Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai i20
Power
100HP
Torque
137Nm
Consumption
5.4l/100
Emissions
125g/km
0-100 km/h
11.6s
Top Speed
180km/h
Weight
1110kg
Price
12,160€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
295 L
45 L
73.6 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai i20 5p 1.4 Comfort · 100 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The 2009 Hyundai i20 burst onto the market as a statement of intent, a vehicle that not only sought to be an economical option but also a smart and reliable alternative in the competitive supermini segment. It represented a huge qualitative leap from its predecessor, the Getz, offering a driving experience and perceived quality that brought it closer to European benchmarks.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 1.4-liter, 100-horsepower engine feels surprisingly energetic and willing, moving the car with an agility that brings a smile to your face in urban traffic. It's not a sports car, but its lightness and a precise manual gearbox invite a cheerful drive. The comfort-oriented suspension filters out irregularities well, conveying a sense of poise and security that makes every journey a calm and predictable experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was a breath of fresh air for the brand, with fluid lines and a front end with swept-back headlights that gave it a modern and attractive personality. It is a car of balanced proportions that has aged with dignity, without being garish. Inside, although hard plastics abound, the assembly is solid and the ergonomics are very well thought out, creating a functional and durable environment that makes you feel that everything is in its place.
Technology and features
For its time, the i20 offered a correct and honest technological package. Beyond the air conditioning or the audio system with auxiliary connections, its real technology lay in the efficiency of its aluminum engine and in solutions like the electric power steering, which greatly facilitated maneuvers. It was a car focused on offering useful and reliable technology, without unnecessary complications.
Competition
This brave Korean faced established titans like the Ford Fiesta, the Volkswagen Polo, or the Renault Clio. Its battlefield was fierce, also competing with the Seat Ibiza and the Skoda Fabia. The i20 played its cards masterfully, countering its rivals with an almost unbeatable equipment-price ratio and a reputation for reliability that was beginning to be its best selling point.
Conclusion
The Hyundai i20 is a car that wins you over with its honesty. It is a loyal and economical companion, perfect for daily life and capable of handling longer trips with ease. It doesn't seek to impress with heart-stopping performance, but with the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have a well-made, reliable car that won't give you problems. It is, in essence, a well-rounded purchase and one of the smartest choices of its time.