Hyundai i20 featured here is the second generation of the model and marks a big step forward in terms of quality. The car is easy to drive, silent, and engine ECU compensates very well the lack of throttle press by the driver so it is almost impossible to stall the engine.
Details
Make: Hyundai
Model: Hyundai i20 / Hyundai Elite i20
Production: 2014-
Body type: B-segment hatchback, 5 seats
VIN: NLHB351BAFZ004301
Price without VAT: 12,353 Euros
Engine: 1.2-litre (1,248 cc) in-line four-cylinder transverse mounted naturally aspirated gasoline/petrol engine. The maximum output is 62 kW / 84 PS/hp at 6,000 rpm and peak torque is 122 Nm (approx. 89 ft-lbs), available at 4,000 rpm.
Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Tyres: Michelin Energy Saver 195/55 R16
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 13.1 seconds
Top speed: 170 km/h
Declared average fuel consumption: 4.8 liters of petrol per 100 km
Emissions: EU6, 112 g CO2/km
Fuel tank (l): 50
Dimensions (mm): L 4,035 / w 1,734 / h 1,474
Luggage compartment capacity (l): 326-1,042
Wheelbase (mm): 2,570
Weight (DIN/EU): 980 kg/1,055 kg
Cd: 0.30
Front suspension: Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar, vented disc brakes (256 mm).
Rear suspension: Torsion beam axle, coil springs, solid disc brakes (262).
Main standard equipment
Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, curtain airbags for front and rear seats; ABS; ESC/ESP; TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System); HSA (Hill Start Assist); height and depth adjustable steering column; trip computer; USB; AUX-IN; cruise control; speed limiter; LDWS (Lane Departure Warning); leather steering wheel and gear knob; automatic air conditioning; cooled glovebox compartment; 4 electrically powered windows; rear parking sensors; LED DRL; fog lights; light sensor; rain sensor; front central armrest; heated side mirrors and electrically adjustable and foldable; 16-inch alloy wheels.
Main optional equipment (price in euro, without VAT)
Metallic Paint (233).
Comments
+ easy to drive
+ easy to operate manual transmission
+ roomy
+ very silent suspension
+ excellent soundproofing and NVH
+ ECU compensates throttle to prevent engine stall no mater the clutch pedal position
– poor engine performance
– poor fuel economy
Driven by Adrian M. for 210 km, 8.6 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 4,710 km total mileage of the car.
Filmed at AFI Palace Cotroceni
