The Hyundai i20 supermini is accessible as soon as once more in a sporty-looking trim, now known as N Line S, which goals to ship a whiff of the model and dynamism discovered within the not too long ago discontinued i20 N sizzling hatch.
The third-generation Hyundai i20 supermini obtained some visible tweaks as a part of a mid-life facelift in 2023, nevertheless, N Line S vehicles preserve the identical entrance design the pre-facelift fashions, albeit with a brand new grille insert design. There’s additionally a brand new set of 17-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler with built-in LED brake gentle. Hyundai has added 4 new paint finishes – Lumen Gray Pearl, Meta Blue Pearl, Vibrant Blue Pearl, and Lucid Lime Metallic.
N Line S fashions get purple stitching and accents all through the cabin, plus an N Line-specific gear knob and heated leather-based steering wheel, sport seats (additionally heated) and aluminium pedals for a barely racier really feel in comparison with the usual i20.
Multi-colour ambient lighting has been added for this 2024 refresh together with new LED inside lights, USB-C charging ports for the entrance and rear, and like all i20 variations, the N Line S can obtain over-the-air updates for its infotainment system.
Different equipment onboard features a LED headlights, 10.25-inch digital driver’s show, 10.25-inch central touchscreen, Bose premium sound system, wi-fi smartphone charging pad, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus security programs like lane preserve help, ahead collision avoidance help and autonomous emergency braking.
The N Line S makes use of the identical engine as the remainder of the i20 vary: a turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol that produces 99bhp and is obtainable with a selection of six-speed handbook or seven-speed dual-clutch computerized transmissions. 0-62mph takes 11.1 in handbook variations, and 12.1 seconds in case you get the auto.
The Hyundai i20 N Line S is priced from £24,180 – the identical because the range-topping Final trim fashions. Non-obligatory extras out there embrace an openable sunroof for £550 and ‘Driver Help Pack’ with good cruise management for £800.
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