Hyundai i20 Era, Magna, Sportz, Asta, and Asta(O) Variants Explained: Which One Should You Buy?

Hyundai Motor India on September 8 launched the latest iteration of the i20 in the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs 6.99 lakh for the entry-level Era MT and going up to Rs 11.01 lakh for the top-spec Asta (O) IVT. Prices are ex-showroom. The bookings for the facelifted model are already underway at select dealerships. The premium hatchback is offered with a single powertrain –  a 1.2-litre petrol engine. This engine is capable of churning out 82bhp and 115Nm of peak torque. On offer are two transmission options: a 5-speed manual and a CVT automatic. With this update, the manufacturer no longer offers the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol mill. However, the turbo-petrol unit is on the cards for the N-Line variants, which are due for a makeover soon. The exterior design elements include a redesigned grille, headlamps with inverted L-shaped LED daytime running lights, altered front and rear bumpers, and a new set of 16-inch alloy wheels. Similar to the Verna, the new Hyundai logo is now positioned on the bonnet rather than the grille. 

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Hyundai i20 Facelift: Variant-wise Features

Unlike the pre-facelift model, the new Hyundai i20 is available in five variants – Era, Magna, Sportz, Asta, and Asta(O). The Era, the Magna, and the Asta are available with manual transmission only and are priced at Rs 6.99 lakh, Rs 7.70 lakh, and Rs 9.29 lakh, respectively. On the other hand, the Sportz and the Asta (O) get a choice of either a manual transmission or an IVT. The price of the i20 Sportz starts at Rs 8.33 lakh and goes up to Rs 9.38 lakh, while the Asta (O) retails at a starting price of Rs 9.98 lakh and tops out at Rs 11.01 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom. 

The hatchback's cabin incorporates a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an electric sunroof, a seven-speaker Bose music system, a digital driver's display, wireless phone charging, USB Type-C fast charging connectors, and an air purifier. Other bits include Hyundai's BlueLink connectivity, OTA updates, and TPMS. In terms of safety, 6 airbags, electronic stability control, HAC, VSM, ABS, EBD, etc. are offered as standard. For a better understanding, here's a look at the variant-wise features of the Hyundai i20:

Hyundai i20 Era:

-  Six airbags

-  ABS with EBD

- ESC, HAC, and VSM

-  Rear parking sensors

-  Central locking

-  Speed-sensing auto door lock

-  Seat-belt reminder system

-  ISOFIX mounts

-  3-point seatbelts

-  Halogen headlamps

-  Body-coloured bumpers, door handles, ORVMs

-  14-inch steel wheels

-   Black and grey interior theme

-  Digital cluster with TFT multi-information display

-  Manual AC

-  Front seat adjustable headrest

-  Engine stop-start system

-  Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering

-  Front power windows

Hyundai i20 Magna (In addition to the Era):

-  TPMS

-  Automatic headlamps

-  LED DRLs 

-  15-inch steel wheels with hub wheel covers

-  8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system

-  Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

-  Foldable key

-  Shark-fin antenna

-  Steering wheel with audio and Bluetooth controls

-  Electrically adjustable ORVMs

-  Voice recognition

-  Window auto-down (driver only)

-  Rear AC vents

-  Front and rear power windows

Hyundai i20 Sportz (In addition to the Magna):

-  Reverse parking camera

-  Driver rear view monitor 

-  Emergency stop signal 

-  Z-shaped LED tail lamps

-  Turn indicators on wing mirrors

-  16-inch dual-tone steel wheel

-  Height-adjustable driver seat

-  Auto climate control with digital display

-  Cruise control

-  Drive modes (CVT only)

-  Glove box cooling

Hyundai i20 Asta (In addition to the Sportz):

-  Puddle lamps

-  Welcome function

-  Smart key

-  LED headlamps, DRLs

-  Chrome door handles

-  16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels

-  Blue ambient lighting

-  Leather-wrapped gear knob and steering wheel

-  Electric sunroof

-  Bose Premium 7-speaker music system

-  Power windows: auto up/down (Driver only)

-  Wireless charger

-  Rear wiper and washer

Hyundai i20 Asta (O) (In addition to the Asta):

-  BlueLink connectivity

-  Height-adjustable front seat belts

-  Rear seat adjustable headrests

-  10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system

-  OTA updates

-  H2C with Alexa integration

-  Voice-enabled smart electric sunroof

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Hyundai i20 Facelift: Price, Colour Options

The price of the new i20 ranges between Rs 6.99 lakh and Rs 11.01 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom. In terms of market rivalry, the new model goes up against the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, the Tata Altroz, and others. A range of 8 different colour schemes is available with the hatchback – Amazon Grey, Starry Night, Fiery Red, Atlas White, Titan Grey, Typhoon Silver, Fiery Red with a black roof, and Atlas White with a black roof.