AI Verdict

Hyundai i20vsTata Nexon

Our AI recommends

Tata Nexon

68% Match

The Tata Nexon brings a turbocharged 118bhp engine, a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, LED lighting all around, and a bigger 382L boot, making it the more feature-rich and safer choice for most buyers. The Hyundai i20 counters with a lower price, better rear suspension comfort tuning, a lighter naturally-aspirated engine, and a few thoughtful touches like a cooled glovebox and rear-seat legroom via a longer wheelbase. Overall, the Nexon's stronger safety credentials and punchier performance give it the edge, though the i20 remains the more affordable, city-friendly pick.

Hyundai i20

Era Petrol Manual

₹6 - ₹10.63 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Lighter on the Wallet
At ₹5,99,700 ex-showroom, the i20 undercuts the Nexon by over ₹1.4 lakh, making it the more accessible option.
Roomier Wheelbase
A 2580mm wheelbase versus the Nexon's 2498mm suggests more front-rear cabin space in the i20.
Cooled Glovebox Comfort
The i20 offers a cooled glovebox, a small but useful convenience missing on the Nexon.

AI Match

68%

Tata Nexon

Performance
75%
Comfort
60%
Luxury & Interior
58%
Technology
45%
Safety
78%
Ownership
60%
Practicality
65%
Value
55%

Tata Nexon

Smart Petrol 1.2L Turbo 5 Speed Manual

₹7.4 - ₹14.52 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Turbocharged Punch
The Nexon's 1.2L turbocharged engine makes 118bhp and 170Nm, significantly outmuscling the i20's naturally-aspirated 82bhp/114.7Nm unit.
5-Star Safety Rating
The Nexon carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating compared to the i20's 3-Star Global NCAP score.
Full LED Lighting
LED headlights, DRLs, and taillights come standard on the Nexon, while the i20 makes do with halogen units throughout.

AI · Personalisation

Which one describes you?

Tell us how you drive. Your daily use changes the recommendation.

Personalised recommendation

Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Hyundai i20

60% Match

For pure city commuting, the i20's lower price and adequate naturally-aspirated engine make it a sensible, no-fuss daily driver.

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Why i20 for you?

Lower Purchase Cost

The i20's cheaper ex-showroom price reduces the overall cost of daily ownership.

Adequate City Power

82bhp is sufficient for stop-go traffic without the complexity of a turbo engine to maintain.

Cooled Glovebox

A small comfort feature that helps keep items cool during daily errands in hot weather.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Hyundai i20 and Tata Nexon stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Hyundai i20

Tata Nexon

Tata Nexon pulls ahead overall

The Nexon's radar bulges out on Performance and Safety thanks to its turbo engine and 5-star crash rating, while the i20 holds its own on Ownership and Value with a lower price tag and simpler mechanicals; neither car pushes hard on Technology, reflecting both being tested in fairly basic trims.

Turbocharged Punch

The Nexon's 1.2L turbocharged engine makes 118bhp and 170Nm, significantly outmuscling the i20's naturally-aspirated 82bhp/114.7Nm unit.

5-Star Safety Rating

The Nexon carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating compared to the i20's 3-Star Global NCAP score.

Full LED Lighting

LED headlights, DRLs, and taillights come standard on the Nexon, while the i20 makes do with halogen units throughout.

A Trade-off

At ₹5,99,700 ex-showroom, the i20 undercuts the Nexon by over ₹1.4 lakh, making it the more accessible option.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Hyundai i20

Strengths for those who prioritise performance and comfort.

Lighter on the Wallet
At ₹5,99,700 ex-showroom, the i20 undercuts the Nexon by over ₹1.4 lakh, making it the more accessible option.
Roomier Wheelbase
A 2580mm wheelbase versus the Nexon's 2498mm suggests more front-rear cabin space in the i20.
Cooled Glovebox Comfort
The i20 offers a cooled glovebox, a small but useful convenience missing on the Nexon.
Bigger Alloys Available
Interior door handles get a silver finish and the cabin gets dual-tone black/grey styling with silver inserts for a sportier look.
Electric Tailgate Release
The i20 provides an electric tailgate release for the boot, a small ergonomic edge over the Nexon's internal key-based opener.

Tata Nexon

Strengths for those who prioritise power, safety and performance.

Turbocharged Punch
The Nexon's 1.2L turbocharged engine makes 118bhp and 170Nm, significantly outmuscling the i20's naturally-aspirated 82bhp/114.7Nm unit.
5-Star Safety Rating
The Nexon carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating compared to the i20's 3-Star Global NCAP score.
Full LED Lighting
LED headlights, DRLs, and taillights come standard on the Nexon, while the i20 makes do with halogen units throughout.
Bigger Boot
The Nexon offers 382 litres of boot space versus the i20's 311 litres, giving it a clear practicality edge for luggage.
Higher Ground Clearance
At 208mm unladen ground clearance, the Nexon is better suited to rough roads and speed breakers than the i20, which doesn't list this figure.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range
Pure Electric Driving Mode No No

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty
Vehicle Warranty 3 Years / 100,000 kms 3 Years / 100,000 kms

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control
Air Conditioner Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control) Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)
Heater Yes Yes
Air Purifier No No

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof No No
Power Windows Front Only Power Windows Front Only Power Windows
Window Sunshade No No
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Keyless Start/ Button Start No No
Parking Assist No No
Parking Sensors Rear Rear
Cruise Control No No

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering
Steering Adjustment Tilt Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls No No
Steering Power assisted (Electric) steering Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features No No

Mileage	User Reported: 19 kmpl	User Reported: 17 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility	E20	E20
Engine Type	1.2 l Kappa	1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine
Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	118 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm	170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	No	Turbocharged
Idle Start/Stop	Yes
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2

Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive	No	No
Limited Slip Differential	No
Differential Lock	No	No
Drive Modes		3 - ECO, CITY AND SPORT
Terrain Modes		No
Chassis Type		Unibody/Monocoque Frame

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	Independent, lower wishbone, Mcpherson strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension	Coupled torsion beam axle	Semi-independent, Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar, Coil Spring and Shock Absorber
Advanced Suspension Features	No	No

Length Width Height	3995 mm * 1775 mm * 1505 mm	3995 mm * 1804 mm * 1620 mm
Wheelbase	2580 mm	2498 mm
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	37 litres	44 litres
Doors	5 Doors	5 Doors
Ground Clearance		208 mm (unladen)

Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Front Tyres	185 / 70 R14	195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	185 / 70 R14	195 / 60 R16
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Steel (185/70R14)	Steel
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System		No
ADAS	No	No
Forward Collision Warning	No	No
Lane Functions		No
Rear Collision Assist		No
High-beam Assist	No	No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	No	No
Clutch Lock	Yes
Active headrest	No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	No

Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
NCAP Rating	3 Star (Global NCAP)	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Seatbelts		Pretensioning with Load Limiter (All)
Child Seat Anchor Points	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Yes
Puncture Repair Kit	No	No
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Dashcam	No	No
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch		Yes
Third Row Middle Seat Safety	No	No

Brakes	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist (BA)	No	Yes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	No	No

Air Conditioner	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)
Heater	Yes	Yes
Air Purifier	No	No

Central Locking		Yes
Interior Door Handles Finish	Silver	Painted
Fuel Fillers Lid		Manual
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)	Manual Dimming	No
Rear Defogger	No	No
Anti-glare ORVMs	No	No
Rear Wiper	No	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Exterior Door	Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type	Body Coloured Door Handles
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Key
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Both Sides	Both Sides
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Co-Driver
Rain-sensing Wipers	No	No
Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper	No

Sunroof	No	No
Power Windows	Front Only Power Windows	Front Only Power Windows
Window Sunshade	No	No

Keyless Start/ Button Start	No	No
Parking Assist	No	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	No	No

Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets	Yes	No
Sunglass Holder	Yes	No
Rear Parcel Tray	No	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Third Row Cup Holders	No
Lockable Glovebox		No
Umbrella Storage in Door	No	Yes
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front Only	Cupholders in Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage	Yes	No
Bootspace	311 L	382 L
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Key
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders	No
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	No
Boot Open Warning		Yes

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment		2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Split Rear Seat	No	No
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Armrest	No	No
Cabin Boot Access	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	No
Massage Seats	No
Split Third Row Seat	No
Third Row Seat Type	No
Driver Armrest	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Seat Belt	No	No
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat

Infotainment Screen	No
Audio System	No	No
AM/FM Radio	No	No
Bluetooth Compatibility	No	No
Smart Connectivity	No	No
Input Methods	No	No
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Yes
Gesture Control	No	No
Charging Ports	USB Type-C, 12V Power Outlet	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Integrated (in-dash) Music System	No	No
WiFi Hotspot	No
Voice Command	No	No
GPS Navigation System	No	No
Wireless Charger	No	No
What3Words -Address Based Navigation		No
Ambient Sounds		No
Speed Dependent Volume		Yes

Instrument Cluster Screen	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Analogue Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Speedometer		Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Clock	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	No	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	No
Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Heads Up Display (HUD)	No	No
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips
Average Speed	Yes	Yes
Navigation On Instrument Cluster		No
Low Battery Warning		Yes
Outside Temperature Gauge		Yes

Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls	No	No
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features	No	No

Headlights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	No	LED
Fog Lights	No	No
Ambient Interior Lighting	No	Optional
Interior Lamps	Button Controlled Front Halogen Cabin lamps,	Front LED Cabin lamps,
Automatic Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Headlights	No	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	No
Headlight Height Adjuster	Yes	Yes
Puddle Lamps	No	No
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Welcome and Goodbye Animation	No	No
Reflectors		Rear Bumper
Stop Lamp	Yes	LED
Sequential Turn Indicators		No
Illuminated Logo		Steering Wheel

Over The Air (OTA) Updates	No	No
Emergency Call Button	No	No
Find My Car	No	No
Geo-fence	No	No
Check Vehicle Status via App	No	No
Remote AC: On / Off via App	No	No
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App	No	No
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App	No	Yes
Alexa Compatibility	No	No
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App	No	No
Anti Theft Immobilisation		Yes
Summon Mode		No
In-Car Payment		No

Interior	Dual Tone (Black / Grey with Silver inserts)	Dual Tone (Off-White and Grey)
Grille Design		High gloss black front grille Grille
Roof Rails	No	No
Spoiler		Yes
Scuff Plates	No	Optional
Body-coloured Bumpers	Yes	Yes
Rub-strips	No	Black
Body Kit	No	Cladding - Black/Grey
Skid Plate	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Diffuser		No

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder	Yes	Yes
Boot Open Warning		Yes
Perimetric alarm system		No

Hyundai i20vsTata Nexon

Hyundai i20

Tata Nexon

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family

Long-Distance

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Tata Nexon pulls ahead overall

Strengths that matter every day.

Hyundai i20

Tata Nexon

Features that matter every day.

Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows

Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering

Lighting & Visibilty

Mobile App & Remote Controls

Design & Styling

Warning & Alerts

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