2025 Hyundai i20 N is the last of a dying breed

The subcompact hatchback benefits from a revised grille, black Hyundai badging and a new set of 18-inch alloy wheels

The Hyundai i20 N may have been discontinued in Europe along with the i30 N, but the subcompact hatchback continues to thrive in Australia. The 2025 Hyundai i20 N gets a slight visual refresh, keeping alive an almost extinct segment.

While the i20 N is still easily recognizable, a closer look reveals some tweaks for the 2025 model year. Most notably, the 18-inch forged alloy wheels now feature a new design, with a silver finish that contrasts with the Dynamic Tomato Red brake calipers.

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The aggressive body kit also gets subtle revisions, including a new mesh pattern for the grille. Granted, the “redesigned front bumper” is hard to distinguish from the previous version, but the black Hyundai logo and matte finish on the N badge are nice touches.

Changes inside are more limited, including LED interior lighting and a revised gear knob and Hyundai badging on the steering wheel. Additionally, the i20 N now comes with Hyundai’s Bluelink connected car services and over-the-air (OTA) software updates for the infotainment system.

Mechanically, there are no changes under the hood, as the hot hatch has been well-equipped since its debut in 2020. The turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine develops 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 275 Nm (202 lb) of torque. -ft) torque.

Power is sent to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission, aided by a mechanical limited-slip differential. The i20 N also features N-specific suspension, brakes and steering, as well as a sportier, louder exhaust.

Pricing and availability

The 2025 Hyundai i20 N will be available in Australian dealers from November 2024, priced from AU$35,500 before on-road costs (approximately US$24,300 at current exchange rates). This represents an increase of AUD 500 (USD 342) compared to the previous version. With the Ford Fiesta ST out of production, the equally powerful Volkswagen Polo GTI remains the i20 N’s only direct competitor.

Interestingly, Australian buyers won’t be able to buy the standard Hyundai i20 supermini or the recently facelifted N Line, which is available in Europe. However, Australia is the only market in the world where the full Hyundai N range is available, including the i20 N, i30 N, i30 Sedan N (Elantra N) and the all-electric Ioniq 5 N.

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