Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 (BC3)
Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 is being produced from 2024. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 79 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 113 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Hyundai i20 1.2 engine oil type is 0W-20 and oil capacity is 3.4 litres.
Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 166 km/h.

Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 technical data
| Model: | Hyundai i20 1.2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2024. January | ||
| Engine: | 1197 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 79 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 113 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 166 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres (10.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.07m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 352 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1165 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1560 kg | ||
Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 engine G4LF
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1197 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 oil type | 0W-20 |
| Oil capacity | 3.4 litres (3.6 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 4.66 litres (4.9 quarts) |
| Power | 83 - 84 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 - 120 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2020 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
| Engine also used on | Kia RIO |
All Hyundai i20 hatchback [2023 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai i20 2025 1.0 T-GDi Jan 2025 — | 1.0 Petrol | 90 HP | - | Manual (6) |
| Hyundai i20 2025 1.0 T-GDi Jan 2025 — | 1.0 Petrol | 90 HP | - | Automatic (7) |
| Hyundai i20 2023 1.0 T-GDi | 1.0 Petrol | 100 HP | - | Manual (6) |
| Hyundai i20 2023 1.0 T-GDi | 1.0 Petrol | 100 HP | - | Automatic (7) |
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Hyundai i20 2023 1.0 T-GDI
Jan 2023 — Dec 2024 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds |
1.0 Petrol | 120 HP | - | Manual (6) |
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Hyundai i20 2023 1.0 T-GDI
Jan 2023 — Dec 2024 Most powerfull version (120 HP) |
1.0 Petrol | 120 HP | - | Automatic (7) |
| Hyundai i20 2024 1.2 Jan 2024 — | 1.2 Petrol | 79 HP | - | Manual (5) |
| Hyundai i20 2023 1.2 MPI Jan 2023 — Dec 2024 | 1.2 Petrol | 84 HP | - | Manual (5) |
