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Hyundai i20 is Best B+ Segment Hatchback in India
Wednesday, March 28, 2012Hyundai i20 is Best B+ Segment Hatchback in India
Hyundai i20 made its debut at the Paris Motor Show 2008. Similar to its predecessor i10, the i20 is being manufactured exclusively in India and exported to other countries. Hyundai i20 has been very well received by Indian customers as it comes fully loaded with all the comfort and safety features which make it different from other cars in same segment. Now, Hyundai India has gone a step further by expanding the model range of i20 with the launch of 2012 i-Gen Hyundai i20 in India on 28th March, 2012 to compete with the likes of Skoda Fabia Diesel, Fiat Punto, Volkswagen Polo, Nissan Micra, Renault Pulse and Maruti Swift Diesel.
New i-Gen i20 is available in 12 variants: 7 of petrol and 5 of diesel. A number of first- in-segment features are available in the i-Gen i20 like Rear Parking Camera with display in the cabin mirror, Electro Chromic Mirror which offers anti-glare vision during night time driving, Clean Air-Cluster ionizer for fresh air in the cabin, Auto Headlight Control Function (the lights turn on automatically when visibility drops), 6 Airbags, Rear Disc Brakes, Supervision Cluster and Rain Sensing Wipers.
Fast Facts About 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
- Is known as i-Gen i20 (2012 model)
- Is available in 12 variants (7 petrol + 5 diesel)
- Base variant of Petrol is priced at Rs. 4,73,000.00
- Base Variant of Diesel is priced at Rs. 5,96,000.00
- Available with three engine options: 1197cc Kappa, 1396cc, Gamma and 1396cc, CRDi.
- ARAI certified mileage of i-Gen i20 is: 18.5 kmpl (kappa), 21.9 kmpl (CRDi) and 15 kmpl (Gamma)
- Available in six attractive shades
- Option of 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic gearbox
- Top variant (Asta) features Heated Outside Mirrors, Tilt and Telescopic Steering, 6 Airbags, Rear Disc Brakes, Smart Key with Push Button Start, Reverse Parking Sensors, Rear parking camera with display in interior mirror, Auto Headlight Control Function, Rain Sensing Wipers, 2-DIN CD/MP3 Audio System with 4 speakers and 2 tweeters, USB, aux-in and Blue tooth connectivity, Steering Mounted Audio and Bluetooth controls
Price of 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Era – Rs. 4,73,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna – Rs. 4,97,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna (O) – Rs. 5,27,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Sportz – Rs. 5,75,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Asta – Rs. 6,21,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Asta (O) with Sunroof – Rs. 6,65,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Sportz AT – Rs. 7,67,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Era Diesel – Rs. 5,96,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna Diesel – Rs. 6,20,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna (O) Diesel – Rs. 6,50,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Sportz Diesel – Rs. 6,98,000.00
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Asta Diesel – Rs. 7,44,000.00
Overview of New 2012 Hyundai i-Gen i20
Lower, longer and wider than the Getz it replaces all over world, the five-door i20 rides on an extended 2525mm wheelbase, enhancing its spacious interior architecture. Luxury and versatility blend seamlessly in the new i20’s spacious and generously appointed cabin. i20’s list of standard features puts it head and shoulders above the majority of its rivals. The i20’s five-seater interior majors on everyday practicalities, with a 40:60 split flat-folding rear bench with a low lip for easy loading into the 295-litre boot. The i20 offers numerous intelligently positioned interior storage spaces including a large cooled passenger glove box and two cup holders.
In keeping with its dynamic styling, i20 rides on an all-new platform with front MacPherson strut and rear torsion beam suspension to deliver the taut and alert ride quality favoured by the European market. The new rack and pinion steering setup in Hyundai i20 has also been tuned to deliver quick and accurate responses resulting in excellent urban agility. The driving position in i20 is easily adjustable, and is on the high side, so visibility is excellent, the seats comfortable and the controls are easily accessible. Hyundai has switched to new electric power steering set up for the i20. It’s accurate and weights up nicely at high speed.
Most Prominent Features of 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel and Gear Shift Knob
- Driver Seat Arm Rest, Electric Adjustable Folding and Heated Outside Mirrors
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering
- 60:40 Split Seat with cushion pop-up
- 6 Airbags, Rear Disc Brakes, Smart Key with Push Button Start
- Smart pedal system, Clutch lock system
- One Touch Triple Turn Signal, Speed sensing auto door locking
- Impact sensing auto door unlocking, Reverse Parking Sensors
- Rear parking camera with display in interior mirror
- Electro chromic anti-glare mirror, Air-Cluster ionizer, Supervision Cluster
- Auto Headlight Control Function, Rain Sensing Wipers
- 2-DIN CD/MP3 Audio System with 4 speakers and 2 tweeters, USB, aux-in and Blue tooth connectivity, Steering Mounted Audio and Bluetooth controls
Engine of 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
- 1197cc Kappa Petrol Engine
- 1396cc Gamma Petrol Engine
- 1396cc CRDi Diesel Engine
New Hyundai i-Gen i20 comes with three engine options: 1197cc Kappa Petrol Engine, 1396cc Gamma Petrol Engine and 1396cc CRDi Diesel Engine. The 1197cc Kappa petrol engine generates maximum power of 84 Bhp with 116 Nm of maximum torque. The 1396cc Gamma Petrol Engine generates maximum power of 100 Bhp at 5500 rpm with maximum torque of 139 Nm at 4200 rpm. Both the engines have been tuned for minimum emissions & maximum economy. The diesel CRDi engine of i20 generates maximum power of 90 Bhp at 4000 rpm with maximum torque of 224 Nm at 1750 rpm. The 1.2 litre kappa engine is mated to 5-speed manual gearbox. The 1.4 litre gamma engine features 5-speed automatic gearbox and the 1.4 litre CRDi engine is mated to 6-speed manual gearbox.
ARAI certified Mileage of New 2012 Hyundai i-Gen i20
- 1197cc Kappa Petrol - 18.5 kmpl
- 1396cc Gamma Petrol - 15 kmpl (automatic)
- 1396cc CRDi Diesel Engine - 21.9 kmpl
Suspension and Handling of 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
Hyundai i20's suspension consists of McPherson struts with stabilizer bar in the front and coupled torsion beam axle with coil springs in the rear. The suspension system is combined with gas filled shock absorbers that makes the dynamic i20 an optimum car for Indian road conditions. In addition, the modern and advanced motor driven power steering adds to the driving experience and results in effortless city driving.
Safety Features Available in 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
- 6 Airbags, Rear Disc Brakes
- ABS with EBD
- Smart pedal system, Clutch lock system
- One Touch Triple Turn Signal, Speed sensing auto door locking
- Impact sensing auto door unlocking, Reverse Parking Sensors
- Rear parking camera with display in interior mirror
- Auto Headlight Control Function, Rain Sensing Wipers
Variants of 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
New 2012 Hyundai i-Gen i20 is available in 12 variants: 7 of petrol and 5 of diesel.
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Era
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna (O)
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Sportz
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Asta
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Asta (O) with Sunroof
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Sportz AT
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Era Diesel
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna Diesel
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Magna (O) Diesel
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Sportz Diesel
- Hyundai i-gen i20 Asta Diesel
Official Statement - Hyundai i-Gen i20
“The New i-Gen i20 is a bold new offering with stylish looks and a host of unique features. Our extensive surveys indicated that the customer is seeking hi-tech and innovative features, we have incorporated the research findings in the i-Gen i20 to offer a high value proposition,” said BS Seo, Managing Director and CEO, Hyundai Motor India.
Shades Available in 2012 New Hyundai i-Gen i20
New Hyundai i-Gen i20 is available in six attractive shades:
- Sparkle Blue
- Black Diamond
- Crystal White/Coral White
- Sleek Silver
- Dark Grey Metallic
- Berry Red/Maharaja Red