Hyundai launches the all new i20

In addition to the existing models, the all new i20 will be available in two new variants ' the Era and the Sportz. These variants of the award-winning compact car come with several new technology rich features which enhance its styling and also improve the fuel consumption. The Era has been introduced with both the petrol and diesel engine as the price leading variant while the Sportz will bridge the price and feature gap between the Magna and Asta.

Commenting on the launch, H W Park, Managing Director & CEO, HMIL, said, "We are pleased to announce the launch of the i20 with new features and two new additional variants. While the variants are targeted at our customers who have different needs, the new features will help improve the i20 and make it even more desirable for our customers. We are confident that with the new features and additional variants the i20 will become even more attractive and set new benchmark for this class of cars with improved styling, unique features and conformity with global safety standards."

The all new i20 comes loaded with many smart features. It is the first in its segment to have six-speed manual transmission gears in the diesel variant. The additional sixth gear will facilitate smooth and fuel efficient driving, making highway driving seem like a cruise. The sixth gear will also enable low rpm

operation of the engine, making the i20 diesel more fuel-efficient and leading to a lower NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness) and lesser wear and tear of the engine.

The all new i20 is the first-in-the-segment to have technology innovations like manual transmission shift Vindicators (diesel variant) an innovative gear prompt for the driver to change gears, leading to maximum fuel economy.