Here’s Your First Look At The New 2023 Hyundai i20 Facelift In The Flesh

• The 2023 Hyundai i20 facelift has now arrived at dealerships. 
• Gets a Verna-like cascading grille, tweaked bumpers and LED headlights. 
• Inside, the dashboard now gets a black/grey colour scheme to keep things fresh. 
• Six airbags, electronic stability control and hill start assist standard across the board. 
• Gets just the 1.2-litre petrol engine, teamed with either a 5-speed MT or CVT. 
• Prices start from Rs 6.99 lakh (ex-showroom). 

The 2023 Hyundai i20 facelift has arrived at dealerships, giving us a first-hand look at it in the flesh. Prices start from Rs 6.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and it’s offered in five broad trims including a new entry-level model. This is the first midlife update for Hyundai’s premium hatchback, consisting of design alterations as well as feature and powertrain rejigs. 

The facelifted i20 distinguishes itself most prominently at its front end, where it gets a Verna-inspired cascading grille and revamped LED headlights. Also, the front bumper now boasts sharply sculpted air dams for a more striking appearance. In contrast, changes from other angles are more restrained, with subtler updates such as slightly tinkered alloys and rear bumper.  

Inside the facelifted i20's cabin, the layout is same as the outgoing model, albeit with a fresh black/grey color scheme for a breath of fresh air. It also gets USB Type-C chargers, keeping up with the latest technological advancements.

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The feature list remains largely unchanged from its predecessor, offering a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, a digital driver's display, sunroof, wireless phone charging, keyless entry with push-button start, and cruise control.

However, in a significant improvement to safety features, the facelifted i20 now includes six airbags, electronic stability control, parking sensors, and hill start assist as standard across its entire lineup.

Beneath the hood of the facelifted i20, you'll find the 83PS 1.2-litre petrol engine, available with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT for those seeking an automatic option. Notably, the 1-litre turbo-petrol engine has been omitted from the standard car's lineup, however, you can expect it with the facelifted i20 N Line.

For more details about the facelifted i20, including its variant-wise prices, check out our launch story. It continues to rival the Tata Altroz, Maruti Suzuki Baleno and Toyota Glanza.