Introduction
Hyundai
Elite i20 one
of the keenly looked hatchback by automobile lovers is finally here for an opening
price of Rs. 4.89 lakh, with top-end variant to
cost you about Rs. 7.67 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Elite
i20 comes in two engine choices - a 1.2-litre petrol and a 1.4-litre diesel, but
end users have five variants, namely, Era, Magna, Sportz, Sportz (O) and Asta
to choose from.
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| Elite i20 |
It was first conceptualized and designed at Hyundai's
Design Centre Europe in Russelsheim, Germany. The new model of the hatchback
features the company's 'Fluidic Sculpture 2.0' design philosophy. While the car
has an entirely new look, it remains unchanged mechanically.
Getting to know about
Hyundai Elite i20
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| Rear View of elite i20 |
The front façade of the car been christened with
Hyundai's new signature hexagonal grille and a new thin horizontal strip that
meets the head-lamps. It’s interesting to observe that even the rear profile
also looks completely distinct, thanks to the 'boomerang' shaped tail-lights,
and new wrap -around windows among other changes. The side profile has been
blessed with dark treatment of the C-pillar, which gives the car more
attractive.
Build & Quality
The cabin has been renovated. What you will
notice is the new extended wheelbase, which makes the Elite i20 more spacious.
It also acquires a new 3-spoke steering wheel as an alternative to the 4-spoke
steering found in the old model.
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| Plush Interiors |
Build quality is just about average and Honda
Mobilio scores over it clearly.Elite i20 comes in dual-tone dashboard, climate control, double-DIN
audio player, rear AC vents, four airbags, ABS with EBD, touch-screen music system,
push start-stop button and other more. A small caveat that above mentioned
features are available on the mid and top variants of the car.
Cheat-sheet
Hyundai
Elite i20 Petrol vs rivals - Engine comparison
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Engine details
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Hyundai Elite i20
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Maruti Suzuki Swift
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Fiat Punto Evo
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Volkswagen Polo
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Nissan Micra
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Capacity
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1197cc
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1197cc
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1172cc
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1198cc
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1198cc
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No of cylinders
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4
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4
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4
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3
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3
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Power
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81.86bhp
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85.80bhp
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67.06bhp
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73.97bhp
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74.96bhp
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Torque
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11.7kgm
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11.62kgm
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9.78kgm
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11.21kgm
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10.60kgm
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Hyundai
Elite i20 Diesel vs rivals - Engine comparison
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Engine details
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Hyundai Elite i20
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Maruti Suzuki Swift
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Fiat Punto Evo
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Volkswagen Polo
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Nissan Micra
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Capacity
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1396cc
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1248cc
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1248cc
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1498cc
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1461cc
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No of cylinders
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4
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4
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4
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4
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4
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Power
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88.76bhp
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73.97bhp
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74.96bhp
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89bhp
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63.12bhp
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Torque
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22.4kgm
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19.37kgm
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20.08kgm
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23.45kgm
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16.31kgm
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Hyundai
Elite i20 vs rivals - Dimension comparison
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Cars
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Wheelbase
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Length
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Width
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Height
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Hyundai
Elite i20
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2570mm
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3985mm
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1734mm
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1505mm
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Fiat
Punto Evo
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2510mm
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3989mm
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1687mm
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1525mm
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Volswagen
Polo
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2469mm
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3971mm
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1682mm
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1469mm
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Nissan
Micra
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2450mm
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3825mm
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1665mm
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1530mm
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Maruti
Swift
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2430mm
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3850mm
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1695mm
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1530mm
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Prices & General Observations
Variant
Types
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Petrol Variants
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Diesel Variats
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Era
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Rs. 4.89 lakh
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Rs. 6.10 lakh
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Magna
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Rs. 5.42 lakh
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Rs. 6.62 lakh
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Sportz
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Rs. 5.94 lakh
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Rs. 7.14 lakh
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Asta
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Rs. 6.47 lakh
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Rs. 7.67 lakh
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Two of the departments
that Elite i20 clearly scores over Honda, Fiat, Suzuki, TATA, Volkswagen & Chevrolet
is in the looks & price. Killer and sexy to be honest. But in terms of
driving comfort, mileage and brand – Honda & Volkswagen tops the chart. If
you own a Honda or Volks , Hyundai doesn’t stand a chance. But if you are not a
brand conscious person, Elite i20 could be just perfect for you.
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