Hyundai i20N | Better than a Fiesta ST?

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CAR mag’s James Taylor has been running the Hyundai i20N as his everyday car for the last few months and has condensed his impressions from thousands of miles and hundreds of hours of driving into this 8-minute video. Watch to find out what he thinks and whether he would pick the i20N over the Ford Fiesta ST.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:48 - Interior
1:15 - Driving
3:05 - Driving modes
4:24 - Criticisms of the i20N
6:50 - Verdict
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@CARmagazineTV 2 жыл бұрын

Have your say in the comments - i20N or Fiesta ST?

@chriscuthbertson 2 жыл бұрын

Fiesta STs are everywhere, so would go with the i20N

@iamspyvspy3077 2 жыл бұрын

Fiesta. Downunder the Hyundai is a whopping $13k more. If there was price parity then maybe i20N.

@georgealex8306 2 жыл бұрын

@@iamspyvspy3077 fiesta st costs more than hyundai i20n, except if you take as a price, the price of the previous model, which someone cannot order.

@iamspyvspy3077 2 жыл бұрын

@@georgealex8306 Across the pond in NZ the latest Fiesta ST is $42k, i20N $54k. Both available to order now.

@greensocks4507 Жыл бұрын

@@iamspyvspy3077 Ordered my ST in April '22. No brainer. 11K cheaper than the i20N as you've stated. Sadly the Fiesta doesn't appear on the Ford Website here any longer, can't buy a new one now. Should'nt do any damage to the resale value when my car turns up I guess. I'm in NZ , Christchurch.

@antj29 Жыл бұрын

Another review where They fail to mention the 5yr unlimited warranty that includes track use. This is a major benefit that still ford and the more established brands don’t match

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

Ford is put the nail in their hot hatch bro.

@MrRyanMcCall 4 ай бұрын

Picked up mine today, what a machine for the money!

@mitchybenny 2 жыл бұрын

It’s not even a discussion. The N has far more tech. Way better warranty. Better build quality. Isn’t plagued by major common issues like the ST. And the spec you can get the ST in is waaaay short of the basic spec of the N for the same money

@klaus8458 2 жыл бұрын

Stop your silly fanboying. Obviously it is a discussion because the reviewer picked the ST over this to own.

@benpenagonzales6014 Жыл бұрын

@@klaus8458 he's entitled to his opinion, no need to try and belittle someone's views

@JIMMYHIBBS1 2 жыл бұрын

These small hot hatches are brilliant - you never know if they are going to be driven by a younger or older person - suit so many people

@ian7675 Жыл бұрын

I’m 45 years old and have just bought an i20N.

@JIMMYHIBBS1 Жыл бұрын

@@ian7675 good man …. I did write another post under this video that the Hyundai is the grown ups car compared to the Fiesta - so you made the right choice 👍

@waynephatg 2 жыл бұрын

i20N for me. Took delivery in March. I can't stand the ST. The horrendous looks alone put me off and the interior is not a patch on the Hyundai's nor is the warranty. Then there's the equipment list which the ST cannot rival especially at the price point. Plus it's nice to drive something that isn't seen that often.

@nbkicker7665 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had a fiesta st3 for last 3 yrs and decided to make the change, for me both cars are nice but after driving a i20n decided to order one right away, also helps that the Hyundai comes with a 5yr warranty and 3yr free servicing, plus my local Hyundai dealers are good, where local ford garage is shut and nearest is a Arnold Clark and wouldn’t buy any car from them or take my car to them to have out done

@i20nScot 2 жыл бұрын

I’m too old for it but I bought one last year and have NO regrets. Even taking it to the shops makes me grin like the Cheshire Cat!

@ljp1942 2 жыл бұрын

The ride is firm but not uncomfortable.

@i20nScot 2 жыл бұрын

@@ljp1942 it doesn’t bother me tbh. Anyone who is bothered about ride over bumps shouldn’t be (and probably isn’t) buying this kind of car anyway 🤷🏻‍♂️

@VR6Boki 5 ай бұрын

You are never old for good hothatch if your health is fine. Never tried this car, but I like whole idea of it. It even looks good in this red color, I just don-t like roof spoiler on rear, I guess I would remove if it is my car.

@JIMMYHIBBS1 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a bit older, and think both cars suit young and old - but I think Hyundai for the silver Foxes amongst us, and the kids can keep their orange Fiestas 🤣

@davidg2022 2 жыл бұрын

Hear hear!

@gill124 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a it older too lol but I'm soon to collect the new ST 8.5 in Mean Green. I got such a great deal trading in my ST Line that I thought why not?! I think both cars are amazing although I prefer the sportier look of the ST but it's really personal preference. Enjoy yours. ☺️

@JIMMYHIBBS1 2 жыл бұрын

@@gill124 brilliant - enjoy !!!

@gill124 2 жыл бұрын

@@JIMMYHIBBS1 thanks I will when I eventually get it. Been almost a year! Crazy times. 🤪

@markallen5353 2 жыл бұрын

Picked mine up in November,same colour as yours dragon red black roof. Absolutely love it, coming from a fiesta st which is brilliant the i20n is more smile's

@StanLibuda23 4 ай бұрын

Same here

@Ashes-9 Жыл бұрын

This thing has grown on me. I got the regular i20 in India last week. Its a 1.2 naturally aspirated petrol engine thats pretty good imho. 😊

@rodbrown8306 Жыл бұрын

The body shape is ideal imo, looks a balanced broad handling car, my only wish is that they'd upgrade that old engine that was used in previous models including the Veloster, it looks like it deserves something a little better in 2023 and I think the chassis deserves it. ...180kw's and it would be an absolute cracker with it's light weight.

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

Are you for real ?

@itifonhom 2 жыл бұрын

i20N hands down…..

@davidhayes4814 2 жыл бұрын

Personal preferences aside for either of these very special smallish cars…. When you consider that each is only £6K or £7K more than the corresponding base variant ….. then you are getting a lot of extra very useable performance. Translate that extra £6K or £7K to more expensive/premium cars, then that same difference gets so very much less.

@georgealex8306 2 жыл бұрын

I20n IS better equipped, has better brakes, bigger room, and boot, faster in the corners, bigger warranty including track, more stable in fast turns, and if you know how to push it you can make the rear turn (you need to push it) but the tester says i would give my money to ford because its more ,,,playfull. lol. Last but not least, very few have put the normal and mot the special edition against i20n at the track and make a comparison, giving track times, because i20n smashes fiesta and this is not what the readers must know!! But the truth is, i20n is faster in almost every track :)

@andrewmaple9863 2 ай бұрын

Any good as a daily?

@TheophilusPWildbeest 2 жыл бұрын

Waiting for delivery in June of my i20N. I'm getting on a bit (anyone else remember Slade?), but I want a toy that'll put a smile on my face and I think this will.

@stijnvroman1445 2 жыл бұрын

Baught 1 to cant wait also in june delivery🚀

@eyeballbilly 2 жыл бұрын

good on ya!

@i20nScot 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 40 and I bought one last year. I couldn’t care less what people think of who is driving it. It makes me smile every damn time I drive it. Basically, it will make you happy 😁

@TheophilusPWildbeest 2 жыл бұрын

@@i20nScot Damn right. I'm 61 with a very unhealthy prostate, it stops some things but I can still work my clutch.

@wendybowman1202 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 62 and I’ve had my I20N for about 4 months and absolutely love it. I hadn’t driven one or seen one up close before I took delivery but it is everything I hoped for and more. Fun with a capital F.

@nathanb2100 2 жыл бұрын

I'd go for the Hyundai :D. It looks pretty amazing and looks like a riot to drive, although both are superb hot hatches 😉👍. Awesome review James :)

@TheEryk03 2 жыл бұрын

Both nice.

@marklambert2750 8 ай бұрын

🤔If you own the Fiesta, you will be upgrading breaks and suspension to match the out of the box i20N….so it’s the i20N with its 5 year warranty for me 😀

@NoDoSwLa 2 жыл бұрын

I20N. Mine's build already (got my chassis number from the dealer) and it's running the safety checks and "first service" rn and I can't wait to pick it up in a few days. I'll bet the Fiesta ST is also a fun car. But there are too many obvious reasons to go for the I20N. I've been a VW guy all my life, so I'm not attached to Hyundai or Ford. So i've picked the one that gives me most for the money. And yes, VW didn't offered me anything in that price range and I guess if I still wanna say I'm a VW guy, then only for 80/90's cars.

@leedavis9772 2 жыл бұрын

The only issues I have with i20n is the seat quality is poor, but certainly glad I got one over the ST

@leesgamingvideos4060 11 ай бұрын

I've got a mk 8.5 st but kept seeing good reviews for these so had a test drive today good bit of kit comes fully loaded compared to the fiesta that I had to spec up . Only bit I was disappointed was the i20n didn't seem as lively and wanting to go like the st and the steering in n mode is way to heavy for a hot hatch but apart from that an impressive car .

@henrikkoukku2896 2 жыл бұрын

I expect that in 2023 there will also be a more efficient model with a DCT transmission (with dry/wet clutch)!.

@FollongKevin 2 жыл бұрын

Fiesta st for me all the way

@sakichugouken2474 8 ай бұрын

"i am from UK and i have to say i would for for the Ford, even if the Hyundai is the better car"

@davidhayes4814 8 ай бұрын

It is a shame that this i20N is now under threat …. as the Fiesta ST has been.

@bigrobbo8752 2 жыл бұрын

I'm on my second Fiesta ST and I seriously considered the Hyundai but the rear looks too fussy

@baronxsa Жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts. If not that horrendous rear (mk8 is no beauty either but I can stand it), I'd be switching already. Hopes for the 2023 facelift

@arisachumi3914 2 жыл бұрын

You're nice.

@Mexxx65 2 жыл бұрын

So.... The Hyundai 120N racing blue one gets the flame red bottom skirts.....not the Red one The Red one, gets the same blue-stitching, as the blue one. How stupid and cheap is that!!!! It should be red stitching fgs!!

@ljp1942 Жыл бұрын

That's why i ordered mine in performance blue.

@lawrencepll76 2 жыл бұрын

Since the Fiesta beats the i20N, can you do a comparison against the GR86 with the ST? Both pocket rockets with vert different approaches, will be interesting to see which one is more fun to drive! I wouldn't jump to conclusion so early and way RWD will win, because the Fiesta ST is quite some kit.

@johnnybrravo5791 2 жыл бұрын

Fiesta st is much slower on a tight track, Also build quality of Ford is horrible

@johnnybrravo5791 Жыл бұрын

@Lawrence Lo kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZpOFnbeVy6ndg40.html since the Fiesta gets beat with more then a second. we can conclude it is slower.

@hiphopcommunity4203 Жыл бұрын

The fiesta doesn't beat sh*t

@planbparadise2046 Жыл бұрын

"more than a little bit sorry"... 😶‍🌫

@onthebuses 2 жыл бұрын

🥃🥃

@alexblag18 2 жыл бұрын

Fiesta for me. Not keen on the looks of the i20

@NH-bz9jv 2 жыл бұрын

My i20N was 3 weeks old, had 950 miles on it and burst into flames last week whilst driving. Had I known that Hyundais had similar problems I’d never have bothered. Having said that, I wouldn’t touch the flabby and outdated design of the grandad Fiesta.

@Jo3yPropane 2 жыл бұрын

Did Hyundai explain what happened? It's very rare for ANY new car to just "burst into flames", so it's not exactly fair to make out like it's a Hyundai problem.

@NH-bz9jv 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jo3yPropane not yet, I’m awaiting the report. However, Google is your friend, many reports of Hyundais catching fire. Never again.

@gazb9895 2 жыл бұрын

I call bullshit.

@NH-bz9jv 2 жыл бұрын

@@gazb9895 I don’t give a flying f**k what you call it, it happened. Now, go and bore someone else😘

@ndmarshmello9804 2 жыл бұрын

@@gazb9895 In Australia a couple weeks ago a Hyundai also burst into flames and then exploded. It wasn't an N model but still worrying. I also ordered an i20n so I ain't making this 💩 up