Hyundai i20 N Long Term Review: Honestly, What Is It Really Like To Own?

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Chasing Cars journalist John Law ran this Hyundai i20 N with two-tone roof for 6 months and nearly 12,000km. After all that driving, do we recommend the i20 N as a great hot hatch?
Our i20 N spec:
- 2021 build, MY21 equipment
- 1.6-litre turbo at 150kW (201 hp)
- Polar white solid paint (no-cost)
- Two-tone roof option ($1000)
The Hyundai i20 N competes directly with the Volkswagen Polo GTI and the outgoing Ford Fiesta ST - and in some ways with the Toyota GR Yaris and its own i30 N hatchback sibling.
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@moee1337 Жыл бұрын

Hey there, I've got my i20n for about 2 months now. In germany it manages the streets pretty well. No problem with the suspension at all. For our streets it's not too stiff/firm. I've driven it now about 4.000km and it's hella fun. Everyone who loves Hot Hatches should consider to buy this one, if he can affort it. I'm serious. The sound totally nails it, compared to the trashy Polo GTI or the Ford Fiesta ST. My first little "Dream Car" was the Fiesta ST, as I've driven (normal 100hp) Fiestas my entire time, since I own my dl, because they are pretty affortable and I ain't got that much money. But as the i20N released, I were like. "Jup, thats gonna be mine." I don't regret it.

@ax5022 11 ай бұрын

I just bought one and I totally get what you mean, I love the car it's just awesome.

@moee1337 11 ай бұрын

@@ax5022 Got about 16.000km today and I still love it. Right now I'm moving to a new apartment and I got some problems with the space of the trunk but therefor I just got some friends with Ford Transits and cars like that. Also the Bose Soundsystem could be a bit better in the highs/mids but is still pretty good. Thats pretty much it with the negatives of this car. Some positives to mention: The exhaust sound is still insane and the suspension makes you feel like you fly through corners. A huge infotainment that works pretty good A permanently disableable lane assist Super fast cooling/heating A/C and heated steering wheel Much space for passengers in the backseats, because it has the measures of the i30 in the interior. I'm 1.80cm tall and everyone of my friends fits behind me without touching my seat in any way. Just the foot space is a bit small, because the sport seats are very low (which is good). The trade for this is the trunk space but thats fine for me. I wish you a lot of fun with your N! You won't regret your choice of car!

@Nimrawid 5 ай бұрын

Soft enough for Germany is way too hard in Poland! haha To me all german cars a bit too stiff for everyday use. Mostly because of our giant potholes.

@NoDoSwLa Жыл бұрын

I've never thought I'll buy a new car. But the I20N made me order it brandnew. Lucky me it took 3 month (March until delivery in June) and I could pick my Brass I20N up at my Dealership. I have to say, that I/we own a bigger car too. For trips on the Autobahn with the family etc. So space and comfort for traveling far away were no things I put into consideration. But now that it's here, me (and especially the kids :) ), only want to drive the I20N, or at least as often as possible. It's more spacious than I thought in every day use, and the superb handling and the good engine still putting a smile on my face. My love for the car grew even bigger and I'll keep it for a long time. MPG is great too btw.

@eddavanleemputten9232 Жыл бұрын

I bought the GPK version back in May (‘22) to replace my 10 year old Opel Corsa Eco Flex that got totalled through no fault of my own. What an upgrade! It’s extremely comfortable to drive, I have no issues with the suspension at all. I’ve got a severely herniated disc (L3-L4) since August and so far this car is the easiest for me to get into, out of and to drive. That’s saying a lot as my SO has a luxury BMW. It’s an extremely fuel efficient car if you are a sedate driver. I’ve done some tests and at 70-73 km/hr I can get as low as 3.8 litres per 100 km, going up to 4.2 litres per 100 km at 90 km/hr. My only gripe would be its soft paint. Not much of an issue when you know about it and use the proper equipment when washing it but be prepared for a few light love marks here and there. The car feels spacious even in the back, plenty of leg room and head room for even taller passengers and more than enough to transport a human and a medium-to-large dog simultaneously on the back seat. Love the safety features. I took it on a long drive (Ghent Belgium to Düsseldorf Germany and back) and I really liked the comfort level as a driver, especially for a car in it’s size and price range. Couldn’t be happier!

@claudiadavies5110 Жыл бұрын

Loved seeing this and how you have a great affection for it, recognising it's not perfect, but just driving normally I find it comfy, I'd imagine giving it a bit of stick in the bends may be a bit less comfortable, but genuinely it's a magic, fun and special car with true head turner charm 😀 hopefully we keep seeing more of these charismatic beasties on our roads🤞🤞🤞😎😎😎

@Damo1998 Жыл бұрын

Hey there! Have you driven an i30N? And if so, do you think the suspension is harsher or softer in the i20 N compared to it??

@claudiadavies5110 Жыл бұрын

@@Damo1998 Oh you've got me thinking! I did drive an I30n just once and also have been a passenger in one a few times and I don't think the owner of the I30n had it in the hardest suspension setting, but it was very comparable in that yes, they're both undoubtedly firm and, yes, if you go into a pothole it will do that crashing feeling because of the stiff sidewall of the tyre, but it just makes perfect sense when you drive something like this that the grabbiness has a teeny little price to pay! I hope I've been able to help, I have to admit the second I test drove mine (which was the day I picked it up from the dealer) I felt like it was "right" and made sense. It's genuinely comfy on a freeway and the seats are incredible, a couple of hours driving and no sore backside, hooray! For me, it's not a compromised ride, it's a carefully balanced ride, so would I buy it or an i30n again, oh yes, without question!!! I'll be interested to hear if you decide to go with either of these, you can't go wrong😃

@lovesprouts753 Жыл бұрын

Amazing little car I've had mine for a year now and I absolutely love it I don't rate the Pirelli p zero though my front tyres only lasted 4500 miles, I find the suspension perfect and the mpg also amazed and also the great sound it makes

@SatanDotExe Жыл бұрын

Small production quality and international outreach tip, providing on-screen conversations for common international units such as mpg along with the voice L/100km is likely useful.

@Getting-Older Жыл бұрын

Fantastic little rocket!! Love mine (UK) agree suspension is subjective and was one thing i was concerned about but after the test drive and now having done 800+ miles not an issue and for me easy to live with and no real complaints from passengers (possibly due to the jaw dropping levels of grip). I like your balanced approach to your reviews, keep it up.

@jibby4554 Жыл бұрын

How long was the wait for your order?

@Getting-Older Жыл бұрын

@@jibby4554 I was lucky as got a cancelled customer order so only waited a month or it would have been 12 months

@discoarmadillo Жыл бұрын

I picked up a two tone Performance Blue to use as a daily driver a few weeks ago and couldn't be happier. The suspension is super firm, but that's about where my complaints end. It's a cracking little car! The baby N has to be the best value performance car on the market at RRP.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

So you could daily drive the 120n ?

@discoarmadillo Жыл бұрын

@@ljp1942 yeah I have no problem, but I prefer a sportier ride. Potholes and uneven road surfaces are very noticeable.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

@@discoarmadillo Ordered mine in April dealer told me vehicle has gone into production in August sadly dealer did not honor contract signed in April so will cop the $2000.00 price rise.

@paultravels3762 Жыл бұрын

100%...its better than the 130N also.

@ChrisBurpitt Жыл бұрын

@@ljp1942 I ordered mine in June, was delivered in September but I also copped the $2k increase

@andyfear3534 Жыл бұрын

Great car, I think most people would expect the firm ride. Maybe a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 5's would improve comfort levels and improve the wear issues that some owners are reporting below!

@mharro88 Жыл бұрын

The i30 n sedan is the best N car there is. It has refinement but also fun

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

You can't even order the 120n at the moment so it can't be that bad a vehicle if there has been such demand for it.

@SiXiS4 Жыл бұрын

Microchips

@justayute Жыл бұрын

@@SiXiS4 yh my vw took me a few months it only just finished a few days ago

@kenz2854 Жыл бұрын

@@SiXiS4 that’s the reason they are taking so long, my i20 is coming next february and i ordered t 2 and a half months ago

@LuBre Жыл бұрын

I've got the GPL version for 19.000€, I freaking love it. I can easily do 15-16 km/liter at 0.77€/liter. Great engine, low consumption, great comfort.

@stevemarshall3481 Жыл бұрын

My son ordered his back in June 2022, he received a phone call last week (Dec 2022) to say his car should be delivered by Apr 2023, looking forward to the day when he can take me out in it 🤪

@THEDRUMMERJOSH Жыл бұрын

I’ve had mine for about 6 months too. Still love it and I haven’t had a single problem. Admittedly I haven’t tried the eco mode all that much so I can’t speak to the efficiency. A quick note with your rims, although the tires can be rotated fine, you can actually tell your rims are on backwards (the fins are not symmetrical and have a clockwise/anticlockwise rotation)

@THEDRUMMERJOSH Жыл бұрын

Rev hang: yes it exists. I’m used to it but like you said, it never comes up when I’m actually trying to drive fast and so it doesn’t bother me.

@Salmon_Toastie Жыл бұрын

Ecos great as it’s a small little engine. Haven’t got any numbers on hand but it isn’t that different in consumption to any other 1.6 turbo.

@chasingcars Жыл бұрын

Many more notes on the i20 N here: www.chasingcars.com.au/reviews/small-cars/hyundai-i20-n-2022-long-term-review/

@psewgobind Жыл бұрын

Would be nice if N's part were available for other model. Suspension upgrade on base 6MT Venue would make for a nice budget car for enthusiast.

@BDogs10 Жыл бұрын

Was interested to hear the ride in Fiesta ST maybe more forgiving than i20? I’m interested both cars but I’ve heard the ST is quite firm too. I’ll have to take for a drive. Regards

@andrejkumer4607 Жыл бұрын

How much is ground clearence?

@user-lc9re9gf2r 4 ай бұрын

Great car...I like mine...I'd like it better though if it was actually working. We have a big problem in Australia with i20N fuel pump failures which have left myself and an ever growing number of other i20N owners with no car and currently no idea when they will be fixed. Head on over to Hyundai i20N owners club Australia to see for yourself.

@DS-ip2dl 11 ай бұрын

I've been driving mine for over a year. I only waited 4 months for him. I did 11,000 km. Mainly on good and fast roads. The astonishment of overtaken drivers of large and powerful 🙂

@ljp1942 11 ай бұрын

So you can drive the i20n daily ?

@DS-ip2dl 11 ай бұрын

@@ljp1942 of course, although the car definitely likes good roads

@tonestar0183 Жыл бұрын

Well done John and Chasing Cars :) Great quality review that aimed to answer a lot of the questions people have. A month ago I put a deposit on an I20N that was a cancelled order from someone that needed a car straight away. The one I've put my money on looks the same as the test car. White with the black roof. The price I'm paying is $42999! I'm in Brisbane Australia. A lot of money I know and a lot more than what they were just 12 months ago! So if you've picked one up for anything under 40k I reckon you've got yourself a bargain. The estimated wait time for me is another 6-9 months. As we speak that seems to be the price you have to pay. No stock available, Hyundai Australia currently not taking orders, huge demand worldwide, great reviews etc. .It may also be one of the last petrol hot hatches you can buy before things go hybrid and electric etc.

@MrBenHaynes Жыл бұрын

Interesting Tonestar01. I wonder how much of the pent up demand for this vehicle is from people who want to purchase one due to the impending electric revolution?

@Damo1998 Жыл бұрын

Thats rough... i only paid 12 grand more for my i30N dct. Hello from Ipswich 😀

@Lukesphysique Жыл бұрын

Got a cancelled order myself in performance blue with black roof just under 2 months ago and arrives in nov/dec for 40k!

@tonestar0183 Жыл бұрын

@@MrBenHaynes the days of the petrol, manual hot hatch are certainly limited so yes that I believe is definitely part of it. I think there will be good demand for these in the future as they're a great track car and in the future will be very tuneable for greater horsepower.

@ytrezzzz Жыл бұрын

Very honest review, i'm ok with your conclusions , despite that i still love the car

@marklambert2750 10 ай бұрын

I have one and the daily ride is good, after all it’s a performance car you’re buying…..I love this car 😍👍

@ljp1942 9 ай бұрын

So you could daily drive the i20n ?

@lesgibbs326 Жыл бұрын

I'm a huge fan of hot hatches and i20n seams a lot of features is a bonus too . Unfortunately trying to get one to test in Australia is difficult. As it probably won't get on the track with me do you think eventually replacing the pirrellis with a tyre with more profile would increase the ride comfort 🤔

@N3WM00NFR34K 3 ай бұрын

Yes

@simon2823 Жыл бұрын

Change the tyres is a must. I got just over 5000 miles before the fronts were on the wear indicators. changing to Michelin PS5's was a no brainer. ride comfort improved and no wheel hope when pulling away hard. PZero are useless in cold wet conditions. as for firmness, it aint that firm coming from a 208 GTI BPS.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

So you could daily drive the i20n ?

@maxcardenas8257 Жыл бұрын

When I had a test drive and asked about the rev hang they totally dismissed me and said that another high end buyer loved it and never mentioned rev hang! My opinion was invalid I guess! I bought a swift sport and installed a lightweight flywheel and it's perfect now. Revs drop just in time for the speed of my shifts. I would i20n owners to try a LWF to fix the rev hang

@mitkoprakov1296 Жыл бұрын

hey @ChasingCars . i do own a I20 N (Line) since it has done 1000miles ( didnt buy it brand new but hey no waiting time) and i could say as watching your video, when we do exclude the horsepowers and some unique characters from the 20N, i think both cars do get quite close anyways, especially when we do speak about daily driving and trips experience(track experience isnt included here ). Id say i am more satisfied of the comfort of the N line seats, since they are deeper and they dont give me any chance to more at all when im sitting, compared to driving some other cars. It is firm but i guess the 20N is one idea more firm even in comfort settings so people should remember and decide what experience they want, when we speak about sounds i20 N and N line are very close in the sound at idling and driving if used normal mode and CLOSED valves on the 20N :) consumption on the 20N u are refering to 7.5 which isnt actually bad having in mind it has 204HP, while the i20 N line does personally with me make 6-6.5 with mixed driving and not pushing too much so yeah quite a good choice for enthusiasts that would like to give more gas but save some fuel as well.

@erinmingo5919 Жыл бұрын

Can’t really compare the 2

@marickshorts Жыл бұрын

Really can't be compared. The N-line is much much softer and slower. The sound is not as loud and has no pops n bangs like the i20N, n-line lacks some options and the engine and the steering is much more refined on the real N. Also the seats are very different.

@theaces3697 9 ай бұрын

the firm ride really isnt an issue for daily driving, i get that where you are the roads are rougher and bumpy, but for towns, cities, motorways etc this car is perfectly fine

@mdo 15 күн бұрын

In the UK not so much. Roads are terrible especially in towns and cities. And where they're not terrible there's silly speed bumps of all sizes and shapes.

@gregorysmith177 8 ай бұрын

I have a 2024 i20. Not the n. I find it very good car indeed

@stevo7233 Жыл бұрын

What oil did you use? And why is it a soft spot haha I have the i30 sedan N and I use 5w 30 I don’t need 0w 30 because Aussie weather is never that cold to need such thin oil

@MrBenHaynes Жыл бұрын

Excellent information, thanks John. I almost ordered one sight unseen to replace my ND MX-5. So glad that I waited for your reviews as the car is not suited for most of the reasons you have outlined. I wouldn't select Fiesta ST or Polo GTi as alternatives due to their poor reliability and company attitude to warranty claims. An i30 N-line would solve all of the i20N's shortcomings for me personally. Keep up the great work. I love your honest and humble presenting style.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

Have one on order and do not regret it remember Ford Australia will ceases bringing the Fiesta st to OZ so this little beast maybe your only future option.

@stevefoster4509 Жыл бұрын

I drove the i30Nline and i20N, bought the i20N, they are not comparable really and totally different cars, you don't see track tests of the i30Nline for a reason, it's a daily driver and family car in comparison to the i20N. If the short comings are more track focused performance etc then yep, it'll solve them ;)

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

@@stevefoster4509 So what is John Law carrying on about.

@stevefoster4509 Жыл бұрын

@@ljp1942 I think it is a case of if suspension is too firm for you get the i30nline, trouble is everything else is softer as well and ultimately it does not compare with the i20N

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

@@stevefoster4509 I test drove the I20n only briefly did not seem bad to me.

@steffidas4785 8 ай бұрын

The original polo killer only if we could market it well

@zaamuro8408 Жыл бұрын

Shame that the suspension lets it down. I like the look of this over its rivals as its not the usual tall roof light hatch.

@nathanbarnes7375 Жыл бұрын

Drive it yourself. I've had mine for 10 months now and I don't mind the firm ride at all. I use it as a daily and for fast bendy roads. Can't wait to take it to a track.

@zaamuro8408 Жыл бұрын

@@nathanbarnes7375 yup, worth a try but if you lived where I live, it will get annoying very quickly.

@lewise6450 Жыл бұрын

Put 7k miles on mine, love it!

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

How is the ride a quality ?

@JudgeMeByMyJumper Жыл бұрын

Well done, John and Co. Would love to see a Kia Carnival (or other big family hauler) next. Hope one in the team has kids or a hockey team to really put it to the test.

@chasingcars Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! We will see about a Carnival or similar van for a future long term loan.

@E4008B Жыл бұрын

These roads look great, can you let us know where they are please?

@BDogs10 Жыл бұрын

Yes ,like to know too

@ljp1942 10 ай бұрын

@your local Hyundai dealership.

@aidanhayes6676 Жыл бұрын

Got a cerato GT instead of this and I’m not sure if I made the right choice 😭

@claudiadavies5110 Жыл бұрын

I had the Cerato GT before my i20n and they're both brilliant cars, beautiful road hugging in the GT, i20n more hard core. I reckon they're both fantastic, GT as a superb warm hatch, i20n as a hot hatch👏👏👏🤩🤩🤩

@simofsimenz Жыл бұрын

I got the cerato gt too. I really love it but I’m not a track day guy so I don’t miss the dip in performance. I find it’s ride is a little too firm for me but the fun driving it makes up for it.

@GinoFoto Жыл бұрын

Even standard i20 is set up for a pretty firm ride, which is great for amazingly groomed roads, not so much where asphalt falling apart.

@letsseeif Жыл бұрын

I'd like the standard (standard range) i20! That said, the Hyundai i10 would sell extremely well especially around the suburbs of Australian cities. [I'm 'over' performance cars.]

@MrBenHaynes Жыл бұрын

Kia have you covered with the Rio and Picanto. (esp the Picanto GT)

@MrA2G Жыл бұрын

Love to see a long term haval or MG SUV. Be interesting to see how it fares over a long period, might put certain perceptions to bed.

@acetayob8163 9 ай бұрын

Does the car come in automatic?

@boskojovanovic2770 Жыл бұрын

Correction: Total torque is 275Nm and over-boosts to 305Nm.

@HCD488 Жыл бұрын

2:27 bro who torques wheels like that 😂😂😂 never seen that 😂

@nathanbarnes7375 Жыл бұрын

I do, I use the rattle gun 1st and then check them with the torque wrench.

@HCD488 Жыл бұрын

@@nathanbarnes7375 yeah thats part is normal but why are you not using the weight of your body and push down the Torque wrench instead of pulling up ... would be much easier to turn it arround and pushing down 😂

@MrBenHaynes Жыл бұрын

@ Saabstyle Torque shaming, 😂😂😂I've never seen that before 😂

@nathanbarnes7375 Жыл бұрын

@@HCD488 100% agree

@HCD488 Жыл бұрын

@@MrBenHaynes 😂😂😂👍

@kelvpoon Жыл бұрын

Such a shame the fiesta is no more

@hondamanvtec2894 Жыл бұрын

If it was 10.000 kilometer with hard driving That must be good quality tires then

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

They are shit tyres bro.

@ian7675 Жыл бұрын

I put Eagle F1 tyres on mine, absolutely superb handling. My average mpg (U.K.) is 45 on E5 fuel, can get high 50’s on a long run. Suspension is firm and gets tiring on longer journeys. Irritating to drive in slow traffic, bit too jerky when crawling in a queue. Agreed the faster you drive it, the better it gets. Loves to be revved high. Superb on a tight country lane. If I keep mine long term I’ll probably swap out the suspension.

@Getting-Older Жыл бұрын

how do you find the eagles? did you go for 215 or 225? I find grip of P0 very good but wear rate is high i've noticed after 800miles

@ian7675 Жыл бұрын

@@Getting-Older I went for the 215, I find the grip is very good. Early days for wear rate but I’d imagine they’re better than the P Zero. Time will tell.

@Silverwarhawk Жыл бұрын

I20N is a rolls Royce compared to gr yaris... So comfy and plush

@hsv215i Жыл бұрын

6 months with a BRZ!

@elmin2323 Жыл бұрын

12 months? It's blown out to 24

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

That's not correct at the moment as you cannot place an order with Hyundai Australia.

@elmin2323 Жыл бұрын

@@ljp1942 ye if of U have it's 24 months

@ian7675 Жыл бұрын

Also super rare on U.K. roads, I’ve literally only ever seen one other in the flesh and that was in a dealership. I see more high end super cars on the road than these.

@irockz9723 Жыл бұрын

Same with the Kona N

@mikemorley2797 Жыл бұрын

Mine is in Sandbach not seen another one apart from at a dealership. I was lucky I got a cancellation got the car within 2-weeks but had to travel to Blackpool.

@r3games1985 6 ай бұрын

GTI mk8 is still way better.

@MrWilliam.Stewart Жыл бұрын

I'm very impressed. The way those Engineers detuned that turbo charger enhanced engine to only 150 kilowatts, it's a feat of boost control magic. Surely it makes more power than a Kia Cerato? Just kidding, of course it doesn't. Oh what a feeling, de tuned engine.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

Wake up.

@MrProthall Жыл бұрын

Nah man. You don't need track days for this car to be worth it. The Polo is boring and the Fiesta has a horrible interieur by now.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

So you could daily drive the 120n ?

@ironlungthe3rd Жыл бұрын

30+K on a performance hothatch and then fill it with E10 = mistake.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

Why would you feed this little beast E10 rubbish.

@mitkoprakov1296 Жыл бұрын

i dont see the problem here.... if u daily drive and want to save money so yeah who cares? i drive mine in both and yeah there is difference in E5 no doubt but they guy isnt from UK or EU so 98 premium=100 octane E5...