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Tuesday 3 March 2015

GENEVA - The ix20 from Hyundai gets a full makeover to build on predecessors huge success.

  • All-round upgrade for Hyundai Motor’s most popular compact MPV
  • New front and rear lamps, front grille and wheel design provide visual update
  • New comfort features include heated steering wheel and latest audio system
  • Generous dimensions yield one of the most spacious compact MPVs in Europe
  • Great interior flexibility makes it a true multi-purpose vehicle
  • More powerful petrol and higher torque diesel engines
  • New six-speed automatic transmission  unit boosts fuel economy
  • Comprehensive list of active and passive safety technologies
  • Designed, engineered and manufactured in Europe for European customers
Hyundai Motor’s New ix20 celebrates its world premiere at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show and builds on all the qualities of the original model, with an enhanced engine line-up, new technologies and design refreshments to widen its appeal.
Since its initial launch in 2010, Hyundai has sold almost 200.000 units of ix20 – capturing a 9% share in the European multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) market.
Raf van Nuffel, Head of Product Management at Hyundai Motor Europe, commented: “New ix20 retains the versatility and roominess of the original model, while refreshing its design and adding technological enhancements, increasing appeal to a wider range of buyers in Europe.”

Refreshed design and additional features
New ix20’s design stands out with newly-designed bi-function projector headlamps and LED rear combination lamps, a new hexagonal front grille – Hyundai’s brand signature. There are two versions on offer – a mesh- or bars-type with chrome finishing. To further enhance its dynamic exterior, there is a new 15-inch wheel cover design and new 16- and 17-inch alloy wheel options.
Inside, New ix20 delivers the same space and versatility as before, with outstanding front seat room (head, shoulder and legroom). The 4115 mm long car’s unusually long wheelbase for its class (2615 mm) plus 1600 mm high roofline allows a spacious and practical interior, more typical of larger C-segment vehicles – an impression which can be enhanced by an optional tilt/slide dual-panel panoramic glass sunroof.
Apart from an impressive class-leading 440-litre boot (seats up) outstanding versatility comes from sliding ‘dive and fold’ rear seats allowing up to1486 litres’ luggage capacity. A heated steering wheel and a new generation audio system with iPod connectivity and integrated My Music (1GB storage) as well as Bluetooth connectivity and a USB and AUX connection further increases the comfort and pleasure in New ix20. Customers also benefit six airbags, ESP, ABS and EBD all fitted as standard.
Two interior colours (Black and Two-Tone Beige) with cloth upholstery will be offered. Nine exterior colours are available: One solid colour (Polar White), six metallic colours (Platinum Silver, Micron Grey, Ultimate Red, Ash Blue, Ara Blue, Ruby Wine) and two pearl colours (Phantom Black and Thunder Grey).
New six-speed automatic transmission and engine upgrades
To uphold New ix20’s class competitiveness, a new six-speed automatic transmission, as well as power and torque upgrades to the overall Euro6 emissions-compliant engine line-up brings even better drivability, with lower fuel consumption and emissions.
The two diesel engines have been enhanced to provide more torque – 240 Nm (1.4-litre) and 260 Nm (1.6-litre) – from just 1,500 rpm.
The Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) 1.4- and 1.6-litre petrol Hyundai ‘Gamma’ family units have both had efficiency boosted, with the 1.6-litre now available with a six-speed automatic transmission, replacing the previous four-speed unit and delivering improved real-world fuel economy.
All engines have been enhanced to offer improved driveability and fuel efficiency, as well as meeting Euro6 emission standards.
Engine line-up
FuelEnginePower (PS)Torque (Nm)Transmission
GasolineGamma 1.490 @ 6000 rpm137 @ 5000 rpm5-speed manual
Gamma 1.6125 @ 6300 rpm156 @ 4200 rpm6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
DieselU-II 1.477 @ 4000 rpm240 @ 1500~2000 rpm6-speed manual
90 @ 4000 rpm240 @ 1500~2500 rpm
U-II 1.6115 @ 4000 rpm260 @ 1500~2750 rpm6-speed manual
128 @ 4000 rpm  260  @ 1500~3000 rpm
Fuel Saving Technologies
To optimise its environmental performance, New ix20 Blue Drive features Integrated Stop & Go (ISG), low rolling-resistance tyres, an alternator management system (AMS) and a drag-reducing ‘active air flap’ in the front grille.
The ix20 has not only attracted almost 200,000 customers in Europe but also won numerous awards during its first five years on sale, including the prestigious ‘Family Car of the Year‘ award in Belgium and ‘Best Supermini MPV‘ at the UK’s Auto Express awards. Like all new Hyundai models, the New ix20 is backed by Hyundai’s unique Five Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty package. Production of the New ix20 begins in May 2015 at Hyundai’s European plant in Nošovice, Czech Republic.
Technical specifications
Engines
Petrol
1.4-litre 90 PS
Type‘Gamma’ DOHC, four-cylinder in line, with CVVT
Capacity1396 cc
Bore x stroke77 mm x 74.99 mm
Compression ratio10.5:1
Power90 PS (66 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque137 Nm @ 5000 rpm
1.6-litre 125 PS
Type‘Gamma’ DOHC, four-cylinder in line, with CVVT
Capacity1591 cc
Bore x stroke77 mm x 85.44 mm
Compression ratio10.5:1
Power125 PS (92 kW) @ 6300 rpm
Torque156 Nm @ 4200 rpm

Diesel

1.4-litre 77 PS
Type‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve with WGT
Capacity1396 cc
Bore x stroke75 mm x 79 mm
Compression ratio16:1
Power77 PS (57 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque240 Nm @ 1500~2000 rpm
1.4-litre 90 PS
Type‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve with WGT
Capacity1396 cc
Bore x stroke75 mm x 79 mm
Compression ratio16:1
Power90 PS (66 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque240 Nm @ 1500~2500 rpm
1.6-litre 115 PS
Type‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve
Capacity1582 cc
Bore x stroke77.2 mm x 84.5 mm
Compression ratio16:1
Power115 PS (81 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque260 Nm @ 1500~2750 rpm
1.6-litre 128 PS
Type‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve
Capacity1582 cc
Bore x stroke77.2 mm x 84.5 mm
Compression ratio16:1
Power128 PS (94 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque260 Nm @ 1500~3000 rpm
Transmissions
Diesel1.4-litre (77 / 90)1.6-litre (115 / 128)
Manual66
Automatic--
Petrol1.4-litre (90)1.6-litre (125)
Manual56
Automatic-6
Gear ratios
 DieselPetrol
1.4 MT
(77 / 90)
1.6 MT
(115 / 128)
1.4 MT
(90)
1.6 MT
(125)
1.6 AT
(125)
1st3.7693.6363.7693.6154.400
2nd2.0401.9622.0451.9552.726
3rd1.2941.1891.3701.3701.834
4th0.9050.8441.0361.0361.392
5th0.7020.6600.8390.8931.000
6th0.5960.569-0.7440.774
Reverse3.5833.5833.5453.7003.440
Final Gear Ratio3.9413.9414.2674.2673.612
Suspension and damping
FrontFully independent subframe-mounted MacPherson struts, with coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers. Anti-roll stabilizer bar
RearCoupled torsion beam axle combining good road holding with high rigidity “CTBA Type”

Steering

TypeMotor-driven electric power-assisted rack and pinion
Turning circle5,21
Lock-to-lock2,77
Brakes
Front280 mm ventilated discs
Rear258 mm solid discs
Wheels and tyres
Wheel typeTyres
15-inch steel195/65 R15
16-inch alloy205/55 R16
17-inch alloy205/50 R17
Dimensions (mm)
Exterior
Overall length4115
Overall width1765 (excluding door mirrors)
Overall height1600
Wheelbase2615
Front overhang820
Rear overhang680

Interior

 FrontRear
Head room1020980
Leg room1080901
Shoulder room13961370
Hip room13601326
Capacities (all models, litres)
Fuel tank50
Luggage
(VDA 211/2014)
440 (seats up)
1486 (seats down)

Curb weights (kg)
Diesel1.4-litre (77 / 90)1.6-litre (115 / 128)
Manual1270 - 13711281 -1380
Petrol1.4-litre (90)1.6-litre (125)
Manual1178 - 12681180 - 1280
Automatic-1222 - 1335
Performance
Diesel
Engine1.4-litre1.6-litre
Transmission77 PS MT90 PS MT115 PS MT128 PS MT
Max Speed (km/h)160167183186
0-100 km/h (sec)15.214.211.411.1
Gasoline
Engine1.4-litre1.6-litre
Transmission90 PS MT125 PS MT125 PS AT
Max Speed (km/h)168185180
0-100 km/h (sec)12.810.811.5

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