Next-generation variant of the Hyundai i20 spied

Hyundai’s premium hatchback, the i20, is undergoing a major makeover. The manufacturer has been developing the next-generation version of the hatchback. The test mule of this car was spotted testing on the outskirts of Chennai where the carmaker’s manufacturing facility is located.

The new i20 has been spied testing before in Europe and many other places in South India. From the set of photos available, we can see that the tail lamps extend into the boot lid of the car. The new hatchback is expected to be based on a brand new platform. The proportions will be larger than the outgoing i20. The changes are more than just small revisions to the current car.

The cabin will also boast of new components with 2-DIN music system and all the connectivity options. The audio controls will be mounted on the steering. The gauges of the car will also be revised and the car will be equipped with climate control.

The new i20 will be made available in both petrol and diesel engines. The petrol trim will be powered by the 1.2-litre Kappa2 engine while the diesel trim will be equipped with the 1.4-litre CRDI unit. The consumers in the European market will also get the 1.0-litre petrol and the 1.1-litre three-cylinder diesel.

Hyundai might unveil the new i20 at the Paris Motor Show scheduled to take place in October this year. When launched, the next-gen i20 will go up against the Maruti Suzuki Swift, Volkswagen Polo and the upcoming Tata Bolt, Honda Jazz and the Fiat Punto facelift in India.

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