Hyundai sells the i20 with three engine choices - 1.2 liter petrol, 1.4 liter petrol and a 1.4 liter diesel. The 1.2 liter DOHC 16 valve petrol engine is a straight lift from the more affordable Hyundai i10. It is capable of 79 BHP (five,200 rpm) and 112 NM of torque (4,000 rpm). Power is only just about adequate within the city with the power plant feeling refined at lower rpms. But, low end torque delivery is not impressive with most reviewers commenting that a frequent downshift from 2nd gear (to 1st) was required in moving visitors.
Highway performance is unimpressive, particularly with 4 passengers and luggage onboard. The 1.2 liter petrol is top for a sedate driving style and city use only. Owners comment that the light steering, clutch (specially) and gearshift make piloting the i20 a breeze inside the city. The engine of selection is the 1.four liter diesel. This popular-rail unit is rated at 89 BHP (4000 rpm), 220 NM torque (1750 - 2750 rpm) and is amongst the most effective diesel engines obtainable in Indian hatchbacks. The 1.4 CRDi is quick (relative to its diesel competition) and can do the - 100 in 12.7 seconds.
Slight turbo-lag is noticeable this takes some acquiring employed to in the city, but the lag is lesser than in the Swift diesel. Above 1,800 rpms, the vehicle pulls effortlessly and there is torque all through the range (wide power band). The 1,800 - four,200 rpm range is particularly useful. Midrange is quick and maintaining high speeds a reality. The diesel can also revv up to 5,000 rpms, valuable for when you want to overtake that truck in the exact same gear. Overall refinement levels of the diesel are beneficial, though cold idles are a tad noisy. The gear shift has a butter-smooth operation on the 1.2 liter petrol, though some 1.four diesel owners reported only an above average shift top quality.
Convenience seekers were delighted with the 1.four liter petrol engine that is available exclusively with a 4 speed automatic transmission. The 1.four liter petrol is rated at 99BHP (5500 rpm) and 136 NM of torque (4200 rpm). The extra power (over the 1.2 petrol) is instantly noticeable, owners report that the automatic gearbox & the 1.4L petrol are nicely mated. The automatic gearbox has sufficiently smooth gearshifts and provides an very suitable choice to city slickers. The suspension is set on the firmer side - typical of European cars - however ride high quality is acceptable over most road conditions. However, some owners did mention that the rear seat can get bumpy on uneven roads and that sizeable potholes can catch the i20 out.
As the speedometer needle climbs, ride quality improves and on the highway, ride good quality is sufficiently compliant. Grip levels are secure, predictable and will suit most drivers. Still, the enthusiast shouldn't anticipate too much. An over-assisted light steering feels outstanding inside the city, albeit lifeless at speed. Body roll is noticeable under hard cornering too. High speed stability is satisfactory, but the European hatches (like the Fabia or Punto for instance) are in a diverse league. The i20 is adept at cruising rather than rapidly cornering. Braking received A+ rating, specifically on the 1.4 engine variants (petrol and diesel) which are equipped with 14 inch disc brakes all around.
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