The latest generation of the Hyundai i20 was recently launched in India with new engines and even more premium features than before. At prices starting from Rs 6.80 lakh to Rs 11.18 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), it’s now one among the foremost expensive premium hatchbacks within the market. The mid-spec Sportz variant is that the entry-point for the turbo-petrol engine option which is obtainable with the segment-first clutchless manual transmission (iMT). But is it well worth the premium over the entry-spec Magna variant with the opposite powertrain options? we discover out.
Exterior :
Halogen headlamps
LED daytime running lamp
16-inch styled wheels
Z-shaped LED taillights with connecting chrome garnish
Turn Indicators on ORVM
Interior:
Digital instrument cluster with MID
Height adjustable driver’s seat
Adjustable front headrests
Rear parcel tray
Comfort and
lectrically-adjustable, power-folding ORVMs
Manual AC
Rear AC vents
Audio:
8-inch touchscreen
Wireless Android Auto + Apple CarPlay
Voice Recognition
6-speaker audio system
The Sportz variant of the new i20 attracts a premium of nearly a lakh over the previous Magna variant and does begin to seem premium at now with larger wheels and a touchscreen infotainment system. If you’re on a strict budget, we’d recommend going for the Magna-spec and fitting it with accessories afterwards. But if you would like an automatic variant of the new i20, the Sportz is basically the entry-level option for you and a worthwhile choice.
Between the 1.2-litre petrol CVT and therefore the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol with the clutchless manual, we’d recommend the latter. While the CVT is best fitted to the town , the more powerful turbo variant performs better on the highway.