Hyundai Motor india has revised the pricing of its popular premium hatchback i20, making it more accessible to indian buyers. The headline update: the starting price for the i20 now begins at ₹5.99 lakh (ex-showroom) — a notable reduction compared to before.
📉 Major Price Revisions Across Variants
With the new pricing strategy, hyundai has reintroduced the i20 Era as the base trim and also reduced prices on other key variants:
Variant
New Price (Ex-Showroom)
Approx. Change vs Old
Era (new base)
₹5.99 lakh
—
Magna Executive
₹6.73–6.74 lakh
~₹12,000–13,000 cheaper
Magna
₹6.99–7.00 lakh
~₹12,000 cheaper
This makes the entry-level i20 nearly ₹80,000–₹88,000 more accessible than before, depending on which comparison you use as the baseline.
🔍 What You Get in the New Era Trim
Even though the i20’s price is lower, hyundai hasn’t stripped essential features from the new Era variant. The base trim includes a solid set of equipment:
- 6 airbags for safety
- Fully wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital instrument cluster
- Front & rear skid plates
- Body-coloured ORVMs and door handles
- USB-C charging port
- Telescopic steering adjustment
These features help the Era variant feel more premium than typical base hatchbacks.
🛠 Mid-Range Variant Highlights
The updated Magna Executive and Magna trims also get competitive equipment for their new price points:
Magna Executive
- Digital instrument cluster
- TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
- Automatic headlamps
- Keyless entry
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
Magna
- Electric sunroof
- LED DRLs
- Rear AC vents
- Front armrest with storage
These enhancements make the i20 attractive even beyond the base trim.
📱 Optional Infotainment Upgrade
Hyundai is also offering a dealer-installed 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with a rear camera for around ₹14,999.
🛡 Warranty and Peace of Mind
The i20 continues to come with Hyundai’s standard 3-year / 1,00,000 km warranty, ensuring long-term support for owners.
🏁 Why This Matters
- 📊 Competitive pricing: The new starting price brings the i20 closer to entry rivals.
- 🌟 Feature value: Even the base version includes modern features and strong safety equipment.
- 🚘 Strong market positioning: The i20 continues to compete with models like the maruti Suzuki Baleno, toyota Glanza and Tata Altroz.
Bottom Line
The hyundai i20’s Rs 87,000+ price drop and refreshed variant lineup make it one of the more value-for-money premium hatchbacks in India today. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or upgrading within the segment, the new pricing strategy could make the i20 an even more appealing choice.
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