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Hyundai i20

(2020 – present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

70
%
B

Used car score:

77
%
A

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

60
%
D

Safety Rating:

75
%
B

Eco Rating:

69
%
A

Reliability Rating:

91
%
A

Running Costs:

74
%
A

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

70
%
B

Used car score:

77
%
A

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

60
%
D

Safety Rating:

75
%
B

Eco Rating:

69
%
A

Reliability Rating:

91
%
A

Running Costs:

74
%
A

Summary

The Hyundai i20 is a small, supermini-class, five-door hatchback. The current model was launched in early 2020, arriving in the UK late in the year.

Unlike some rivals, the i20 is only available in one body style (five-door hatch) and with one engine (a 1.0-litre mild hybrid petrol unit). A high-performance model called the i20 N arrived in 2021 and we have a separate page here for that model.

The i20 has received praise for being a significant improvement over the previous model. Reviewers have particularly noted its styling and interior quality, although it’s still not considered to be on a par with rivals like the SEAT Ibiza and Volkswagen Polo.

As of January 2025, the Hyundai i20 holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 70%. It scores highly for running costs and low CO2 emissions, while its safety reliability and reliability record are also good.

Key specifications

Body style: Five-door hatch
Engines: petrol
Price: From £19,035 on-road

Launched: Autumn 2020
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA

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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 4 stars
Date tested: September 2022
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 76%
Child protection: 82%
Vulnerable road users: 76%
Safety assist: 67%

The Hyundai i20 has not specifically been crash tested by Euro NCAP, but has been awarded a four-star safety rating based on the crash test results of the similar Bayon SUV/crossover.

Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of January 2025, the Hyundai i20 has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating

Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

The Hyundai i20 family has a good reliability record, according to workshop and warranty data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our partner, MotorEasy. This score applies to all i20 models from the current generation, as well as previous models (before 2020).

The most common problem are reported by workshops for the i20 is the braking system. Fortunately, the average repair price is about £200. Gearbox repairs have been the most expensive to date, averaging nearly £800 to fix, but these are thankfully rare.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models54 mpgB46 – 55 mpgB – C
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models119 g/kmA115 – 141 g/kmA – B
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models14A6 – 16A – A
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£170A
Year 2£459A
Year 3£739A
Year 4£931A
Year 5£1,218A
Overall£3,517A

The Hyundai i20 is a very affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

Servicing and insurance bills should be cheap, while fuel consumption is also very good for day-to-day driving.

Security rating

Independent vehicle theft and security ratings from Thatcham Research

Rating: Superior | Good | Basic | Poor | Unacceptable
Relay Attack: Pass

Date: March 2020
Model tested: Premium MPI

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The Hyundai i20 has been praised for being a big improvement over the old model, although it's not seen to be as good as the best in class.Hyundai i20