Hyundai has finally introduced a performance oriented version of its hot hatch i20 dubbed as i20 N sport. For those who are unaware, N performance division is a new sub brand of Hyundai which will focus on making powerful and sporty cars. The i20 N sport is a made in India car and it has been launched in South Africa recently, priced at R 2, 35,000 (approx 11.35 lakh).
The n Sport i20 gets a powerful 1.4l four cylinder petrol engine aided by multi point electronic injection and dual continuous variable valve timing technology. The engine has enough grunt to churn out 115PS (113bhp) of max power and 160Nm of peak torque and comes mated to a six speed manual gearbox. On the contrary, the current version of i20 produces 98bhp and 136Nm.
To take i20 N sport to next level, Hyundai has coupled this meaty version with four wheel electronic-four channel ABS (anti-lock braking system) with EBD (electronic brake force distribution) along with revised suspension system for sporty handling and firm ride ability. To add further sting, i20 N Sport gets stiffer springs, ventilated front disc brakes and discs at rear.
In terms of aesthetic change, the powerhouse gets new 17 inch alloy wheels, side skirts, N performance badge at front mudguard and boot lid along with a stainless steel free flow CAT back exhaust system for an aggressive styling.
It isn’t sure if Hyundai will launch N Sport i20 in India or not but taking into account the craze for VW Polo GT which suggests there is a market and lovers for hot hatchbacks in India. Fiat is also pepping up for the launch of Punto EVO Abarth in the country, so Hyundai should seriously think of bringing N Sport in India.
