2023 Hyundai i20's variants explained: Which one offers most value
What's the story
Hyundai has introduced the 2023 version of its popular hatchback model, the i20 in India. The updated car gets a revised fascia with LED headlamps and a new Amazon Gray paint scheme.
It is available in five trim levels namely Era, Magna, Sportz, Asta, and Asta(O). Which one is right for you?
Here's a look at the variant-wise features of the refreshed premium hatchback.
Variant #1
Era trim
The base Era trim of the i20 features body-colored bumpers, sweptback halogen headlamps, rear parking sensors, and 14-inch steel wheels.
Inside, it gets a seatbelt reminder system, a speed alert system, six airbags, ABS, EBD, ESC, manual AC, tilt and telescopic adjustable steering, and front power windows.
It draws power from a 1.2-liter naturally-aspirated, inline-four petrol motor available in two tunes: 87hp/115Nm and 82hp/115Nm.
Variant #2
Magna model
The Magna model has everything from the previous trim and gets LED DRLs, a shark-fin antenna, and larger 15-inch steel wheels with hub wheel covers on the outside.
Its spacious cabin features rear AC vents, power windows, an 8.0-inch infotainment system with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a foldable key fob.
It remains mechanically identical.
Variant #3
Sportz variant
The mid-spec Sportz variant sports Z-shaped LED taillights, 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, and a rear-view camera with adaptive guidelines.
On the inside, the five-seater cabin has a height-adjustable driver seat, automatic climate control, and cruise control.
Its 1.2-liter petrol motor is mated to either a 5-speed manual or an iVT gearbox. It also gets multiple driving modes with the latter.
Variant #4
Asta trim
The second-to-top Asta trim is loaded with features such as puddle lamps, LED headlamps, 16-inch diamond-cut wheels, and a rear wiper and washer.
Its cabin gets a leather-wrapped gear knob and steering wheel, blue-colored ambient lighting, an electric sunroof, a wireless charger, a smart key with a welcome function, and a premium 7-speaker Bose sound system.
It remains mechanically identical to the Sportz trim.
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Asta (O) model
The range-topping Asta (O) model comes loaded with all the bells and whistles from the lower trims. It additionally gets Hyundai's BlueLink connectivity option, height-adjustable front seatbelts, and a massive 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports OTA updates.