Official sketches for the 2020 Hyundai i20 have been revealed, which shows all the changes it will get in the cabin. Also, the engine details are revealed.
Hyundai is going to showcase the 2020 new generation i20 at the Geneva Motor Show. The hatchback will get a complete makeover to get passed off as an even sportier hatchback. Not just by the looks but by its performance too.
Ahead of the auto show, Hyundai has released the official interior sketches of the 2020 i20. As you can see, there’s a completely new dashboard design over here. To note, these interiors are of the US-spec 2020 Hyundai i20, but we might see some similarity in our version too.
Inside the cabin, the i20 flaunts a bigger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which will get the Hyundai Blue Link technology. There’s a new centre console with different AC knobs. Also, don’t miss out on the new steering wheel and the fully digital instrument console.
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Reports reveal that Hyundai is indeed getting the new 1.0 Litre turbo-petrol engine from the Venue. The three-cylinder motor will produce 99 BHP and 118 BHP in another state of tuning. Also, for the global market, the new i20 is getting a 48V mild-hybrid system.
The new turbo petrol engine will be paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. There are chances of it getting a 7-speed DCT gearbox as well. In India, the other two engines will include a 1.2 Litre four-cylinder petrol and a detuned version of Seltos’s 1.5 Litre diesel engine.
Dimensions wise, the 2020 Hyundai i20 is slightly bigger than the outgoing version. It is 5mm longer, 30mm wider and 24mm shorter. Shorter to give it a sporty appearance. Further, its wheelbase has also been increased slightly by 10mm.
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Compared to its current prices starting from Rs 5.6 Lakhs up to Rs 9.41 Lakhs (ex-showroom), the new version would demand a considerable hike. With the turbo motor incoming, the new i20 would also enter the hot-hatch space to go against Polo GT TSI.
