Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Hyundai i20 - Which One Should You Buy
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Hyundai i20 Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Hyundai i20 Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios comes in 20 variants. Engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹5.60 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Era, costs ₹5.60 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Asta AMT, is priced at ₹8.04 Lakh. The Hyundai i20 comes in 17 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹6 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Era, costs ₹6 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Asta Opt iVT Knight, is priced at ₹10.48 Lakh.
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Why Choose Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?Why choose
- Lower entry price than the i20 at every comparable configuration; buyers on a tighter budget can access Hyundai's compact hatchback lineup at a smaller outlay
- CNG is available with a 5-speed manual on two variants, making factory-fit CNG running costs accessible in a way the i20 does not offer at any price
- A smaller, more compact footprint makes the Grand i10 Nios easier to park and manoeuvre in dense city traffic compared to the longer i20
- The 1.2-litre 82PS petrol engine is available with a 5-speed AMT, providing two-pedal convenience at a lower price than any i20 automatic costs
- Six airbags are available on higher variants, matching the i20's passive safety equipment at the same trim level
Why not choose
- Holds a 2-star Global NCAP rating for adult occupant protection; the i20's pre-facelift body scored 3-star from Global NCAP, making the i20 the safer car by the available test results
- Smaller boot at 260 litres versus the i20's 311 litres; the difference shows up on longer trips or when carrying full luggage for two passengers
- No turbo-petrol option on the standard Grand i10 Nios; buyers who want more performance must accept the naturally aspirated engine or look at a different car
- Cabin quality and rear seat space do not match the i20; the i20's longer wheelbase provides meaningfully more knee room for adult rear passengers
Why Choose Hyundai i20?Why choose
- Larger cabin with more rear legroom; the i20's 2,580mm wheelbase is 80mm longer than the Grand i10 Nios's, and rear-seat knee room for adult passengers is noticeably better
- A 311-litre boot is 51 litres larger than the Grand i10 Nios's; families who travel with luggage will notice the extra space
- The 1.0-litre turbo petrol producing 120PS and 172Nm is available on the N Line, giving buyers who want genuine performance a meaningfully more capable engine than anything in the Grand i10 Nios
- Scored 3-star Global NCAP adult occupant protection on the previous generation; the current car's crash test is pending, but 3-star is a better reference than the Grand i10 Nios's 2-star
- A 10.25-inch touchscreen, sunroof, and wireless smartphone connectivity at higher variants create a more premium cabin experience than the Grand i10 Nios provides at comparable prices
Why not choose
- No CNG option on any i20 variant; buyers who need factory-fit CNG must go to the Grand i10 Nios or look at other brands
- The i20's standard engine is the same 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol available in the Grand i10 Nios; buyers who do not buy the N Line's turbo get no performance advantage for a higher price
- Higher entry price than the Grand i10 Nios; buyers who do not specifically need the larger cabin or the N Line's turbo are paying for size rather than performance
Our Recommendation For Most BuyersHyundai Grand i10 Nios
The Grand i10 Nios earns its place for buyers who want Hyundai's compact hatchback at the lowest possible price, or who specifically need a factory-fit CNG option. The AMT pairing with the petrol gives city buyers two-pedal convenience at a price the i20 cannot match.
The 2-star Global NCAP crash result is the honest concern; it is a poor structural outcome and the i20's 3-star reference is a better result. For buyers who primarily drive alone or with one passenger, run on CNG, and are operating within a tight budget, the Grand i10 Nios is the more accessible and economical choice.
Hyundai i20
The i20's case rests on rear-seat space, boot size, and the turbo-petrol option on the N Line. Buyers who regularly carry adult rear passengers will notice the 80mm wheelbase advantage on every longer journey. The 311-litre boot is a practical step up over the Grand i10 Nios.
The 3-star Global NCAP reference is better than the Nios's 2-star, though the current i20 body is also awaiting a new test result. CNG buyers must look elsewhere, as the i20 offers no compressed gas option at any variant. For buyers who want the more spacious Hyundai hatchback with an optional turbo engine and a more premium cabin, the i20 is the right choice.
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Things We Like in Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Six airbags are standard across all variants.
- 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine produces up to 82 hp.
Things We Like in Hyundai i20
- Premium Interior & Features – Best in segment for tech & cabin feel.
- Refined & Smooth Drive – The petrol engine is silent and effortless to drive.
Things We Don't Like in Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Global NCAP rated the model 2 stars for adult protection.
- Only one petrol engine option is available in the lineup.
Things We Don't Like in Hyundai i20
- Not the Most Fuel-Efficient – Baleno and Glanza offer better mileage.
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