On location in Greece, I took the i20 CRDi from Hyundai on review. For this drive I used the 1.1 3 cylinder diesel engine (spoiler alert – this is a great diesel engine with power when required and a nice gearbox, but it’s let down by some poor thinking on the interior as regards the dash brightness and the lack of driver aids and gadgets).
Overall I was impressed with this little car, but a few niggles meant that the i20 didn’t come out of the review with such a great score. Have a look at the videos below to see what I thought of it. Below the videos you’ll find the specs table too.
The Review
The Introduction
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The test drive
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The interior
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The conclusion
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Hyundai i20 CRDi – Vital Statistics
| Power | 55 kW (73 bhp) @ 3500rpm | |
| Torque | 180 Nm (133 lb/ft) @ 1750rpm | |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 15.5 seconds | |
| Maximum speed | 160 km/h (99 mph) | |
| Fuel consumption (average) | 3.21 l/100km (88 mpg) | |
| Fuel type, tank capacity | Diesel, 50 litres | |
| Weight | 1258 kg | |
| **** | **** | |
| Engine | U line D3FA, Variable geometry turbo, Chain driven DOHC, 1½ engine order balance shaft mounted under the crankshaft, driven by helical gears to manage vibration, Euro VI Compliant | |
| Displacement | 1090 cc | |
| Cylinders and valves | 3 inline, 12v | |
| Transmission | 6 speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | Front wheel drive |