Hyundai i20 N-line vs the VW Polo GT TSI, Are these the Perfect Competitors?

i20 n line

Hyundai i20 N-line vs the VW Polo GT TSI, Hyundai unveiled the i20 N Line in India earlier this week, and the company is likely to launch the model in the country next month. Ahead of the launch, the carmaker has revealed the variant-wise features of the i20 N Line. Under the hood.

i20 imt version

it’s gonna be powered by a 1.0-liter turbo-petrol engine that produces a maximum power output of 118bhp and 172Nm of torque. This motor is paired to an iMT unit or a seven-speed DCT unit. The model is claimed to achieve a speed of 100kmph from a standstill in 9.9 seconds.

polo gt tsi

Whereas, The legendary Polo GT commands the kind of respect that doesn’t come easy. Its revolutionary TSI engine strikes the perfect balance between power and consumption.

While the 6-speed AT offers a seamlessly smooth gearshift, letting you blaze down the road at 110PS power and 175Nm torque. VW has just brought back the #PowerToPlay with the Polo GT TSI.

Apart from engine specs, Does the i20 N-Line beats the POLO GT TSI, in terms of features?

Well, YES

Here the i20 N-Line might score some higher points

Both models keep all their chassis covered with a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, a multi-info display, cruise control, keyless entry, connected car tech, and rear AC vents. 

However, the i20 goes a step further and offers niceties like a fully digital driver’s display, push-button start, a wireless phone charger, and a Bose 7-speaker sound system. 

In Terms of Safety?

SAFETY MEASURES Hyundai i20 N Line VW Polo GT TSI
Airbags 6 2
ABS with EBD Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Rear Rear
Parking Camera Yes No
Electronic Stability Control Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes No

As evident from the table above, the i20 N Line beats the Polo by offering four additional airbags and a tyre pressure monitor.

In Terms of Size?

Hyundai i20 N-line vs the VW Polo GT TSI, The Hyundai i20 N Line is the larger car here in all aspects. Its wheelbase is a full 100mm longer than the Polo 

It seems to have the right features to take the fight with the Polo. But the main question is the pricing, a big question, but it remains unanswered, and considering that we’ll be driving the latest Hyundai hot hatch soon, we’d suggest you stay tuned to Motorplanet Official!!

 

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