Hyundai i20 Guide - Price, Features, Sizes, Compared to the i10 & More

When it comes to this family hatchback back. You are not only getting a class-leading small City car; but, a sporty, elegant and visually stunning compact car.

The i20's design shows every feature line is confident, every curve and angle is subtly seductive, as well as being simple in its layout with everything you need in easy reach, the clean and modern interior design offers sensory well-being.

In this article we will cover everything you need to know about the new Hyundai i20.

Table of contents

• Watch the Hyundai i20
• What is an E-Clutch and does the i20 come with one?
• What advanced safety features can the i20 come with?
• What interior options are available for the Hyundai i20
• What colours are available for the Hyundai i20
• What can an Hyundai i20 Tow?
• How fuel efficient is the new i20?
• How big is a Hyundai i20 petrol tank?
• How far can an i20 go on a full tank?
• How fast can the i20 go?
• How much weight can Hyundai i20 carry?
• How much does an i20 weight?
• How much does a Hyundai i20 cost?
• What Awards has the Hyundai i20 won?
• What is the length and width of Hyundai i20?
• How big is the boot on a Hyundai i20?
• How many suitcases can you fit in a Hyundai i20?
• Is the i20 classed as a small car?
• Is the Hyundai i20 big enough for a family?
• Does the i20 come with a hybrid engine?
• Which is bigger a Hyundai i20 or a Hyundai i10?
• Which is bigger a Hyundai i20 or a Volkswagen Polo?
• Hyundai i20 Metrics
• How many models of the i20 are there
• How do the different i20 models differ from each other?
• Not sure if the Hyundai i20 is right for you

Watch the Hyundai i20

What is an E-Clutch and does the i20 come with one?

An E-Clutch is an electronic form of the traditional clutch system. With the E-Clutch when you press the clutch pedal a sensor is activated which sends a signal to activate the clutch electronically. There is no mechanism like standard clutches to activate this.

Yes, the i20 can come with the E-Clutch.

What advanced safety features can the i20 come with?

The i20 can come packed full of technology. Some of these include:

Driver Attention Warning (DAW)

With the Driver Attention Warning system the i20 will keep an eye out for indicators that symbolise you are getting tired or starting to lose control of the car.

When it identifies this, the i20 will sound a loud alert and pop up messages to indicate to you that now may be a good time to take a break.

Front Collision Avoidance (FCA)

With the Front Collision Avoidance system the i20 uses frontal cameras to detect other cars, pedestrians, and cyclists. It can then automatically apply the brakes to avoid collisions if the cameras detect an immediate impact is about to occur.

High Beam Assist (HBA)

With High Beam Assist the i20 automatically adjusts the brightness of the headlights from high beam to low beam, depending on oncoming, or vehicles ahead of you.

Lane Follow Assist (LFA)

With Lane Follow Assist the front cameras will keep the car in the centre of the lane you are driving automatically for you, while at the same time keeping an eye on the road ahead for oncoming vehicles. When one is detected it can then adjust its position accordingly.

Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)

With Lane Keeping Assist the i20 will use frontal cameras to determine if you are in your lane. If the i20 then detects you are drifting out of lane it will apply notifications, and counter steer it necessarily to prevent your car from accidentally drifting into another lane to prevent an accident from occurring.

Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW)

The i20 can come with Blind Spot Collision Warning system. This safety system has cameras that detect other vehicles in your blind spot. It will then display a notification to you so you know there is an oncoming car in your blind spot, and not to change lanes without double checking first.

What interior options are available for the Hyundai i20

The i20 can come with the following interior features.

• Black and Grey standard on Ultimate
• Black and Red exclusive to N Line
• Black and Red N-branded seat exclusive to N Line
• Black Cloth seat standard on SE Connect, Premium and Ultimate
• Black Cloth seat standard on SE Connect, Premium and Ultimate
• Black Mono standard on SE Connect and Premium

What colours are available for the Hyundai i20

The new i20 can come in the following colours.

• Aqua Turquoise Metallic
• Aqua Turquoise Metallic / Phantom Black Pearl
• Atlas White Solid
• Atlas White Solid / Phantom Black Pearl
• Aurora Grey Pearl
• Dragon Red Pearl
• Dragon Red Pearl / Phantom Black Pearl
• Intense Blue Pearl
• Intense Blue Pearl / Phantom Black Pearl
• Mangrove Green Pearl
• Mangrove Green Pearl / Phantom Black Pearl
• Phantom Black Pearl

Pictures of the Hyundai i20

What can an Hyundai i20 Tow?

An i20 can tow around 1,110 kg. This should be ample to tow a small caravan, trailer, or light horse box; however, please always check the towing weight of the item you want to tow with the towing capacity for your model of car and engine prior to hitching up.

How fuel efficient is the new i20?

The new i20 is very economical on fuel with it being able to get 53.3 MPG - 55.4 MPG depending on driving style.

How big is a Hyundai i20 petrol tank?

40 litres.

How far can an i20 go on a full tank?

The i20 has a 40 litre fuel tank. When this is full the i20 can do around 544 miles on a full tank - all driving conditions and style factored in.

How fast can the i20 go?

The i20 can accelerate from 0 - 62 MPH between 6.7 seconds to 11.4 seconds - depending on the engine you have - and has a max speed of 115 MPH to 142.3 MPH.

How much weight can Hyundai i20 carry?

An i20 can carry a max payload of between 530 KG to 560 KG in combined weight - depending on model and spec.

How much does an i20 weight?

If you are wondering "How many KG does a Hyundai i20 weigh", the answer is between 1,620 KG to 1,650 KG depending on which model and specification you decide to buy.

How much does a Hyundai i20 cost?

As pricing goes you are looking at the following prices for each model.

What Awards has the Hyundai i20 won?

The i20 has won a large number of awards around the world. Along with that Critics also rate it really highly. A sample of awards and scores for the i20 range are below.

• Hot Hatch of the Year Award, at the Auto Express New Car Awards
• Premium Hatchback Of The Year Award, from the Car and Bike Awards
• India Car of the Year Award, at the ICOTY Awards
• Company Car of the Year Award, at the Imported Vehicle Awards
• IQS Top-Ranked in Premium Compact Segment Award, at the J.D. Power Awards
• Red Dot Design Awards Winner
• Golden Steering Wheel Readers' Choice Award, at the Auto Bild Awards
• Northern Ireland Car of the Year, at the Ulster Motoring Writers Association Awards
• Product Design Award, at the Transportation, iF Awards
• Car of the Year Award, at the MotorBeam Readers’ Choice Awards
• Car of the Year Award, at the Bloomberg UTV Autocar Awards
• Viewer's Choice Award, at the Bloomberg UTV Autocar Awards

What is the length and width of Hyundai i20?

The i20's is 1,775 mm wide, and between 4,040 mm - 4,075 mm long depending on the model you decide to buy.

How big is the boot on a Hyundai i20?

The i20 has a boot that can hold around 352 litres of space with the rear seats upright.

How many suitcases can you fit in a Hyundai i20?

This depends on your suitcase. If you have a 50 litre suitcase you could carry 6 of them with ease with the rear passenger seats up. If you have larger 100 litre suitcases than you should be able to carry 3 of them with the rear seats up.

Is the i20 classed as a small car?

Yes, the i20 is a Hatchback City Car.

Is the Hyundai i20 big enough for a family?

Yes, for small to medium size families this car is ideal. It's small enough to park in tight parking spaces when shopping or in cities as well; but, also larger than previous i20 models. In fact given that it is a compact city car it can comfortable fit 4 adults. It has also been given a boot size of 352 litres, this should also be more than ample for most shopping trips and days out as well.

Does the i20 come with a hybrid engine?

Yes, it can on some models.

Which is bigger a Hyundai i20 or a Hyundai i10?

Based on the figures below the Hyundai i10 is higher by a little bit; but, the i20 is both wider and longer.

Which is bigger a Hyundai i20 or a Volkswagen Polo?

Based on the figures below they are both very comparable cars when it comes to dimensions and factoring in which model you go for.

Hyundai i20 Metrics

The i20's key stats and metrics include:

How many models of the i20 are there

There are 5 main different models of i20 that you can buy. These include:

• Hyundai i20 SE Connect
• Hyundai N
• Hyundai N Line
• Hyundai Premium
• Hyundai Ultimate

How do the different i20 models differ from each other?

Below we will cover the main key features for each model and how these differ from the prior models.

Hyundai i20 SE Connect key features

• 10.25 inch Digital Cluster
• 16 inch Alloy Wheels
• 48 Volt Hybrid Technology
• 8 inch Touchscreen Display Audio
• Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™
• Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
• DRL Inserts in Bumper
• eCall button
• Front Collision Avoidance (FCA)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)
• Hyundai i20 SE Connect key features
• Intelligent Speed Limit Warning (ISLW)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Rear View Camera

Hyundai i20 N Line key features

The i20 N Line offers the following features over the i20 SE Connect model.

• 10.25 inch Touchscreen Navigation with Bluelink®
• 17 Inch Exclusive N Line Alloy Wheels
• Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror
• Auto Wipers
• Climate Control
• Dual Exhaust Muffler
• Electric Folding Mirrors
• Front Armrest
• Front Fog Lights
• Interior Mood Lighting
• LED Tail Lamps
• N Line Badging, Body Kit and Radiator Grille
• N Line Interior Branding, Accents and Seat Trim
• Phantom Black Pearl Two Tone Roof and matching door mirrors
• Rear Privacy Glass
• Rear USB Port
• Signature DRL (Daytime Running Lights) Integrated into LED Headlamp
• Smart Key / Keyless Entry

Hyundai i20 Premium key features

The i20 Premium offers the following features over the i20 N Line model.

• 10.25 Inch Touchscreen Navigation with Bluelink®
• 17 Inch Alloy Wheels
• Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror
• Auto Wipers
• Chrome Window Surround
• Climate Control
• Electric Folding Mirrors
• Front Armrest
• Front Fog Lights
• Heated Front Seats & Steering Wheel
• Interior Mood Lighting
• LED Tail Lamps
• Rear Privacy Glass
• Rear USB Port
• Signature DRL (Daytime Running Lights) Integrated into LED Headlamp

Hyundai i20 Ultimate key features

The i20 Ultimate offers the following features over the i20 Premium model.

• Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
• BOSE Premium Sound System
• Forward Collision Assist (Junction Turning)
• Grey Dashboard Detail / Interior
• Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
• Phantom Black Pearl Two Tone Roof and matching door mirrors (Standard)
• Smart Key / Keyless Entry
• Wireless Charging Pad

Hyundai i20 N key features

• 18 Inch Matt grey light alloy wheels
• Automatic dimming rear view mirror
• DAB Digital radio
• Electric adjustable heated door mirrors
• Heated steering wheel
• Leather wrapped steering wheel with N logo
• Rear spoiler with integrated LED brake light
• Rear view camera with dynamic limitation signalling
• USB connection

Not sure if the Hyundai i20 is right for you

If you are still not sure if the i20 is the right car for you, why not give our dedicated Hyundai specialists a call and we will be able to help.