Hyundai i20 I (PB) 1.4 (101 Hp)
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Hyundai i20:
The Hyundai i20 is a supermini hatchback produced by Hyundai since 2008. The i20 made its debut at the Paris Motor Show in October 2008, and sits between the i10 and i30. The i20 replaces the Getz in nearly all of its markets, while several markets received the slightly larger Accent/Verna hatchback to replace it instead.
Currently, the largest markets for the i20 are Europe and India, with two different variations being developed to cater to each market.
The Hyundai i20 uses a completely new platform that was created at Hyundai's European technical centre in Rüsselsheim to allow Hyundai to move into Europe's highly competitive subcompact B segment. A 2,525 mm wheelbase helps endow the i20 with a generous passenger cabin. Suspension follows the supermini norm of MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam rear end, with rack and pinion steering....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (PB) Overview:
Hyundai i20 (I (PB)). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1025 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.6 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
A lively petrol engine that provides good responsiveness for daily driving and is competent on longer journeys.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine of this size, though not as frugal as the diesel counterparts.
Best Use Case:
Mixed driving, Commuting
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially with diesel engines
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
- • Spacious interior and boot for its class
- • Reliable and durable build quality
- • Good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Driving dynamics are competent but not particularly engaging
- • Interior materials can feel a bit basic in lower trims
- • Base petrol and automatic engines can feel underpowered
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Design is functional but lacks flair compared to some rivals
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i20 |
| Generation: | I (PB) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (101 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 101 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 137 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4FA |
| Engine displacement: | 1396 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.2-6.0 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 98.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1025 |
| Max. weight: | 1565 |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1060 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 295 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 3940 mm mm |
| Width: | 1710 mm mm |
| Height: | 1490 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2525 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1487 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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