2020 Hyundai i20 Arrives At Dealerships Ahead Of India Launch: Spy Pics & Other Details

Ahead of its launch, the 2020 Hyundai i20 has been spotted arriving at a dealership in the country. Images posted by Carbikereviews reveals a new-gen model in a white paint scheme that is partially covered as well.

The new-gen i20 will feature an all-new design that looks aggressive as compared to the styling on the current-model. It features a new cascading grille, sleek-looking headlamps, a light bar connecting the new wrap-around split tail lamps. The hatchback will also feature a new dual-tone alloy-wheel design, which can be seen from the images as well.

On the inside, Hyundai has packed the new i20's interior with the latest technology and a host of added features. This includes a new dashboard design, two 10.25-inch displays for the instrument cluster, and touchscreen infotainment system, respectively.

The touchscreen infotainment system supports Android Auto and Apple Carplay and the brand's latest ‘BlueLink' connected technology. The upcoming i20 could borrow its connected technology from the Hyundai Venue with the same set of 33 commands featured on the compact-SUV.

Other features that are expected on the new-generation i20 includes automatic climate control, rear AC vents, smartphone wireless charging, leather upholstery, a D-cut steering wheel with mounted controls for audio, cruise control function, electric sunroof and more.

Like other models recently introduced in the brand's portfolio, the new Hyundai i20 is expected to be offered with three engine options. This includes a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, a 1.2-litre petrol unit and the 1.5-litre diesel unit.

The engines are expected to come mated to a five-speed manual gearbox as standard, with optional CVT offered on the 1.2-litre petrol, and a torque converter unit on the 1.5-litre diesel. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol unit could be offered with both six-speed iMT and the seven-speed DCT as well.

Thoughts About The New Hyundai i20 Spotted Arriving At Dealerships Ahead Of India Launch

The current model of the Hyundai i20 hatchback, the Elite-i20, has been on sale for several years now and is need of a major update. The Korean automaker has utilized this opportunity to give the premium hatchback a complete overhaul. The new Hyundai i20 will rival the Tata Altorz, Volkswagen Polo, Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the recently launched Honda Jazz; among other in the Indian market.