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I plan to purchase i20 sportz (petrol). I have some querries which i want to clarify before buying it.
Do you have hyundai i20 (petrol)?
What are your querries?
I do not have a i20 (Petrol) but I can guide you with whatever knowledge I have or by asking my friends who have i20. As jsjs said, why not ask away the questions already!!!
You choice of thread title is very poor by the way!
You choice of thread title is very poor by the way!
I have one.
there is an open issue in I20....
serach google "hyundai i20 steering rattle"
serach google "hyundai i20 steering rattle"
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Last year in April i bought i 20 and i am completely satisfied with it..
Yes i heard lot of things regarding steering rattle noise, but as of now i am not facing any issue
Yes i heard lot of things regarding steering rattle noise, but as of now i am not facing any issue
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Thanks to all. I know TDF members are always eager to extend their help.
My quarries (for loaded car with AC on) are as under:
1. Does the car is felt underpowered?
2. Does the lag shown in 2nd/3rd gear irritate?
3. How does stearing behave at high speed - does it remain too light?
4. How do you feel the suspension at bumpy roads ?
5. Is overtaking comfortable at highways or you need to prepare in advance before overtaking?
6. How much it struggles on steep inclines?
7. At what speed do you drive at highways and what is the mileage obtained at this speed ?
8. Is the car suitable for long drives?
9. Are you satisfied with your car?
My quarries (for loaded car with AC on) are as under:
1. Does the car is felt underpowered?
2. Does the lag shown in 2nd/3rd gear irritate?
3. How does stearing behave at high speed - does it remain too light?
4. How do you feel the suspension at bumpy roads ?
5. Is overtaking comfortable at highways or you need to prepare in advance before overtaking?
6. How much it struggles on steep inclines?
7. At what speed do you drive at highways and what is the mileage obtained at this speed ?
8. Is the car suitable for long drives?
9. Are you satisfied with your car?
Not sure about petrol but diesel is surely underpower...2nd gear is useless. but overall ride quality is quite good. we covered 350km from coimbatore-Bangalore in less than 4.5 hours with avg speed of 110-120km with one short stop.
we got mileage around 18-20km but that was diesel.
wats the difference in i20 sportz?
Well with some experience while driving it (I do not own an i20):
1. Does the car is felt underpowered?
Not at all, people with lighter vehicles do comment about it but then they have already made up their mind because i20's power to weight ratio is much lesser compared to other hatchbacks (read Swift)
2. Does the lag shown in 2nd/3rd gear irritate?
There is no lag, that I felt. Maybe asingh can clear that up.
3. How does stearing behave at high speed - does it remain too light?
I drove at around 80kmph, it was pretty stable, not too light.
4. How do you feel the suspension at bumpy roads ?
It is a luxury car, I couldn't feel any bumps
5. Is overtaking comfortable at highways or you need to prepare in advance before overtaking?
No idea about it. I mean with fully loaded (weight)
6. How much it struggles on steep inclines?
No idea.
7. At what speed do you drive at highways and what is the mileage obtained at this speed ?
No idea
8. Is the car suitable for long drives?
It should be. I drove my Figo all the way to Hyderabad (from Bangalore)
1. Does the car is felt underpowered?
Not at all, people with lighter vehicles do comment about it but then they have already made up their mind because i20's power to weight ratio is much lesser compared to other hatchbacks (read Swift)
2. Does the lag shown in 2nd/3rd gear irritate?
There is no lag, that I felt. Maybe asingh can clear that up.
3. How does stearing behave at high speed - does it remain too light?
I drove at around 80kmph, it was pretty stable, not too light.
4. How do you feel the suspension at bumpy roads ?
It is a luxury car, I couldn't feel any bumps
5. Is overtaking comfortable at highways or you need to prepare in advance before overtaking?
No idea about it. I mean with fully loaded (weight)
6. How much it struggles on steep inclines?
No idea.
7. At what speed do you drive at highways and what is the mileage obtained at this speed ?
No idea
8. Is the car suitable for long drives?
It should be. I drove my Figo all the way to Hyderabad (from Bangalore)
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i20 models are Era, Magna, Sportz, Asta, Asta O(Sunroof)
Sportz has following addtions vs Magna:
Keyless entry, foldable key.
Driver airbag
Alloy wheels and wider tyres
ORVM turn indicators,
ORVM Electrically adjustable and foldable.
Better interior with leather and chrome finish.
60:40 Split rear seat.
Stearing mounted audio controls.
Price : 40k more.
1. Not underpowered is fine for ratio.
2. No lag what so ever. It can decently 'pick' on 2nd and 3rd if at low speeds.
3. Steering is fine. Is slightly sensitive, but one has to get used to it.
4. Fine.
5. Overtaking is zippy and has enough power.
6. Not able to try that.
7. Never above 60 km/h. Giving be 11-12 per liter.
8. No. (i feel this).
9. Yes.
The driver seat in the Magna is the lowdown. It cannot be adjusted vertically, and after an hour I develop a back ache. Will plan to use pillow on the back. That is the only pi$$ of point. Else the car is looker, nice interiors, runs silent. A/C is not that good though. On full blow summers the back people will feel slightly agitated.
What is the mileage of i20 petrol in City/Highroad?
In Bangalore its giving 13kmpl in city drives... I'd say if you drive over 20km per day on average, better opt for a Diesel car.
I get 11-12. Cause I shift gears too late.
am suggesting OP for Honda JAZZ.. after price slash by honda.. it is co,ing with attractive package
for base model OTR is 6.7 in bangalore but it comes with ABS and airbags...
for base model OTR is 6.7 in bangalore but it comes with ABS and airbags...
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Had already gone to Honda showroom to see and test drive Jazz but there was not even a single car with them to see. Wating time is also 4 months.
My friend is also looking to buy an i20. he has already made up his mind. OP if you find anything apart form whats here then let us know.
BTW 11-12kmpl. Isn't that too less? I get 11kmpl on the City (I'm a bad driver) and almost 13kmpl for a friend- fairly decent driver.
BTW 11-12kmpl. Isn't that too less? I get 11kmpl on the City (I'm a bad driver) and almost 13kmpl for a friend- fairly decent driver.
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I was on the verge of taking possession of i20 as I had received loan draft in favour of the dealer. Then I took second test drive and felt the lag in 2nd gear. An i20 user told (his car had stopped besides my Wagon R at Traffic Lights) that it struggles in climbing steep roads. Like others asingh also feels that this is not suitable for long drives. He feels back pain also. Also, the back seat does not give thigh support.
Despite all these, i20 is not going out of my mind.
Today the dealer has asked me to take another test drive. He has also offered additional discount of 10000 in addition to Rs 5000 offered earlier along with free fog lamps. This will, however, not affect my decision but I shall take another test drive tomorrow or on Saturday and shall visit Honda dealer again.
When does the premium for diesel pay for itself?
Ok I will think of the calculations: link
Petrol: 13kmpl @75/litre Hyundai i20 Era 1.2 BS-IV Rs. 4,64,875
Diesel: 20kmpl @45/litre Hyundai i20 Era 1.4 CRDI Rs. 5,77,217
Difference in price: Rs.112342 approx which is:
Diesel 2496.5 L or 50000Km
Petrol 1497.8 L or 19472Km
If you drive 30km per day then in a year it is 10950Km. So in less than 2 years (or even sooner if petrol rises faster than diesel), you get your investment back on the diesel and you start saving.
However the cost of servicing of a diesel is though to be more than the petrol. I am not aware but that also factors in the returns.
Summary: Take diesel if you drive around 900-1000km per month (30km/day)
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Did you check the Polo, Jazz etc also?
Second gear in normal driving scenario doesn't last more than 3seconds at most. Is it that important?
I actually don't understand what the "lag" is? I will have to experience it first hand to know it. Might pop into a showroom for a test drive someday
Just to clear your doubt, this doesn't stand true for current generation of diesel engines. maintenance used to be an issue with carburetor based engines but now engines have fuel injection technology which does not require aggressive maintenance.
I have a WagonR which needs servicing every 5K k.m. while my Figo (diesel) goes to service center every 10K k.m. Charges? Well not "big" difference.
But as everyone says, opt for diesel only if you drive 1K km/month otherwise it is not worth it.
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Getting i20 sportz petrol ~ Rs. 5.36L OTR, seat covers additional [instead of fog lamps offered earlier as on this model fog lamps can not be fitted 
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Honda Jazz ~ Rs. 5.96L OTR.
Rs.60K difference is a big amount for me as my actual budget is Rs.5L only, so i20 finalized. Will be taking delivery on coming Sunday i.e., 9.10.11 (09.10.2011).
Any last minute suggestion is most welcome.
]Honda Jazz ~ Rs. 5.96L OTR.
Rs.60K difference is a big amount for me as my actual budget is Rs.5L only, so i20 finalized. Will be taking delivery on coming Sunday i.e., 9.10.11 (09.10.2011).
Any last minute suggestion is most welcome.
Honda Jazz looks better.
My cousin has i20 Sportz & I have driven it many times so I would be happy to answer your questions:-
1. Yes it feels underpowered because the power to weight ratio is poor. Power is 80 PS but the weight of the car is more as compared to other hatches.
2. Not much. But if your car is loaded with five adults and luggage you need to keep it in the power band as the torque is low.
3. Never drove at 100+ so can't say.
5. It's ok.
6. Again, a downshift is needed with load otherwise 4th gear should do fine.
7. 60-80. Above that not possible in Himachal. Mileage is around 15 but you can attribute to hilly area.
8. Yeah, it is very comfortable.
9. Going for the Sportz option is not recommended as you can get a i20 diesel with 90 PS power & 200 Nm torque just by shelling out 5.78 lakhs. Sportz comes at 5.60 here. Moreover, that awesome torque will be super useful on highways.
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Thanks hellknight.
My monthly run is less than 400 km. Price is also a factor as I have already stretched my budget. I am getting petrol Sportz for 5.15 L after all discounts and exchange offer. So can not go for diesel.
I have now decided to wait for upgraded version expected in January 2012 as I do not feel comfortable in buying this car with inferior engine (kappa) compared to its junior i10 having better kappa2 engine.
btw 15 is a good mileage in hilly area.
My monthly run is less than 400 km. Price is also a factor as I have already stretched my budget. I am getting petrol Sportz for 5.15 L after all discounts and exchange offer. So can not go for diesel.
I have now decided to wait for upgraded version expected in January 2012 as I do not feel comfortable in buying this car with inferior engine (kappa) compared to its junior i10 having better kappa2 engine.
btw 15 is a good mileage in hilly area.