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

Fuel	Engine	Power (PS)	Torque (Nm)	Transmission
Gasoline	Gamma 1.4	90 @ 6000 rpm	137 @ 5000 rpm	5-speed manual
	Gamma 1.6	125 @ 6300 rpm	156 @ 4200 rpm	6-speed manual
				6-speed automatic
Diesel	U-II 1.4	77 @ 4000 rpm	240 @ 1500~2000 rpm	6-speed manual
		90 @ 4000 rpm	240 @ 1500~2500 rpm
	U-II 1.6	115 @ 4000 rpm	260 @ 1500~2750 rpm	6-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
Capacity	1396 cc
Bore x stroke	77 mm x 74.99 mm
Compression ratio	10.5:1
Power	90 PS (66 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque	137 Nm @ 5000 rpm

1.6-litre 125 PS
Type	‘Gamma’ DOHC, four-cylinder in line, with CVVT
Capacity	1591 cc
Bore x stroke	77 mm x 85.44 mm
Compression ratio	10.5:1
Power	125 PS (92 kW) @ 6300 rpm
Torque	156 Nm @ 4200 rpm

Diesel

1.4-litre 77 PS
Type	‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve with WGT
Capacity	1396 cc
Bore x stroke	75 mm x 79 mm
Compression ratio	16:1
Power	77 PS (57 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque	240 Nm @ 1500~2000 rpm

1.4-litre 90 PS
Type	‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve with WGT
Capacity	1396 cc
Bore x stroke	75 mm x 79 mm
Compression ratio	16:1
Power	90 PS (66 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque	240 Nm @ 1500~2500 rpm

1.6-litre 115 PS
Type	‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve
Capacity	1582 cc
Bore x stroke	77.2 mm x 84.5 mm
Compression ratio	16:1
Power	115 PS (81 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque	260 Nm @ 1500~2750 rpm

1.6-litre 128 PS
Type	‘U-II’, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve
Capacity	1582 cc
Bore x stroke	77.2 mm x 84.5 mm
Compression ratio	16:1
Power	128 PS (94 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque	260 Nm @ 1500~3000 rpm

Transmissions

Diesel	1.4-litre (77 / 90)	1.6-litre (115 / 128)
Manual	6	6
Automatic	-	-
Petrol	1.4-litre (90)	1.6-litre (125)
Manual	5	6
Automatic	-	6

Gear ratios

	Diesel		Petrol
	1.4 MT (77 / 90)	1.6 MT (115 / 128)	1.4 MT (90)	1.6 MT (125)	1.6 AT (125)
1st	3.769	3.636	3.769	3.615	4.400
2nd	2.040	1.962	2.045	1.955	2.726
3rd	1.294	1.189	1.370	1.370	1.834
4th	0.905	0.844	1.036	1.036	1.392
5th	0.702	0.660	0.839	0.893	1.000
6th	0.596	0.569	-	0.744	0.774
Reverse	3.583	3.583	3.545	3.700	3.440
Final Gear Ratio	3.941	3.941	4.267	4.267	3.612

Suspension and damping

Front	Fully independent subframe-mounted MacPherson struts, with coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers. Anti-roll stabilizer bar
Rear	Coupled torsion beam axle combining good road holding with high rigidity “CTBA Type”

Steering

Type	Motor-driven electric power-assisted rack and pinion
Turning circle	5,21
Lock-to-lock	2,77

Brakes

Front	280 mm ventilated discs
Rear	258 mm solid discs

Wheels and tyres

Wheel type	Tyres
15-inch steel	195/65 R15
16-inch alloy	205/55 R16
17-inch alloy	205/50 R17

Dimensions (mm)

Exterior

Overall length	4115
Overall width	1765 (excluding door mirrors)
Overall height	1600
Wheelbase	2615
Front overhang	820
Rear overhang	680

Interior

	Front	Rear
Head room	1020	980
Leg room	1080	901
Shoulder room	1396	1370
Hip room	1360	1326

Capacities (all models, litres)

Fuel tank	50
Luggage (VDA 211/2014)	440 (seats up)
	1486 (seats down)

Curb weights (kg)

Diesel	1.4-litre (77 / 90)	1.6-litre (115 / 128)
Manual	1270 - 1371	1281 -1380
Petrol	1.4-litre (90)	1.6-litre (125)
Manual	1178 - 1268	1180 - 1280
Automatic	-	1222 - 1335

Performance

Diesel

Engine	1.4-litre		1.6-litre
Transmission	77 PS MT	90 PS MT	115 PS MT	128 PS MT
Max Speed (km/h)	160	167	183	186
0-100 km/h (sec)	15.2	14.2	11.4	11.1

Gasoline

Engine	1.4-litre	1.6-litre
Transmission	90 PS MT	125 PS MT	125 PS AT
Max Speed (km/h)	168	185	180
0-100 km/h (sec)	12.8	10.8	11.5