Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017) Review
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Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017) Verdict
Looks great. Practical and spacious cabin. Relaxed driving dynamics.
Performance and handling don't match the looks. Only two engines on offer initially with a wait for the 1.0-litre turbo.
Find out more about the Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017)
The three-door Hyundai i20 isn’t just a shrunken down facsimile of the five-door – it gets a look all of its own and a name to match - the i20 Coupe. With its ‘floating’ roofline and narrow rear window, along with a roof spoiler and muscular rear haunches, it looks quite the little hot hatch.
Sadly it isn’t as exciting as it looks – the i20 Coupe is actually relaxed and easy-to-drive, which is partly down to the engines on offer. There are just two to choose from initially – a 1.2-litre petrol with 84PS and a 1.4-litre diesel with 90PS. Both offer fairly leisurely performance, with 0-62mph taking more than 10 seconds. Thankfully a 1.0-litre turbocharged engine is due shortly after launch.
On the road the i20 Coupe is friendly and easy going, rather than exciting and entertaining. The suspension provides good ride quality even on rough roads and there is plenty of grip, though there is no real sensation through the light steering and the feathery gear change doesn't feel particularly rewarding. That will suit some drivers and leave others frustrated.
Practicality is good, with space in the rear for adults, though getting in and out will be far easier for an agile child. The boot is large for a car this size at 311 litres, plus it is wide, but it has a load lip that would make loading heavy, bulky items difficult.
Unlike the five-door i20, the Coupe has a simple trim structure, with SE, Sport and Sport Nav grades, all of which come well equipped as standard. Cruise control, alloy wheels, Bluetooth and parking sensors come fitted to all cars, while upper trim levels gain extras such as larger alloy wheels, automatic lights and automatic wipers.
It might look the part, but the i20 Coupe lacks the dynamic flair and fun factor of rivals like the SEAT Ibiza SC or the three-door Ford Fiesta. If, however, you want your sporty styling to come with everyday usability and comfort, the i20 Coupe is worth a look – but be aware that the five-door offers better value for money and superior practicality.
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Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017) handling and engines
- Engines range from 1.0 T-GDI 100 to 1.4 CRDi
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 38–52 mpg
Despite its sporty styling, the i20 Coupe is really a relaxed, sedate car on the road. Ride comfort takes precedent over stiff suspension and agile handling, giving the i20 Coupe an easy-going character on poor quality British back roads, while in town the light controls and slick gearchange make parking and stop-start traffic jams effortless.
That’s very Hyundai-like, but it doesn’t really tally with the Coupe name and stylish looks. That said, there is plenty of grip and the i20 Coupe is surefooted through corners, with decent body control unless there are sudden direction changes involved. It's just a shame that its capability isn't allied to some excitement and verve.
The engine range is simple, with two choices. The petrol option is a 1.2-litre with 84PS, which is a bit long in the tooth now. It needs to be revved hard to offer useful performance, though once settled down to a cruise it is quiet enough. Unfortunately it isn’t as economical as the more modern turbo engines offered by rivals - it produces 119g/km of CO2 and has official economy of 55.4mpg.
The 1.4-litre diesel engine is better all round, with 90PS on tap and peak torque of 240Nm available from 1500rpm. That makes it more flexible than the petrol on faster roads and better suited to overtaking or joining a fast flowing motorway. Emissions are 106g/km and economy is 68.9mpg, but there is a hefty £2000 premium to pay over the petrol.
Thankfully there is a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol on the way with 120PS. Due towards the end of 2015, this should give the i20 Coupe more exciting performance, plus it is set to deliver lower emissions and better economy than the 1.2-litre, but for less of a premium than the diesel engine.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 T-GDI 100 | 63 mpg | 10.7 s | 104 g/km |
| 1.0 T-GDI 120 | 59 mpg | 10.2 s | 112 g/km |
| 1.2 | 55 mpg | 12.8 s | 119 g/km |
| 1.2 Blue Drive | 55 mpg | 12.8 s | 115 g/km |
| 1.4 CRDi | 69–71 mpg | 12.1 s | 106 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
73%
Real MPG
38–52 mpg
MPGs submitted
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Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017) interior
- Boot space is 311–1011 litres
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4045 mm |
| Width | - |
| Height | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm |
The sloping roofline and narrow rear window might make you think the i20 Coupe is far less practical than the five-door, but there is a surprising amount of rear head and legroom. Most adults will be comfortable in the back even on longer journeys, though the fairly tight access means the rear row is better suited to carrying children.
The boot is a good size at 311 litres, which is ever so slightly behind the 326 litres of the five-door, but still ahead of many conventional hatchbacks including the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo. It’s well shaped, making it ideal for shopping and trips away. The only niggle is a high load lip, which becomes a problem when loading and unloading bulky or heavy items.
Aside from that the i20 Coupe is about the same as the five-door car, which is a good thing. Material quality is up there with the best and the layout is neat and simple. The instruments are clear and the minor controls for air conditioning or audio are easy to understand and get used to. There’s also a nifty mount to keep smartphones in sight and charged.
The trim structure for the Coupe is more simple than for the five-door, kicking off with SE rather than S. That means all cars get air conditioning, alloy wheels, cruise control, parking sensors, Bluetooth and LED running lights. The Sport gains luxury extras like larger wheels, while the top Sport Nav gets a 7-inch touchscreen, DAB radio and navigation.
Standard Equipment:
SE is the base trim level and comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors, electric windows, LED running lights, cruise control, speed limiter, four-speaker audio system, steering wheel mounted audio and phone controls and front fog lights.
Sport trim adds 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic lights, automatic wipers, climate control with auto defog, power folding door mirrors and six-speaker audio.
Sport Nav is the top trim and adds a seven-inch touchscreen with navigation, DAB radio and reversing camera.
Hyundai i20 Coupe (2015 – 2017) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4045 mm |
| Width | - |
| Height | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 980–1280 kg |
| Boot Space | 311–1011 L |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Servicing | 10000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £12,725–£16,700 |
| Insurance Groups | 5–10 |
| Road Tax Bands | B–C |
| Official MPG | 55.4–70.6 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
On sale until July 2019
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.0 T-GDi 100ps SE 3dr | £14,995 | 62.8 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 1.2 84ps SE 3dr | £14,015 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
On sale until September 2017
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.0 T-GDi 100ps Sport 3dr | £15,550 | 62.8 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 1.0 T-GDi 100ps Sport Nav 3dr | £15,970 | 62.8 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 1.0 T-GDi 120ps Sport 3dr | £16,030 | 58.9 mpg | 10.2 s |
| 1.0 T-GDi 120ps Sport Nav 3dr | £16,450 | 58.9 mpg | 10.2 s |
| 1.2 84ps SE Blue Drive 3dr | £13,025 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.2 84ps Sport 3dr | £14,550 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.2 84ps Sport Blue Drive 3dr | £14,025 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.2 84ps Sport Nav 3dr | £14,950 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.2 84ps Sport Nav Blue Drive 3dr | £14,700 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.4 CRDi 90ps SE 3dr | £15,025 | 68.9 mpg | 12.1 s |
| 1.4 CRDi 90ps Sport 3dr | £16,025 | 68.9 mpg | 12.1 s |
| 1.4 CRDi 90ps Sport Nav 3dr | £16,700 | 68.9 mpg | 12.1 s |
On sale until October 2015
| Coupe | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.4 CRDi 89 SE 3dr | £15,025 | 68.9 mpg | 12.1 s |
| 1.4 CRDi 89 Sport 3dr | £16,025 | 68.9 mpg | 12.1 s |
| 1.4 CRDi 89 Sport Nav 3dr | £16,700 | 68.9 mpg | 12.1 s |
On sale until April 2015
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.2 SE 84 3dr | £12,725 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.2 Sport 84 3dr | £13,725 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.2 Sport Nav 84 3dr | £14,400 | 55.4 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.4 CRDi SE 90 3dr | £14,725 | 70.6 mpg | 12.1 s |
| 1.4 CRDi Sport 90 3dr | £15,725 | 70.6 mpg | 12.1 s |
| 1.4 CRDi Sport Nav 90 3dr | £16,400 | 70.6 mpg | 12.1 s |
Model History
December 2014
Hyundai i20 Coupe revealed
At the front, the i20 Coupe takes a different approach to Hyundai Motor’s characteristic grille design. The striking reverse hexagonal front grille sits in a new front bumper. Bold wheel arches –which dominate the rear quarter of the Coupe - lead into a new rear bumper design which creates an athletic presence. Despite its sportier appearance, the Coupe is still a practical car: the 336-litre boot space is best-in-class.
To further differentiate the three-door model, Hyundai has introduced a unique Tangerine Orange exterior colour and a matching orange interior colour option for the Coupe (in addition to the i20 colour palette). It also features a new 17-inch alloy wheel design and new rear spoiler, among other aesthetic enhancements.
The choice of Euro6 engines includes petrol and diesel power units from 84 PS to 100 PS. A new 1.4-litre ‘Kappa’ petrol engine will be available from launch, with a new 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine joining the range later in 2015.
February 2015
Hyundai announces prices for the i20 Coupe
Prices start at £12,725 for the entry level SE trim, which includes standard features such as: 16” alloy wheels; Bluetooth connectivity; cruise control with speed limiter; rear parking sensors; and rear spoiler. Priced from £13,725, customers choosing the Sport derivative benefit from: 17-inch alloy wheels; automatic lights; auto dimming review mirror; climate control with auto defog; and privacy glass.
The range-topping Sport Nav model adds integrated satellite navigation with 7-inch touchscreen, Rear View Camera and DAB radio for £14,400.
New Generation i20 Coupe customers have a choice of two engines; a 1.2-litre petrol with an output of 84PS and a 1.4-litre diesel engine delivering up to 90PS. The petrol is mated to a five-speed manual transmission, while the diesel comes with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard.
Hyundai’s European design team has taken a different approach with the brand’s characteristic grille design, with New Generation i20 Coupe featuring the striking reverse hexagonal front grille on a newly-designed front bumper.
To set the New Generation i20 Coupe apart from the rest of the range, Hyundai has introduced a new stylish exterior colour: Tangerine Orange. The new colour comes with a black interior with orange inserts, further adding to its bold aesthetic. Despite its sportier appearance, New Generation i20 Coupe still offers best-in-class boot space of 336-litres.
Additionally, customers of the New generation i20 five-door model can now benefit from two new trim levels – Premium Nav and Premium SE Nav – both of which feature Hyundai’s integrated satellite navigation with 7-inch touchscreen, DAB radio and rear view camera. Premium Nav, based on the Premium derivative, is available from £14,400, while Premium SE Nav is available from £15,400.
