MILAN (ITALPRESS) – Hyundai presents i20 Model Year 2026, the evolution of the compact that for over twenty years has been one of the fundamental pillars of the Brand offer in segment B, consolidating its role of reference thanks to a rationalized range, to an updated turbulent motorization and technological and security content at the top of the category.
With the debut of the new Hyundai i20 MY26, Brand strengthens its presence in one of the most important segments for the Italian market, in which i20 has demonstrated in time to be able to combine style, construction quality and concrete content to perfection. With nearly 140.000 units sold in the country since the launch of the first generation, i20 is renewed to offer a driving experience consistent with today’s market needs. The Model Year 2026 introduces a deeply rationalized range, designed to offer greater clarity to the customer and maximise the strengths of the model.
Under the hood debuts the 1.0 T-GDi 90 CV petrol engine, approved Euro 6E-bis, which replaces the previous motorizations and guarantees a prompt response and brilliant performance in every condition of use. The engine is available with 6-speed manual transmission or with 7DCT dual clutch automatic transmission, to respond to different driving preferences.
From the point of view of design and experience on board, Hyundai i20 MY26 confirms its distinctive character that squeezes the eye on sportsmanship. The cabin, well-kept and spacious, is designed to ensure maximum ergonomics, while the cutting-edge technological equipment strengthens the role of the i20 as a modern, elegant and functional compact, capable of offering a superior driving experience.
The introduction of the Model Year 2026 brings with it a simple and rational range structure, articulated on two sets, Connectline and Prime, both combined with the 1.0 T-GDi from 90 CV, with the aim of offering a high clarity of choice and a high level of standard content, to guarantee maximum value to the customer. Connectline is the volume version of the range and is proposed from 21,850 euros in the configuration with manual change to 6 reports. This version offers a complete and technologically advanced series that includes, among other contents, 16′′′ alloy wheels, daylights and LED position, 10.25′′ TFT LCD Cluster Supervision, navigation system with 10.25′′′ touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, Bluelink telematic services and wireless network updates (OTA), Bluetooth with voice recognition and steering audio commands.
The Hyundai SmartSense security system suite is also ample, including the Auto-Management System of Dazzling Headlights, the front-facing anti-collision assistance system with vehicle recognition, pedestrians and cycles, the Active maintenance system at the centre of the lane, the Driver fatigue detection system, the Speed Limit Recognition System and the Rear Passenger Notice. The same configuration is available with automatic transmission with double clutch DCT at 7 ratios, starting from 23.350 euros.
At the top of the range is Prime, designed for those who want maximum comfort, style and technology. Proposed from 23.350 euros with manual transmission and also available with the double clutch 7DCT from 24.850 euros, Prime adds distinctive content such as Full LED front headlights, 17′′ alloy rims, darkened rear windows, automatic air conditioning, electrically foldable rearviews, premium interiors, ambient lights, electro-chromic rearview mirror and wireless charger for smartphones.
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