Hyundai Elite i20

Hyundai Elite i20 Review

Hyundai Elite i20 Exterior And Interior Design

The Hyundai Elite i20 features the brand's signature cascading grille, sleek headlamps with projectors and LED DRLs, along with some subtle chrome bits. The latest Elite i20 also gets a newly-designed bumper which incorporates a pair of `arrowhead` fog lamps. The i20 hatchback has gone through three generations since its introduction in 2008.

The side profile of the Hyundai Elite i20 features blacked-out B and C-pillars, creating a floating roof silhouette. The doors have got fibre garnishes. The top variants of the Hyundai Elite i20 get 16-inch five-spoke alloy wheels too.

The rear of the Hyundai i20 has a modern-looking pair of tail lamps. The rear bumper of the Elite i20 gets a one-sided reverse lamp while the other side features just the reflector. The number plate is placed on the centre of the tailgate and not on the bumper, as on the previous generations.

The Hyundai Elite i20 gets beige & black dual-tone interiors as standard. Satin Red and Tangerine Orange interior packs are also on offer in the new Elite i20, for those who find the regular interiors boring. The seats offer good ergonomics and there is decent space for rear passengers. A sliding front armrest and rear AC vents add further comfort.

Hyundai Elite i20 Engine And Performance

The latest Hyundai i20 draws power from the existing 1.2-litre petrol and 1.4-litre diesel engines. The petrol engine produces 82bhp @ 6000rpm and 115Nm @ 4000rpm and comes mated either to a 5-speed manual gearbox or a CVT unit.

The Hyundai Elite i20 diesel makes 89bhp @ 4000rpm and 220Nm @ 1500rpm. The diesel engine comes with only a 6-speed manual gearbox.

While the petrol engine offers decent performance for general use, it is the diesel variant of the Elite i20 which has more demand. The diesel i20 has got lots of torque and the availability of a sixth gear makes the hatchback highway-friendly.

Hyundai Elite i20 Fuel Efficiency

The petrol Elite i20 has a mileage of 19.8km/l. Compared to the competition, the petrol version doesn't offer the best mileage figure. However, the diesel Hyundai Elite i20 has got a mileage of 22.5km/l; a good number for the engine's power output.

Hyundai Elite i20 Important Features

The Hyundai Elite i20 features a lot in its latest avatar. The hatchback gets headlamps with projectors and LED DRLs, climate control, Arkamys eight-speaker audio, automatic headlamps and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The new Elite i20 also has Hyundai's 'Auto Link' connectivity feature.

Coming to safety features, the Hyundai Elite i20 gets six airbags (dual airbags come as standard), ABS EBD,  smart pedal (applies only the brakes while both the brake and accelerator pedals are pressed hard), rear parking sensors and camera, impact-sensing door locks and ISOFIX child seat mounts.

Hyundai Elite i20 Verdict

The latest Hyundai Elite i20 received some much-needed updates to gain vital market share in the premium hatchback segment. The new exterior updates bring the best of Hyundai's 'Fluidic Design' concept and make the Elite i20, a good hatchback to look at. The car offers all the features and comfort you would expect. The availability of a petrol automatic variant further increases the desirability of the car.