Hyundai i20 N Line: Most Value for Money Variant Revealed

Hyundai created the N Line inspired by the success of the original N vehicles. These models include styling and performance upgrades that differentiate them from their standard counterparts, but use the same powertrain as the standard models. The Hyundai i20 N Line was introduced in 2020. Let’s take a closer look at the i20 N Line’s variants, and find out which one of these offers the most value for money.

Hyundai i20 N Line: Top Competitors

The top competitors of the Hyundai i20 N Line include the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Honda Jazz, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV300, Hyundai Verna, Kia Sonet, and the Maruti Suzuki S-Cross.

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Hyundai i20 N Line Variants

The Hyundai i20 N Line has 6 variants, which are listed below along with their prices (ex-showroom, Delhi):

Variant	Price
i20 N Line N6 iMT	Rs 10.19 lakhs
i20 N Line N6 iMT Dual Tone	Rs 10.27 lakhs
i20 N Line N8 iMT	Rs 11.21 lakhs
i20 N Line N8 iMT Dual tone	Rs 11.36 lakhs
i20 N Line N8 DCT	Rs 12.16 lakhs
i20 N Line N8 DCT Dual Tone	Rs 12.31 lakhs

Hyundai i20 N Line: Quick Review

Design and features: The exterior of the Hyundai i20 N Line is designed to be sporty, with a bold front grille, LED headlights, and black accents. The N Line also features a unique rear bumper design with a diffuser element, and dual exhaust pipes.

The cabin of the i20 N Line is spacious and comfortable, with a range of high-quality materials and finishes. The sports seats provide good support, and they are upholstered in high-quality cloth with red stitching.

The i20 N Line also comes with a range of advanced technology features, including an 8-inch touchscreen display, wireless smartphone charging, and a premium audio system. Other features include automatic climate control, and keyless entry.

Engine and performance: The Hyundai i20 N Line comes with a 1.0 litre Turbo GDi petrol engine, which produces 118.41 BHP of power, and 172 Nm of torque. It is available with a 6-speed manual, and a 7-speed dual-clutch, automatic transmission.

The i20 N Line’s engine is responsive and delivers good acceleration.

Ride and handling: The Hyundai i20 N Line’s suspension and chassis have been specifically tuned to provide a more agile and dynamic feel on the road, with precise steering and minimal body roll during cornering.

The car’s suspension features stiffer springs and dampers than the standard i20, which provides a firmer and more responsive ride. The car also sits lower to the ground, which helps to improve its handling and overall driving dynamics. The i20 N Line also features larger brakes than the standard i20.

The car’s steering is also tuned to provide a more direct and responsive feel, with excellent feedback and precision during cornering.

Comfort and space: The Hyundai i20 N Line’s seats are supportive and well-cushioned. The front seats are also bolstered. The i20 N Line’s cabin is also well-insulated.

In terms of space, the i20 N Line provides a decent amount of headroom and legroom for both front and rear passengers. The car’s rear seats are also relatively spacious, providing enough room for two adults to sit comfortably. However, the car’s trunk space is slightly smaller than some of its rivals.

Safety: The safety features in the Hyundai i20 N Line include Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW). Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

Mileage: The overall mileage in the Hyundai i20 N Line ranges from 20 km/l to 20.25 km/l, depending upon the variant.

Concluding remarks: The Hyundai i20 N Line is an impressive compact car that offers a balance of sportiness and practicality. It has a good design, sporty features, and advanced safety technologies. The car’s performance-oriented engine and agile handling make it a joy to drive, while its comfortable and spacious interior ensures a smooth and comfortable ride.

Hyundai i20 N Line: Most Value for Money Variant

The most value for money (VFM) variant of the Hyundai i20 N Line is the i20 N Line N6 iMT, which is priced at Rs 10.19 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). This is also the base variant.

Most VFM Variant in Comparison with the Top-end Variant

The top-end variant of the Hyundai i20 N Line is the i20 N Line N8 DCT Dual Tone, which is priced at Rs 12.31 lakhs. The top-end variant has some additional features over the most VFM variant, such as 6 airbags, including knee/curtain airbags (the VFM variant has 2 airbags) as a safety feature.

For driver assistance, the top-end variant has LED headlights (the VFM variant has halogen), cornering headlamps, and DRLs.

Among convenience features, the top-end variant has climate control, and push-button start.

In gadgets, the top-end variant has a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system (the most VFM variant has an 8-inch touchscreen system) with navigation support, voice activated controls, and Bluetooth connectivity (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), and a Bose audio system with 7 speakers (the most VFM variant has an OEM audio system with 4 speakers).

Key Take-outs from Comparative Analysis of the VFM and Top-end Variants Above

The most value for money variant, the i20 N Line N6 iMT, lacks some of the features available in the top-end variant, but there is a price difference of more than Rs 2 lakhs between the two. The most VFM variant, however, has all the key features available to justify its most value for money proposition.

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