Hyundai i20 Base Era Variant Re-Introduced, Makes Premium Hatchback More Accessible By Rs 88,000
The lower-spec Magna Executive and Magna variants are up to Rs 13,000 more affordable than before
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The Hyundai i20 premium hatchback has received a model-year update, with prices starting from Rs 5.99 lakh. As part of this update, the i20’s base-spec Era variant has been reintroduced. Its other two lower trims, Magna Executive and Magna, also become more affordable. If you’re curious about the updated prices as well as equipment, read below:
Prices
The updated trims of the Hyundai i20 and their prices are listed below:
| Variant |
New Price |
Old Price |
Difference |
| Era MT |
Rs 5.99 lakh |
— |
— |
| Magna Executive MT |
Rs 6.74 lakh |
Rs 6.87 lakh |
(-)Rs 13,000 |
| Magna |
Rs 7 lakh |
Rs 7.12 lakh |
(-)Rs 12,000 |
It should be noted that Hyundai hasn’t specified the transmission options of the prices mentioned. Unlike the Era and Magna Executive, which are offered only with a manual option, the Magna is offered with both manual and CVT (automatic) options.
What’s New?
The entry-level Era trim is now equipped with essentials like halogen headlamps, semi-digital driver’s display with multi-info display (MID), Type-C USB charger, telescopic steering, keyless entry, electrically adjustable ORVM, manual AC and steering-mounted audio and calling controls. In terms of safety, it gets six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill start assist, rear parking sensors and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Besides the new base variant, the Magna variant has also been updated with features like an electric sunroof, LED DRLs, rear AC vents and a front armrest with storage.
| Additional Offering: If you are buying any of these three lower variants, Hyundai is offering you a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a rear parking camera as a dealership fitment for Rs 14,999. It is backed by a 3-year warranty. |
The i20 is now available in a total of seven variants: Era, Magna Executive, Magna, Sportz, Sportz (O), Asta and Asta (O). The Sportz (O) and Asta (O) can also be had with a special Knight edition.
Other Features And Safety
The i20 in its top-spec is loaded with features like a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 7-speaker Bose sound system, a single-pane sunroof, auto AC with rear vents, tilt and telescopic adjustments for steering and ambient lighting.
Safety is taken care of by 6 airbags (as standard), ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill start assist, rear parking camera with rear parking sensors and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
Powertrain Options
The Hyundai i20 is powered by a single 1.2-litre NA petrol engine option, specifications of which are as follows:
| Engine option |
1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol |
|
| Power |
83 PS |
88 PS |
| Torque |
115 Nm |
115 Nm |
| Transmission |
5-speed manual |
5-speed CVT |
Rivals
The Hyundai i20 rivals the likes of Maruti Baleno, Toyota Glanza and Tata Altroz, with a price range of them listed below:
| Model |
Ex-showroom Price |
| Maruti Baleno |
Rs 5.99 lakh to Rs 9.10 lakh |
| Toyota Glanza |
Rs 6.39 lakh to Rs 9.44 lakh |
| Tata Altroz |
Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 10.51 lakh |
With this latest update, the Hyundai i20, along with the Maruti Baleno, is now the most affordable hatchback in its segment.
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