Hyundai i20 Facelift Unveiled Globally with Updated Looks and ADAS, India Launch Soon

The face-lifted version of the Hyundai i20 has been unveiled for the European market and is expected to make its way to our market soon, probably later this year if we believe some industry sources. According to the company, production of the face-lifted model will begin in the third quarter of 2023. The updated i20 looks sporty and fresh in terms of styling. Standard as well as optional ADAS functionalities play a crucial role in keeping passengers safe. Adding to this are a couple of new exterior colour options the new vehicle offers. These options include Lime metallic colour, Lumen Grey and a Meta Blue pearl shade. Being a facelift, the i20 is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine that is mated to a 7-speed DCT automatic and a 6-speed manual gearbox. In the domestic market, the i20 is expected to be styled close to the international-spec version. Once launched, the i20 facelift will be up against the Tata Altroz, the Toyota Glanza, and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. 

Launched in 2020, the existing Hyundai i20 currently retails between Rs 7.46 lakh and Rs 11.88 lakh (ex-showroom) in the country. Apart from the i20 Facelift, the all-new Exter SUV, the Creta Facelift & more are listed among would-be launches in India. 

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Hyundai i20 Facelift: What's changed visually?

The face-lifted version of the i20 now looks sportier than before. For that, credit goes to its redesigned bumpers at both ends and and a revised grille. The front bumper has been redone and now gets large inlets on either side, and there are some tweaks to LED daytime running lights as well. Meanwhile, the Hyundai 2D logo has been positioned at the base of the bonnet. The LED headlights, however, remain unaltered. 

At the rear, the updated i20 sports a new design for alloy wheels that are 16- or 17-inches in size, along with a redesigned bumper. Adding to 2023 updates is an easily noticeable faux diffuser. Other than these changes, the car remains the same while retaining the creases and cuts the previous version gets. 

Hyundai i20 Facelift: Revised Features

Moving to its equipment and features, the Hyundai i20 Facelift now comes equipped with ADAS functions as standard that include lane keep assist, forward collision warning, and more, along with optional ADAS features offering a smart cruise control system, blind spot collision avoidance, etc. There is also a revised instrument panel, housing a 10.25-inch digital instrument display. In addition, the car also gets an optional 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Otherwise, in terms of interior, the updated model is identical to the outgoing model.

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Hyundai i20 Facelift: Powertrain & Performance

A 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine powers the i20 facelift. This engine is offered in two states of tune. The lower trim pushes out around 99bhp, while the top trim makes about 119bhp of power. The engine comes paired with a 7-speed DCT automatic as well as a 6-speed manual gearbox.