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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Hyundai i20 Diesel Coming in Mid 2009

Hyundai i20 Diesel
Expected in Mid 2009
Estimated price: Rs 5.75 to 7.75 lakh
After the launch of the i20 in the latter half of 2008, Hyundai will now launch the diesel version of its i20. The diesel variant has no changes in looks when compared to its petrol sibling.

Engine:

The diesel variant should be powered by a 1.4l CRDI engine. The 1.4l CRDI engine will produce a power of 74bhp and a torque of 220Nm. The i20 could make more heads turn towards it as it will equipped with a refined diesel engine, with the new generation diesel engines being known for their performance and efficiency.

Hyundai is expected add a VGT (Variable geometry turbocharger) to its diesel engine adding more power to it.

Features:
The top model of i20 will be equipped with airbags and ABS. The car should even feature the 2DIN music system. The interiors of the diesel and the petrol variant will be the same.

Competitors:
The car will compete with the diesel versions of the Maruti Suzuki Swift (DZire also) and the Skoda Fabia. The Swift will be cheaper than i20 and the Fabia is on the expensive side. All the three engines are highly refined and efficient diesel engines.

Specs (Speculated)
Engine Displacement: 1396cc
Power: 74bhp
Torque: 220Nm
Length: 3940mm
Width: 1710mm
Height: 1550mm
Fuel Tank: 45 litres

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