775, and height of 1505, it can offer ample legroom and headroom with sporty seats. The front seats feature pronounced leg and side bolsters that make your journey comfortable. i20's storage capacity is excellent, considering the price. It offers 351 litres of trunk capacity for any family to embark on an adventurous trip.

i20 Performance – Top Things to Note

Here are a few performance specs of the 2023 facelift Hyundai i20:

Engine CC

A 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine powers Hyundai's i20 premium hatchback. The engine displacement is 1197 cc or 1.2 litres. The engine is a 1.2-litre engine naturally aspirated Kappa petrol unit. 

Transmission

Hyundai i20's transmission features are excellent. The manual variants come with a traditional five-speed manual gearbox, offering 83 bhp of power & 114 Nm of torque. However, if you want to experience a clutch-free driving pedal, there's an IVT automatic transmission option for seamless gear shifts.

Performance

Performance-wise, the i20's 1.2L petrol engine, whether mated to the manual or auto gearbox, delivers satisfactory oomph. The manual produces more than 81.8 bhp at 6,000 rpm. 

On the other hand, the IVT auto bumps it up to 86.76 bhp at the same 6,000 rpm. Max torque is a healthy 114.7 Nm at 4,200 rpm regardless of transmission. So whether you're weaving through city traffic or cruising on the highway, you get refined, responsive performance.

Mileage

The manual variants claim a competitive 16-kilometres per litre rating. However, the IVT automatic model offers smooth shifting with an impressive 20 kmpl mileage.

Safety Features of Hyundai i20

2023's Hyundai i20 offers excellent safety features that keep the driver and passengers protected. 

Regarding safety, the i20 has your back in a big way, so you can drive without stress and worry. It packs some seriously impressive tech to keep you protected on the road. 

First, there are six airbags as standard, and electronic stability control (ESC) is paired with vehicle stability management (VSM). They work together to help you maintain control, especially in tricky situations. The neat emergency stop signal feature warns other drivers if you have to brake hard. 

Additionally, the i20 also comes loaded with hill-start assist to prevent that pesky roll-back when starting on an incline. The six-airbag system offers further protection during a crash.

For families, it's got those supremely ISOFIX child seat anchors as standard, so you can easily secure your baby's seats.

Top Hyundai i20 Variants Available in India

The following are the variants of the Hyundai i20 available in India:

1. i20 Era
2. i20 Magna
3. i20 Sportz
4. i20 Sportz DT
5. i20 Sportz Opt
6. i20 Sportz Opt DT
7. i20 Asta
8. i20 Sportz IVT
9. i20 Sportz Opt IVT
10. i20 Asta Opt
11. i20 Asta Opt DT
12. i20 Asta Opt IVT
13. i20 Asta Opt IVT DT

Prices for Hyundai i20 Models in India

The following are the Hyundai i20 model prices in India as per on-road prices in Delhi: 

 The base model of the Hyundai i20 is available at Rs. 8.79 lakhs. 

 The top model of the Hyundai i20 is available at Rs. 12.90 lakhs.

 The automatic variants are available within the range of Rs. 10.65 lakhs to Rs. 12.90 lakhs.