Next-gen Hyundai i20 spotted — Top things to know

The Hyundai i20 is all set to receive a generation change and the new spy shots from Europe reveal key details about the upcoming update. The new i20 will feature a new design language and come powered by new-generation powertrains. Read the story to know more about the next-gen Hyundai i20 design, powertrain, features and other important details.

Next-gen Hyundai i20 design details

The next-generation i20 gets a revamped front fascia featuring newly styled LED headlamps with repositioned daytime running lights. A redesigned grille and front bumper add a sportier character, while the bonnet now comes with more pronounced creases, giving the front end a more sculpted appearance.

Moving to the sides, the i20 now flaunts new dual-tone alloy wheels, a more angular window line, and doors with sharper contours. The ORVMs have also been updated, now incorporating integrated turn indicators. At the rear, the tail-light design has been altered and is complemented by a subtly restyled rear bumper, further enhancing the hatchback’s contemporary look.

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Next-gen Hyundai i20 interior and features

Although the cabin of the next-gen i20 hasn’t been revealed yet, it is expected to offer notable improvements in both comfort and technology. Industry sources suggest the possibility of a new curved display setup—merging the infotainment touchscreen with the digital instrument cluster—similar to the one seen on the upcoming Venue facelift.

Additionally, Hyundai is likely to enhance the safety tech for the India-spec model. An Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) suite is anticipated, though it's not clear whether it will be a camera-only system like in the current Venue or a more advanced camera-and-radar setup like in the Creta.

Next-gen Hyundai i20 powertrain details

Internationally, the i20 is offered with a range of petrol and mild-hybrid petrol engines, and these are expected to continue with necessary updates to meet upcoming emission regulations. While there have been rumors about a fully electric version of the i20, this is more likely to be the upcoming Ioniq 2, set to debut at the Munich Motor Show next month.

In India, the current engine options are likely to remain: a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 84PS and a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with 120PS for the N Line variants. Hyundai may also introduce the new 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine—set to debut on the Bayon—which is hybrid-ready and could potentially be added to the i20 lineup.

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Next-gen Hyundai i20 launch timeline 

Hyundai is expected to officially unveil the next-generation i20 sometime in 2026, with a global launch anticipated in 2027. For the Indian market, the fourth-generation i20 will likely arrive during the 2027–28 financial year. Interestingly, before the i20’s launch, Hyundai plans to bring in the Bayon crossover—based on the same platform—by mid-2026.

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