Hatchback Petrol Manual FWD 5-seat

Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion

Price in Durban, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants Current version 2020 Body style Hatchback
i20 1.0T Motion is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.
ZAR 296,900
On-road in
ZAR 309,769
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 296,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,100
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,000
Insurance
ZAR 2,969
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 296,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 5,278/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:998cc (1.0L) Torque:172Nm (127 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:195mm (7.7″) Power:74kW (99 bhp) Boot352L (12.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.7 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.1 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 5,278
Total Interest
ZAR 76,694
Total Payable
ZAR 316,694
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion

i20 1.0T Motion is a South African Hatchback with a hatchback body and petrol power.

The Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion is the entry-value derivative in the local i20 range, with a confirmed South African price of R296 900. The confirmed mechanical detail includes an engine reference of 1.0 T-GDI Turbo, power listed around 74 kW, torque listed around 172 Nm, and Front-Wheel Drive drive hardware. Practical details include 5 seats, boot or cargo space around 352, and ground clearance around 195 mm. Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants. This derivative combines Petrol, Manual, 1.0 T-GDI Turbo, 74, 172, and Front-Wheel Drive for its local powertrain and drivetrain brief. 1.0T Motion is positioned as an entry-value derivative, with a confirmed South African price of R296 900. In city driving the i20 1.0T Motion should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the manual transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. Published references include power around 74 kW, torque around 172 Nm, and consumption around 5.6 l/100km. The Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion makes the most sense when its price and equipment align with the buyer's weekly routine. It has a confirmed South African price of R296 900, so the value judgement should be made against neighbouring trims and direct segment rivals. For a buyer searching the i20 1.0T Motion price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A hatchback body describes the opportunity; Petrol power and a Manual transmission describe the conditions around it. The i20 1.0T Motion is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between an active listing, a South African price reference of R296,900 and engine of 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol. The motion trim describes the opportunity; an active listing and a South African price reference of R296,900 describe the conditions around it for i20 1.0T Motion. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for i20 1.0T Motion

Hyundai i20 — Quick Facts

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0T Motion Motion Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 296,900
1.0T Fluid Fluid Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 328,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0T Motion Motion Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 296,900
1.0T Fluid Fluid Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Manual ZAR 328,900
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Driving fit

Where the Hyundai i20 Fits Best

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Who buys this

Published consumption around 5.6 l/100km gives buyers a useful running-cost reference. I20 1.0T Motion makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with Petrol power

City
Drive the i20 1.0T Motion through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Petrol power matters when the cabin or load is full, and the motion trim can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Owners should test the 1.0T Motion in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification. Run i20 1.0T Motion at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a Manual transmission, Petrol power and the motion trim is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
For i20 1.0T Motion, the sensible check is the exact front-wheel drive arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the i20 1.0T Motion will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for i20 1.0T Motion. Check a 6-Speed Manual transmission against the stated drivetrain for i20 1.0T Motion. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for i20 1.0T Motion

Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

i20 1.0T Motion deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The buying case for i20 1.0T Motion is specific. A hatchback body gives it a reason to be considered, while Petrol power and a Manual transmission set the boundaries. I20 1.0T Motion is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in the motion trim and accept the limitation represented by engine of 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for i20 1.0T Motion. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for i20 1.0T Motion

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Hatchback
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Manual
  • ✓Trim: motion
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R296,900
  • ✓Engine: 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 74 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for i20 1.0T Motion can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for i20 1.0T Motion depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written i20 1.0T Motion quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate i20 1.0T Motion budget.
  • ✕A short i20 1.0T Motion test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕i20 1.0T Motion capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent i20 1.0T Motion grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published i20 1.0T Motion figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm i20 1.0T Motion stock and support terms.

Hyundai i20 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion is R296,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 1.0T Motion, 1.0T Fluid. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion is 195 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion is 998 cc, with output shown as 74 kW (99 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Hyundai i20 1.0T Motion is around 14.5 km/l.

Published consumption around 5.6 l/100km gives buyers a useful running-cost reference. I20 1.0T Motion makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with Petrol power

Drive the i20 1.0T Motion through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Petrol power matters when the cabin or load is full, and the motion trim can change the cost of repeated short trips

Owners should test the 1.0T Motion in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification. Run i20 1.0T Motion at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe...

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