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Hyundai i20 Active vs Volkswagen Polo

i20 Active Vs Polo

Key HighlightsHyundai i20 ActiveVolkswagen Polo
On Road PriceRs.11,95,489*Rs.11,24,127*
Mileage (city)16.36 kmpl15.63 kmpl
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)13961498
TransmissionManualManual
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Hyundai i20 Active vs Volkswagen Polo Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.11,95,489*
Rs.11,24,127*
Finance Available (EMI)NoNo
InsuranceRs.49,900
i20 Active Insurance

Rs.49,134
Polo Insurance

User Rating
4.6
Based on 212 Reviews
4.3
Based on 200 Reviews

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
U2 CRDI Diesel Engine
TDI Diesel Engine
Displacement (cc)
1396
1498
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
88.76bhp@4000rpm
88bhp@4200rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
219.66nm@1500-2750rpm
230nm@1500-2500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Fuel Supply System
CRDI
Direct Injection
Bore X Stroke (mm)
-
77.0 X 80.5
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Super Charger
NoNo
Transmission TypeManual
Manual
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Drive Type
FWD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)16.36
15.63
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)21.19
21.49
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)40
45
Emission Norm Compliance
-
BS IV

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam
Semi-Independent Trailing Arm
Shock Absorbers Type
Gas Filled
-
Steering Type
Power
Power
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.2
4.97
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
0-100kmph (Seconds)
15
-
Tyre Size
195/55 R16
195/55 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
16
16

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
3995
3971
Width (mm)
1760
1682
Height (mm)
1555
1478
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
190
165
Wheel Base (mm)
2570
2470
Front Tread (mm)
-
1460
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1456
Kerb Weight (kg)
1080
1153
Grossweight (kg)
-
1620
Rear Headroom (mm)
970

915

Front Headroom (mm)
970-990

885-995

Front Legroom (mm)
1040-1265

1020-1240

Rear Shoulder Room (mm)
1325

1335

Seating Capacity
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
YesYes
Air Quality Control
YesYes
Remote Trunk Opener
YesNo
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
YesNo
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesNo
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
NoNo
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesNo
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesNo
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesNo
Rear AC Vents
YesNo
Heated Seats Front
NoNo
Heated Seats Rear
NoNo
Seat Lumbar Support
NoNo
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Navigation System
YesNo
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
Bench Folding
Smart Access Card Entry
NoNo
Engine Start Stop Button
YesNo
Glove Box Cooling
YesYes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Voice Command
NoYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
NoNo
USB Charger
Front
No
Steering Mounted TripmeterNoNo
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
Yes
Tailgate Ajar
YesNo
Gear Shift Indicator
NoYes
Rear Curtain
NoNo
Luggage Hook And NetNoNo
Battery Saver
YesNo
Lane Change Indicator
YesYes
Additional FeaturesSmart Pedal
Smart Key
Sunglass Holder
Front Seat Adjustable Headrest
Audio and Bluetooth Controls on Steering Wheel
Power Windows Timelag
Power Windows Switch Illumination Driver Side
Power Windows Auto Up-Down (Driver only)
Clutch Footrest
Ticket Holder
2nd Power Outlet
Theatre Diing Central Room Lamp
Front Map Lamp
Smart Key
Steering Wheel with Audio Controls

Driver Side Dead Pedal
Massage Seats
NoNo
Memory Function Seats
NoNo
One Touch Operating Power Window
NoAll
Autonomous Parking
NoNo
Drive Modes
0
0
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
NoNo
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
NoNo
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
No-

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsNoNo
Fabric Upholstery
YesYes
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayNoNo
Cigarette LighterNoNo
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoNoNo
Folding Table In The Rear
NoNo
Dual Tone Dashboard
NoNo
Additional FeaturesInterior Color Pack Satin Red and Alps Blue,Brown
Sporty Aluminium Pedals
Front and Rear Door Map Pockets
Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket
Rear Parcel Tray
Leather Wrapped Gear Knob
Blue Interior Illumination
Parking Sensor Display
IC Light Adjustment (Rheostat)
Theater Diing Central Room Lamp
Front Map Lamp

Leather Wrapped Gearshift Knob
Aluminium Pedal Cluster
Piano Black Finish On Front Centre Console
Monochrome MFD (Multi-function Display)Includes Travelling Time, Distance Travelled, Digital Speed Display, Average Speed, Fuel Efficiency

Exterior

Available Colors--
Body TypeHatchback
All Hatchback Cars
Hatchback
All Hatchback Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
NoYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
NoNo
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
NoYes
Rear Window Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Washer
YesYes
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel CoversNoNo
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaNoNo
Tinted Glass
NoNo
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Roof CarrierNoNo
Sun Roof
NoNo
Side Stepper
NoNo
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
NoNo
Smoke HeadlampsYesYes
Halogen Headlamps-
Yes
Roof Rail
YesNo
LightingDRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Projector Headlights
Cornering Headlights
Trunk OpenerRemote
Remote
Heated Wing Mirror
No-
Additional FeaturesRear Roof Spoiler with HMSL
Body Cladding on The Side and Wheel Arch
Skid Plate Front and Rear
Rear Garnish on Tailgate
Unique Fuel Cap
B Pillar Black Out Tape
C Pillar Black Finish
Body Coloured Outside Rearview Mirrors
Chrome Outside Door Handles
Dual Tone Front and Rear Bumper
Waistline Moulding Black
Intermittent Variable Front Wiper
Positioning Lamps

Chrome Application On Air Dam
GT Badge On Front Grille and GT Doorstep Garnish

Automatic Driving Lights
-
No
Tyre Size
195/55 R16
195/55 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
16
16

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistNoNo
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
NoNo
No. of Airbags-
2
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesNo
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
NoNo
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Xenon HeadlampsNoNo
Halogen HeadlampsNoYes
Rear Seat Belts
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesNo
Side Impact Beams
YesYes
Front Impact Beams
YesYes
Traction ControlNoNo
Adjustable Seats
YesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
NoNo
Vehicle Stability Control System
NoNo
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
YesYes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
YesYes
Engine Check Warning
YesYes
Clutch LockYesNo
EBD
YesNo
Advance Safety FeaturesCurtain Airbags ,Rear View Camera Display on AVN,Escort Function Headlamps,Dual Horn,Service Reminder,Steering Position Reminder,Auto Unlock Function,Welcome Function
-
Rear Camera
Yes-
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Knee Airbags
NoNo
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
NoNo
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
YesNo
Blind Spot Monitor
NoNo
Hill Descent Control
NoNo
Hill Assist
NoNo
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
360 View Camera
NoNo

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
NoYes
Cd Changer
NoNo
Dvd Player
NoNo
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
NoNo
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Mirror Link
SD Card Reader
Internal Storage
NoNo
No. of Speakers
4
-
Rear Entertainment System
NoNo
Additional FeaturesTweeters Front and Rear
Arkamys Sound
DRM
17.77 cm Touchscreen with IPS Display Audio Video Navigation System
i-Blue(Audio Remote Application)

-
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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Hyundai i20 Active

    • Dual airbags offered as standard. Side and curtain airbags offered on top-end SX grade.
    • Butch crossover styling and 190mm ground clearance.
    • 1.4-litre diesel engine offers great performance and driveability.

    Volkswagen Polo

    • Punchy turbo engine
    • Solid build quality
    • Enthusiast handling
    • Clean and classic looks

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