Hyundai i20 (2014-2017) Review and Prices
Combining good value, lots of equipment and a good warranty, the i20 could well tempt you away from the more familiar alternatives. It’s just a shame it’s not a little better to drive
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- £6,499
What's good
What's not so good
Find out more about the Hyundai i20 (2014-2017)
Is the Hyundai i20 (2014-2017) a good car?
The Hyundai i20 is a small hatchback that rivals the Ford Fiesta, Skoda Fabia and Vauxhall Corsa. Hyundai has also added a slightly taller version, which we’ve reviewed separately – it’s called the i20 Active.
You can now specify an integrated TomTom sat-nav system and a full-length panoramic sunroof. But aside from these additions the interior remains as before, with space for four adults, a decent boot and an unobtrusive dashboard design that’s low on flair.
That’s also true of the driving experience, which is competent and comfortable but not as engaging as a Fiesta – thanks mostly to steering that lacks weight and feel – taking something away from the fun of cornering.
The amount of standard equipment on the basic i20 come as quite a surprise and includes electric front windows, remote central locking, plus electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors. Most buyers are expected to go for SE, which adds essential air conditioning.
The i20 is decent on it's own, but it's surrounded by some very capable rivals
The all-new 1.0-litre petrol engine is exactly what the i20 needed to help it keep pace with the opposition – it was already spacious, well-equipped and decent to drive. The Volkswagen Polo might offer better perceived quality, and the Ford Fiesta is still the most fun to drive small hatchback currently on sale, but neither can offer the i20’s killer blow of a five-year/100,000-mile warranty as standard. To most families that’ll be an advantage that is almost impossible to ignore.
How much is the Hyundai i20 (2014-2017)?
The Hyundai i20 (2014-2017) has a RRP range of £11,190 to £26,041. The price of a used Hyundai i20 (2014-2017) on Carwow starts at £6,499.
How practical is it?
There’s an impressive amount of space in side for such a small car but carrying three passengers in the back at once will still be a bit of a tight squeeze
Tall passengers might have to twist themselves into positions a yoga instructor would be proud of just to get into the back of a three-door model
What's it like to drive?
There’s very little to dislike about the way the Hyundai i20 drives.
The new 1.0-litre petrol is all you need
What's it like inside?
The improvements Hyundai has made to interior quality in the past few years can really be seen in the i20.
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