A Closer Look at the 2024 Hyundai i20: What's New and Improved

The 2024 model year sees changes to Hyundai's i20 vehicle. Automakers constantly look for ways to improve their offerings and stay ahead of the competition. Hyundai has focused on enhancing certain aspects of the i20's performance or introducing new technology features for the upcoming version.

Refreshes allow companies to address areas for potential improvement and give consumers motivating reasons to choose updated models. As details on the 2024 Hyundai i20 emerge, it will be interesting to observe what modifications have been implemented and how well they are received in the marketplace. Read on to learn about the improvements made to the Hyundai i20.

1. Front Outlook

At first look, the changes to the i20's design are subtle. It still has that same familiar feel overall. A few new touches have been added, though. The lights up front before and after the main headlights now have an inverted L shape with LED lights. The front grille has a cool new pattern, like diamonds or jewels. The front bumper and bottom skid plate underneath were updated, too.

One difference is that the old fog lights on earlier models have been removed. The Hyundai logo that used to be within the grille is now higher on the front of the hood. Overall, Hyundai gave the i20 some modified styling cues but didn't do a full overhaul, so it remains recognisable as the same car.

2. Interior Features

On the inside, the layout has mostly stayed the same. The dash and all still look the same as before. One difference, though, is a nicer colour scheme—the new model has a mix of black and beige colours instead of just all black like the previous version. Feature-wise, both cars have the same cool stuff, like the big 10-inch touchscreen, digital instrument panel, and sunroof. The only new addition is USB-C charging ports.

Safety has been boosted a bit, too, on the facelifted i20. It has six total airbags to help protect passengers. Other standard safety gear includes child seat anchors, electronic stability control, hill assist, rear-view mirror that adjusts for night or day, vehicle stability management, and seatbelts for all seats. So, in terms of protecting occupants, Hyundai has made improvements there compared to the earlier i20s. All in all, nothing has changed on the inside between the old and new models, but a few extras like colours, ports, and safety features have been added.

Making an informed decision about a car purchase involves more than knowing its interior features. This is where platforms like ACKO Drive come into play, ushering in India's new era of automotive content.

The ACKO Drive website goes beyond listing specs and features. It offers a comprehensive approach to car buying, providing the latest news, in-depth reviews, and cutting-edge tech content. For potential i20 buyers, this means access to detailed insights about how these interior features perform in real-world conditions, how they compare to competitors, and whether they truly add value to the driving experience. By leveraging ACKO Drive's resources, you can better understand the i20's interior offerings.

3. Rear

The back of the car also has mostly stayed the same. The Z-shaped rear lights are kept as LEDs like before. The main difference is a changed bumper with silver trim across the bottom, almost like a newly added skid plate. So, from behind, it looks the same as the old model in shape and light. Just that bumper area facing down gets a little refresh. Overall, Hyundai has taken a pretty subtle approach to the redesign, focusing more on minor tweaks here and there rather than a total overhaul of the exterior look front to back.

4. Powertrain

The engine lineup has undergone some reshuffling. Previously, the regular i20 offered a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine option. However, this has been discontinued now. Instead, the updated i20 has a 1.2-litre Kappa petrol engine. It produces around 81.8 bhp of maximum power and 115 Nm of peak torque. This 1.2-litre engine can be operated with a 5-speed manual gearbox or an automatic IVT (intelligent variable transmission). The sporty i20 N Line variant retains the more powerful 1.0-litre T-GDI turbo petrol engine.

The 1.2-litre motor should be on par with the outgoing 1.0-litre unit in terms of performance and efficiency. Both manual and automatic transmission options will continue to be available.

5. New Base Variant

The older i20 model had four main versions: Magna, Sportz, Asta, and Asta (O). The Magna was the lowest or base version. With the newly updated i20, Hyundai has introduced an even more entry-level or affordable version called the Era.

So, buyers now have an even cheaper option to buy the i20. The other versions, like Magna, Sportz, etc., are still available at higher prices. However, with this new Era variant, the i20 has become more accessible for those wanting to purchase it on a tighter budget.

6. Price Range & Rivals

The updated Hyundai i20 prices range from around Rs.6.99 lakhs to Rs.11.16 lakhs (ex-showroom), varying slightly across states in India. In this price segment, the i20 competes mainly against popular hatchback options like the Tata Altroz, Maruti Suzuki Baleno, and Toyota Glanza.

Many customers will consider these vehicles as alternatives when deciding what car to purchase within a similar budget. With a decent feature upgrade and reshuffled engines, Hyundai hopes the new i20 will help them continue gaining sales in this highly contested small car space, where rivals like Altroz and Baleno offer substantial value.

The Bottom Line

Hyundai has given its i20 model some nice subtle upgrades for 2024. While the changes are mostly small, they've improved style, features, safety, and options. The lower-priced Era variant also makes the i20 more accessible.

With strong competition, it will be interesting to see if customers feel these refinements are enough to keep the i20 appealing in its segment. Overall, though, Hyundai is clearly striving to enhance the i20 experience for new buyers.

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