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Hyundai i20 II Elite (facelift 2018) 1.2 Kappa Dual (83 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
II Elite (facelift 2018) Overview:
Hyundai i20 (II Elite (facelift 2018)). With 115 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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.
1.2 Kappa Dual (83 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Perfectly adequate for urban driving and daily commutes, but can feel strained when accelerating hard or at higher speeds on the open road.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy in city conditions, though it might drop when pushed harder on highways.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern and attractive styling post-facelift
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Well-equipped with features for its price point
- • Economical diesel engine option (1.4 CRDi)
- • Reputation for good reliability and strong warranty
Cons:
- • Petrol engines (1.2 Kappa Dual) can feel underpowered on highways
- • CVT transmission can be unengaging under hard acceleration
- • Rear drum brakes on some lower trims
- • Some interior plastics feel hard compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: April, 2021 - August, 2023).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i20 |
| Generation: | II Elite (facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 Kappa Dual (83 Hp) |
| Start of production: | May, 2018 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 83 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.3 Hp/l [90mm less] |
| Torque: | 115 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4LA More details about the engine G4LA |
| Engine displacement: | 1197 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, Dual VTVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 3985 mm mm [90mm less] |
| Width: | 1734 mm mm [41mm less] |
| Height: | 1505 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14; 185/65 R15; 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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