Saar: The automatic transmission is available in just two petrol-powered variants – Magna Executive and Asta.
Based on our conversations with the dealers across Delhi-NCR, Hyundai has introduced the option of a CVT (continuously variable transmission) with the Elite i20. The two-pedal setup is available in just two petrol-powered variants – Magna Executive and Asta. While the former is priced at Rs 7.05 lakh, the latter wears a price tag of Rs 8.16 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom Delhi).
With those prices included, here’s how the new price-list looks like for the Hyundai Elite i20:
Hyundai Elite i20: Price List (ex-showroom Delhi)
| Variant | Engine | Transmission | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERA | 1.2-litre Petrol | 5-Speed Manual | Rs 5.35 Lakh |
| Magna Executive | 1.2-litre Petrol | 5-Speed Manual | Rs 6 Lakh |
| Sportz | 1.2-litre Petrol | 5-Speed Manual | Rs 6.59 Lakh |
| Magna Executive CVT | 1.2-litre Petrol | CVT | Rs 7.05 Lakh |
| Asta | 1.2-litre Petrol | 5-Speed Manual | Rs 7.11 Lakh |
| Asta Dual Tone | 1.2-litre Petrol | 5-Speed Manual | Rs 7.36 Lakh |
| Asta (O) | 1.2-litre Petrol | 5-Speed Manual | Rs 7.90 Lakh |
| Asta CVT | 1.2-litre Petrol | CVT | Rs 8.16 Lakh |
| ERA | 1.4-litre Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Rs 6.73 Lakh |
| Magna Executive | 1.4-litre Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Rs 7.31 Lakh |
| Sportz | 1.4-litre Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Rs 7.83 Lakh |
| Asta | 1.4-litre Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Rs 8.36 Lakh |
| Asta Dual Tone | 1.4-litre Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Rs 8.61 Lakh |
| Asta (O) | 1.4-litre Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Rs 9.15 Lakh |
As you can see, the CVT variants are just over Rs 1 lakh dearer than their respective manual counterparts. Apart from the transmission, there are no other changes to report. Mechanically, it remains identical too. The 1.2-litre petrol engine produces 83PS of power and 115Nm of torque. What will change though are the mileage and kerb weight figures and we will have to wait for Hyundai to release them officially.
Dealers confirmed that both variants are available on a made-to-order basis only. The minimum booking amount for the car is Rs 25,000 and once that’s put in, expect the dealer to get it for you in about 20 days time.
With the CVT included in the Elite i20, Hyundai is hoping to garner sales numbers from customers who would have otherwise gone for either the Maruti Suzuki Baleno CVT or the Honda Jazz CVT. Listed below are the prices for the CVT-equipped variants of the Hyundai Elite i20 rivals.
Price-List For Hyundai Elite i20 Rivals (CVT only) - Ex-showroom Delhi
| Model | Engine / Variant | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno | 1.2-litre Petrol / Delta CVT | Rs 7.10 Lakh |
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno | 1.2-litre Petrol / Zeta CVT | Rs 7.70 Lakh |
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno | 1.2-litre Petrol / Alpha CVT | Rs 8.41 Lakh |
| Honda Jazz | 1.2-litre Petrol / S CVT | Rs 7.71 Lakh |
| Honda Jazz | 1.2-litre Petrol / V CVT | Rs 8.47 Lakh |
As you might have noticed, the CVT variants of the Hyundai Elite i20 are less expensive than those of the rival products. Whether this price difference and the fact that the Elite i20 has better overall quality help Hyundai or not, only time will tell. But if you had to put your money down on one of these, which one would it be?
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