Hyundai Grand i10 2020 Review - Prices, Specs, Variants, Features and Mileage
Back in 2013, Hyundai introduced the Grand i10 to the Indian market that offers the most lucrative package in its segment. Well, with such package offerings, the prices were obviously aggressive. Hyundai also managed to build a reliable after-sales network. Now, with the facelift, the 2020 Hyundai Grand i10 has entered into a new era of fresh technology and new rivals like Tata Tiago, Maruti Suzuki Swift, and Volkswagen Polo.
As part of the 2017 upgrade, the predecessor Grand i10 model did get some exterior tweaks alongside some interior refinement. And now with this 2020 facelift surely makes the 2020 Hyundai Grand i10 the best buy in its segment. While there are not many changes in the exterior design, there are significant improvements in the feature list. Most of the refinements are limited to the top trim. The new Grand i10 offers petrol engines built on BS6 norms.
What will impress you:
Overall Cabin quality is upmarket
Spacious passenger and luggage room
Well thought convenience features
Responsive smartphone-compatible infotainment system
What Won’t:
Audio system not available as standard
Not so comfy headrests on front seats
Not much fun to drive like rivals
No diesel engine on offer
What’s New in 2020 Hyundai Grand i10?
Floating touchscreen sourced from Hyundai Venue
1.2-litre petrol engine revised as per BS6 norms
Hyundai Grand i10 BS6 March 2020 Offers
The 2020 Hyundai Grand i20 BS6 is available at a cash discount of Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 15,000 over an exchange. Some dealerships are also clearing their previous Hyundai Grand i10 BS4 stock by offering an attractive discount of up to Rs. 40,000 and up to Rs. 30,000 on exchange. Corporate employees can also avail an additional discount of Rs. 5,000.
Car Model | Discount on new Grand i10 BS6 | Discount on Old 2019 BS4 Stock |
Hyundai Grand i10 | Rs 25K Cash + Rs 15K Exchange | Rs 40K Cash + Rs 30K Exchange |
Note: Additional Corporate discount of Rs. 5000 available exclusively in Delhi, NCR
2020 Hyundai Grand i10 Variants and Features
Hyundai has silently removed diesel-powered variants of its Grand i10 hatchback. At the launch of the new Grand i10 Nios, reportedly Hyundai discontinued the diesel Grand i10 and also reduced the number of variants offered. A of now, the hatchback is now only available in the mid-spec Magna and Sportz trims.
The Magna variant is offered with a CNG kit as well. The Magna petrol metallic is priced at Rs 5.86 lakh/Rs 5.89 lakh (solid), the Sportz petrol Metallic at Rs 5.96 lakh and the Sportz solid at Rs. 5.99 lakh, all prices are ex-showroom Delhi.
Trim | Magna | Sportz |
Price Manual (Ex-showroom Delhi) | Rs. 586,788 to Rs. 5,89,999 | Rs.5,96,787 to Rs. 5,99,999 |
Key Features | Rear Parking Sensors | Front Fog Lamps |
Front & Rear Door Map Pockets | Rear Camera with display on Audio | |
Blue Interior Illumination | LED Daytime Running Lamps | |
Day & Night Inside Rear View Mirror | Electric folding outside mirrors | |
2-Din Integrated Audio | 17.64 cm Audio Video with Smart Phone Navigation | |
Waistline Molding | Cooled Glove Box | |
2-Tone Beige & Black Interior Key Color | Tilt Steering |
We Recommend
We would recommend the petrol manual Sportz trim as it is priced competitively and offers a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system along with several major upgrades over the base Magna trim.
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How well does the new Tata Tiago hatch go with the Grand i10?
2020 Hyundai Grand i10 Engine and Performance
Priced from Rs 5.83 - 6.50 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Grand i10 is available for sale with its 1.2-litre petrol engine in standard and bi-fuel (CNG and petrol) configuration. The standard petrol variant is good for 83hp and 114Nm, while the bi-fuel motor churns out 81.6hp/110Nm and 66.3hp/98Nm when powered on petrol and CNG, respectively. The automatic gearbox has been discontinued, with a 5-speed manual as the standard offering. Also, the Sportz trim is the only variant to get the CNG option.
Models | Hyundai Grand i10 | |||
Price (Ex-Delhi) in INR | Rs. 5.86 Lakhs | Rs. 5.87 Lakh | Rs. 5.15 Lakhs | Rs. 4.39-6.76 Lakhs |
Engine (Petrol) | 1.2 Liter Kappa VTVT Inline-4 | 1.0-liter MPI Inline-3 Naturally aspirated | 1.2L VTVT Inline-4 Naturally aspirated Engine | Revotron 1.2L 3 cylinder with multi-drive modes |
Engine (Diesel) | N/A | N/A | N/A | -Revotron 1.05L 3 cylinder with multi-drive modes |
Transmission (Petrol) | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual | 5 speed Manual |
Transmission (Diesel) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 5 speed Manual |
Power (bhp) | 83@6000rpm | 75 bhp @6200rpm | 81bhp@6000rpm | 85@6000rpm |
Torque(N-m) | 114@4000rpm | 95 Nm @3000rpm | 113Nm@4200rpm | 114@4000rpm |
How well does the new Grand i10 accelerate?
The 81 bhp, 1.2-litre petrol engine makes the Grand i10 sprint 0 to 100 kmph in just 13 seconds, which in quick in the segment. The slowest in the category is the VW Polo that does the same in 16 seconds.
Models | Hyundai Grand i10 | Volkswagen Polo | Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi | Tata Tiago |
0-100 KMPH | 13 sec | 16 sec | 14.75 sec | 13.3 sec |
Quarter Mile | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Engine | 1.2 Liter Kappa VTVT Inline-4 | 1.0-liter Inline-3 Naturally aspirated | 1.2 L Naturally Aspirated | Revotron 1.2L 3 cylinder with multi-drive modes |
*The data above reveals that the Hyundai Grand i10 has the fastest acceleration among the lot.
How is the Grand i10 to ride across the city?
The Hyundai Grand i10 has a suspension tuned for city commuting. The suspension not so stiff or soft, it's just normal. The best part of the suspension is that it works noiselessly, letting in only the harshest of bumps inside. Hyundai Grand i10 gets benefitted with the low engine noise and vibrations, making the cabin silent and delightful.
The steering is light and responsive to use and combined with the tight turning radius makes the Grand i10 a beautiful city commuting car. Out on the highway, the light steering is not so amazing but the suspension and brakes (backed by ABS) are always there for the rescue.
How do the brakes perform?
The braking offered by Grand i10 is quite impressive. The car comes with front disc brakes and rear drum options. The brakes offer a good bite while cornering or urgent braking at a shorter distance. On the top variant, Sportz, Hyundai offers one of the most advanced anti-lock braking system, which further trims down the stopping distance.
Model | Hyundai Grand i10 | Volkswagen Polo | Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi | Tata Tiago |
Front Brakes | Disc | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum | Drum | Drum |
Curb Weight (kg) | 935 | 1080 | 855 | 930 |
Is the Grand i10 fuel-efficient?
With a fuel-efficient engine, the Grand i10 returns a mileage of 19.77 kmpl in city conditions. It also holds a decent fuel tank capacity of 43 litres. The light design philosophy is also the main reason for such fuel efficiency. With the facelift, Hyundai has cut down unnecessary weight from the car. However, Tata Tiago is a clear winner in this aspect with a mileage of 23.84 kmpl.
Model | Hyundai Grand i10 | Volkswagen Polo | Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi | Tata Tiago |
Mileage (Kmpl) | 19.77 | 18.7 kmpl | 22 | 23.84 |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 43 | 45 | 37 | 35 |
Range (Km) | 850 | 841.5 | 800 | 694 |
*Tata Tiago offers the best mileage in the segment.
Hyundai Grand i10 Exterior Details
The Hyundai Grand i10 was always basic in design but carried out things pretty smart. With the facelift, the Grand i10 carries away Hyundai's new design philosophy.
2020 Grand i10's Exterior Updates
The front fascia comes with a new ‘cascading grille’ design, a reworked upper grille and a redesigned bumper with new fog-lamp surrounds and the all-new LED DRLs. As you move to the side, the only subtle change done is the redesigned 14-inch alloy wheels.
On the rear profile, there’s a new bumper which includes a large black insert with circular reflectors. The new rear bumper design opens doors for fresh arguments - the pre-facelift model looked better than the facelift.
Model | Hyundai Grand i10 | Volkswagen Polo | Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi | Tata Tiago |
Kerb weight (kg) | 935 | 1015 | 855 | 930 |
Length(mm) | 3765 | 3971 | 3840 | 3746 |
Width(mm) | 1660 | 1682 | 1735 | 1647 |
Height(mm) | 1520 | 1469 | 1530 | 1535 |
Ground clearance (mm) | 165 | 165 | 163 | 165 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2425 | 2469 | 2450 | 2400 |
Dimensionwise, the Grand i10 is a compact car that is made to deliver the best commuter functionality in the city. With the compact design compared to its rivals, the hatchback is the best car to park in tight parking and maneuver across the city.
Exterior Features
Some of the highlighted exterior features of the 2020 Hyundai Grand i10 are:
Chrome Radiator Grille
Wraparound Clear Lens Headlamp & Taillamp
LED Daytime Running Lamps
Body Colored Bumpers, Tailgate handle, door handles and door mirrors
Roof Antenna
Full Wheel Cover
Waistline Molding
Roof Rails
Turn Indicators on Outside Mirrors & Rear Spoiler
2020 Hyundai Grand i10 Interiors
Step inside and the cabin and you'll be welcomed with an airy and premium offering. Be it the seat covers, dashboard or doors, the buttons, and touchscreen - everything offers a feel-good factor. Hyundai has however not completely changed the design inside; you still get the dual-tone theme, four large circular AC vents around the dashboard, a deep-set instrument cluster, a three-spoke steering wheel with large multi-function buttons and the high-mounted gear-shift lever. The centre console gets two new additions - a large 7.0-inch touchscreen and a fully-automatic climate control console.
While the screen is well integrated, the buttons surrounding it appears to be designed in a lazy way. The buttons give the same feel as the previous non-touch infotainment system. The climate control console surely is the biggest update this time, keeping the Grand i10 in line with the rivals.
How comfortable is the Grand i10 hatch?
The cushioning for front seats are comfortable yet not so soft or hard. The seats are designed such a wat that it gives a snug feeling. The driver seat comes with height adjust gear. The integrated headrests are bliss otherwise don't expect anything premium on the Hyundai Grand i10 interior.
Rear seat passengers gonna love Grand i10 for using two-seater for a comfortable trip. The cabin is wide enough to accommodate three passengers comfortably. Thre's also gets a slightly raised centre tunnel and the rear AC vent console curb room for the centre passenger as well. We found that there's adequate space for leg and knee for passengers. Even tall passengers get ample headroom. For convenience, the rear bench can be folded down to add more space.
Creature Comfort Features
Some of the highlighted interior features of the 2020 Hyundai Grand i10 are:
2-Tone Beige & Black Interior Key Color
Blue Interior Illumination
Front & Rear Door Map Pockets
Front Room Lamp
Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket
Metal Finish Inside Door Handles
Chrome Finish on Gear Knob & Parking Lever Tip
How is the newly installed infotainment system?
Inside, the major update on the equipment front is the new 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment screen. This offers smartphone connectivity via MirrorLink and also comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility for extra convenience. The Grand i10 is also offered with a rear parking camera with guided-display synced with the new infotainment. 
The Hyundai Grand i10 is a blessed hatchback that offers seamless smartphone connectivity. It also surprises well with its responsive touchscreen. The infotainment system is too smooth to response to steering-mounted controls. With the smartphone connectivity onboard, the new Grand i10 also gets voice command for the infotainment system.
Infotainment features:
2-DIN Integrated Audio
17.64 cm Audio Video with Smart Phone Navigation
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Recognition
Bluetooth Connectivity
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls for audio
Voice Recognition
iblue (Audio Remote Application)
Radio with DRM Compatibility
4 Speakers
USB & Aux-in Connectivity
Is the boot space sufficient to carry groceries in this little hatch?
The luggage compartment has a 256-litre capacity which remains unchanged with 5 litres more than the Maruti Suzuki Ignis to remain the largest in the segment.
Model | Hyundai Grand i10 | Volkswagen Polo | Maruti Suzuki Swift LXi | Tata Tiago |
Cargo Volume with rear seats up (Litres) | 256 | 280 | 268 | 242 |
The VW Polo offers a boot space of 280 litres which is maximum among the competition.
Hyundai Grand i10 Safety and Reliability
The Grand i10 is loaded with a hefty amount of safety features. Some of the important safety features are limited to the top Sportz trim level. Otherwise, the base trim gets basic features and that is quite disappointing.
Few safety features of the 2020 Hyundai Grand i10 are:
Immobilizer
Central Locking
Front Fog Lamps
Day & Night Inside Rear View Mirror
Keyless Entry Standard
Parking Assist
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Camera with display on Audio
Rear Defogger
5 Airbag Driver & Passenger
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Driver & Passenger Seat Belt Reminder
Speed Alert System
2020 Hyundai Grand i10 Head-to-Head Competition Check
Hyundai Grand i10 VS Maruti Suzuki Swift
The Swift and the Grand i10 have always been fierce rivals and it looks like the South Korean automaker’s hatchback will be hoping to bite into the aging Swift’s sale until the new model arrives. With the introduction of a new 74bhp, 1.2-litre diesel engine in place of the 1.1-litre, the difference between the powertrain of these two cars narrowed down further. The 1.3-litre diesel in the Swift produces identical 74bhp. The Swift, however, misses out on automatic transmission and is slightly more expensive than the Grand i10.
Hyundai Grand i10 VS Volkswagen Polo
Hyundai Elite i20 surely has more power and punch in the engine department and is also more spacious than the VW Polo. It also comes with better features and safety package. But the Polo fights back with its better overall cabin quality and superior driving dynamics.
Final Verdict
Hyundai Grand i10 is a pleasant car to drive around the city. With the smooth transmission offered by its 1.2-litre petrol engine. The manual gearbox is so smooth that it never makes you feel like driving a manual transmission car. The Grand i10 is a practical and comfortable car. It is one of Hyundai’s best selling car in the hatch segment just for the delight it offers as a full-fledged bundle.
