The all-new Hyundai i20 has landed in South Africa!Here are detailed specificationsand localpricing for the new i20 compacthatchback.

We’ll be driving the Hyundai i20 in the Western Cape this week and ahead of the launch, some specifications and pricing details have been published onHyundai South Africa’s website. The new Hyundai i20 looks to be a big step up from the previous-generation car and will be taking on the Volkswagen Polo, Ford Fiesta, Kia Rio, Renault Clio, Toyota Starlet, Opel Corsa and Peugeot 208, to name a few. Let’s take a closer look at what the new i20 has to offer.

What standard features are offered on the new Hyundai i20?

The design of the i20 has matured nicely and this is one modern-looking hatchback.

Hyundai is offering its new i20 with both naturally-aspirated and turbocharged petrol engines (more on that below) as well as two levels of trim: Motion and Fluid. There’s also the option of a two-tone finish.

Hyundai i20 Fluid

Infotainment System (Apple CarPlay /Android Auto)

Steering Wheel Multifunction Controls (Bluetooth, audio, onboard computer)

Cruise control

Manual air conditioner

3.5 Inch Supervision Cluster

Front & Rear USB Connection

Wireless Charging

Electric/Auto Folding Side Mirrors

Black cloth seat trim

Black front grill

16-inchAlloy Wheels

Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags

ABS with EBD braking systems

Central locking with remote

Rear Park Assist & Camera

Hyundai i20 Motion

Infotainment System (Apple CarPlay /Android Auto)

Steering Wheel Multifunction Controls (Bluetooth, audio, onboard computer)

Manual air conditioner

3.5 Inch Supervision Cluster

Black cloth seat trim

Black front grill

15-inch Steel Wheels

Driver and passenger airbags

ABS with EBD braking systems

Central locking with remote

Rear Park Assist & Camera

The Hyundai i20 cabin looks like a pleasant place to be with a comprehensive standard features list.

Engine and Transmission

Hyundai is offering its new i20 with a blend of naturally-aspirated petrol and turbocharged petrol engines and customers have the choice of manual, automatic or dual-clutch transmissions.

Kicking off the range is a naturally-aspirated 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder motor developing 61 kW and 115 Nm, which is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and is claimed to consume5.9 L/100 km.

For those wanting an automatic, Hyundai offers its i20 with a slightly more powerful 1.4-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine, which produces 74 kW and 133 Nm. This powertrain claims a fuel economy figure of 7.5 L/100 km.

Sitting at the top of the range is the new 1.0-litre turbocharged, 3-cylinder engine with 90 kW and 172Nm on tap. Customers can choose from a manual gearbox or a quick-shifting dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The manual-equipped version returns 6.5 L/100 km, while its DCT sibling is a touch thirstier at 6.9 L/100 km.

A dual-clutch transmission paired to a turbocharged engine makes its way into the Hyundai i20.

How much does the new Hyundai i20 cost in South Africa?

The new Hyundai i20 is sold with a5-year / 150 000 km manufacturer’s warranty,additional 2-year / 50 000 km manufacturer’s powertrain warranty,5 Year / 160 000 km Manufacturer’s Perforation Warranty,7-year / 150 000 km roadside assistance and4-year / 60 000 km service plan with intervals every 15 000 km.

Hyundai i20 1.2 Fluid Manual – R289 900

Hyundai i20 1.2 Fluid Manual Two-tone – R294 900

Hyundai i20 1.4 Motion Auto – R305 900

Hyundai i20 1.0 TGDI Fluid MT – R330 900

Hyundai i20 1.0 TGDI Fluid MT Two-tone – R335 900

Hyundai i20 1.0 TGDI Fluid DCT– R355 900

Hyundai i20 1.0 TGDI Fluid DCT Two-tone – R360 900

Further Reading

Hyundai Creta (2021) Review

Hyundai i20 N Line Previews Hardcore Hot Hatch

Hyundai i20 (2021) International Launch Review