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As the amount to upgrade ain't much and you are getting many more features at that price I will suggest go for it. |
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BHPian ![]() Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: ChEnNaI
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| ![]() Got my Elite i20 Asta Diesel Red passion delivered today. Did my insurance outside and saved around 7K. It was a pleasant delivery experience and every thing was done on time (HMP, Chennai). After reaching home, I found that the rear boot is not locking properly (the central locking button is blinking). Need to check it tomorrow. |
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BHPian ![]() Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Delhi
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The boot door closes with an effort push, try it. Also do get the PSI level check in all the tyres, at the time of delivery mine had 43 in all 4 tyres. | |
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BANNED | ![]() Its a lovely car indeed. Very understated compared to normal Hyundai cars. The few things that I do not like are; The Petrol version is de-specced and doesn't even have a nice 1.4 engine which it needs. I don't like the fact that they give only rear drum brakes Why can't they have a variant with 6 Airbags or more Why not offer nice things like a sun roof even as an option I don't think the Indian market is forever going to lean towards Diesel variants of cars. Petrol prices and Diesel prices are fast closing on each other so the differential is no longer that great so it is about time that the manufacturers started giving consumers good petrol engine options too, with more power the way VW have started doing. The Hyundai Elite is a lovely looking car - to me it seems that the design team may have, in no mean measure, been inspired by the RR Evoque, especially when it comes to the rear three quarter black panelling and the rear wraparound lamps etc. Viewed in silhouette the car could pass for a baby RR Evoque at some angles! All in all a wonderful upgrade from the old I20 but I am unhappy that they keep de-speccing these cars for the India market. |
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| ![]() Fantastic Review!! This makes it so tempting for me to exchange my 2011 beauty for this dude ![]() |
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Distinguished - BHPian ![]() ![]() | ![]() Had gone to 3M for a foam wash and caught the Sportz Option there. Rear wiper badly missing. ![]() No cladding for the underbody. Swift got a plastic trim underneath the running board along the length of it. ![]() Superb 16" alloys and meaty tyres. Looks awesome. ![]() Partial cladding under the wheel well. ![]() Alfa inspired taillights look superb when lit. ![]() Now, the Park light is on and all pods are lit. ![]() Brake light will glow only the outer pod. The bits on the hatch stay off. |
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BHPian ![]() Join Date: May 2014 Location: Chennai
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Was not unlocking, neither responding to boot open button in the remote. No such incidents after that. Have to get it checked during first service. | |
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| ![]() Just what the doctor ordered, A fantastically detailed review. And I would say, better late then never. ![]() I had test driven the Big Three hatches last week in Mumbai, and adding my three cents of observations about Elite i20, Punto Evo and New Polo. (All Petrol Versions) First off the block, the i20
Punto EVO
All New Polo then...
So having 10 lacs in my pocket, where would I want to put my money on? Punto Evo- At-least not now, considering we have New Polo and Elite i20. Hold on before you crucify me for saying this, my reasons for not buying a Punto Evo being
Coming to the New Polo and the Elite i20, I wish I had 20 lacs to spare, I would have bought them both. One for its handling prowess and other for it laundry list of features which would allow me to show them off to non Elite i20 Owners around. ![]() |
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Senior - BHPian ![]() Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chennai
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![]() Only the outermost lamp having a double filament bulb sure does make sense! That long antenna does not suit the car's design at all. It does stick out like a sore thumb. ![]() There is a simple solution to this. And that is to buy one of these: ![]() The screws and adapters shown in the picture are not required at all for the swap, although the antenna pack does contain them. The Sparco is a simple straight replacement for that long stock antenna on the new i20, old i20, Fluidic Verna and the newest versions of the i10 and Eon that come with this ultra long stock antenna. The Sparco not only looks good, but is also very practical as it does not get damaged/broken in places with a low clearance, and is well worth the ~ 600 - 700 rupees it should cost. Last edited by RSR : 7th September 2014 at 21:14. Reason: Adding the part about the antenna | |
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I have driven the Polo/Vento and neither the chassis nor the steering feel come close. The Polo GT 1.6 is a winner though. | |
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However, two new owners reporting the same as well sounds suspicious. Would advise owners to keep an eye on this anyways. | |
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Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Goa
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| ![]() I guess Hyundai is trying to copy the European counterparts like the Mini Cooper by making the closer resemblance and user friendly features. The tail light design is being caught up by most vendors. I'd recently seen a Toyota Fortuner with a similar type of LED tail lamps, ofcourse, an aftermarket fitment. However, that said, it was definitely a bad idea to have omitted the additional airbags and the rear disc brakes! It would be interesting to see some of the Indian language options in the MIDs of such cars. |
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BHPian ![]() Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chennai
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| ![]() I own a Elite I20 Asta Petrol purchased 4 days back and have driven 400kms so far. Great experience on the highway and fun to ride. Will be posting the snaps soon ![]() |
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BHPian ![]() Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chennai
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Performed the below tune-up in 3M CarCare : - Underbody Anti-rust coating - 3M Mats - Paint Protection Film - 3M Windshield (awesome heat resistance) - Waxing Can anyone suggest the best place for fixing leather seats at affordable cost in chennai. Appreciate your help ![]() Last edited by ssengo : 9th September 2014 at 10:31. Reason: More info added | |
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Congrats ssengo on your 'Elite Acquisition' . ![]() I happened to see this colour in person and boy this really is one of the best shades for this car. Your snap just does not do justice to this color. Please post an 'Ownership Review' at the earliest and drive safe. ![]() |
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