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Hyundai i20 III N 1.6 T-GDi (204 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)
III Overview:
Hyundai i20 (III). With 275 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1205 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.7 s). The top speed reaches 229 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.
The Hyundai i20 III achieved a respectable 4-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating solid protection for adult and child occupants, though some areas like safety assist could be improved.
N 1.6 T-GDi (204 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Outstanding performance for a supermini, delivering exhilarating acceleration and a true hot hatch experience.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance, but it's reasonable for a high-output engine of this class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and modern exterior design
- • Spacious interior for its class with good boot capacity
- • Efficient mild-hybrid engine options available
- • Feature-rich infotainment and safety technology
- • Hyundai i20 N offers true hot hatch performance
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
- • Base 1.2 MPi engine can feel underpowered on highways
- • Ride can be firm on larger wheel sizes
- • N model is significantly more expensive than other trims
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Active (facelift 2018): 2018 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i20 |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | N 1.6 T-GDi (204 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 2021 |
| End of production: | August, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 204 Hp @ 5500-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 127.7 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 275 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4FP More details about the engine G4FP |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-CVVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 7.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 6.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 229 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.8 kg/Hp, 171.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 231.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.4 sec |
| 100 km/h - 0: | 33.9 m |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1190-1220 |
| Max. weight: | 1650 |
| Max. roof load: | 70 kg |
| Max load: | 430-460 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1165 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 352 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1110 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 70 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4075 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1775 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [89mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Front track: | 1544 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1541 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.54 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc, 320 mm [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 262 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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