Hundai i20

Hyundai 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 Bluetoothcontrols

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 Bluetoothcontrols