The third-generation Hyundai i20 has been spotted
once again during testing, this time with a little less camouflage than before. Mind you, the most sensitive
areas are still covered with a black cloth but this time we can see more of the
supermini’s design, including the interior. Hyundai’s competitor for the Ford
Fiesta, VW Polo and the like will bring a more dynamic look on the outside,
with sleeker headlights with integrated DRLs flanking a new cascading grille.
Another striking exterior element is the ascending
waistline that connects the headlights and the taillights. The camouflage does
not allow us to see their shape, but a look at the vehicle’s digital instrument
panel reveals the design of the car and it looks like the taillights will be
united by a horizontal light bar.
The interior shots also reveal a fully digital
instrument panel as well as a sizable infotainment display atop the center
console. The 2020 Hyundai i20 will use the same platform as the current model
but modifications will bring significant improvements in terms of handling. The
engine lineup is expected to stay the same for the regular model.
It will include a 1.0-liter T-GDI turbocharged
three-cylinder with 100 PS and 120 PS or a 1.2-liter naturally
aspirated four-cylinder with 75 PS and 84 PS. Transmission
choices will include five- or six-speed manual unit and a seven-speed DCT
dual-clutch gearbox.
The big news will be the addition of a 1.6-liter
turbo-four in the new i20 N hot hatch variant producing 204 PS. The
range-topping model will also feature a firmer suspension, uprated brakes, and
a sportier styling.
