Nissan Magnite vs Hyundai i20: Top-spec SUV at Same Price?

With a history of doing absurd yet fruitful comparisons, I am back with another one. And this time, we compare the compact SUV, Nissan Magnite against the magnetic hatchback, Hyundai i20. Should you go for a hatchback or go for an SUV? Which variant will you be getting in your budget? It’s time we find out.

Let’s set the price first! (On-road Prices)

So we are not going to cross ₹11lakh in this comparison. Under this budget, for the Nissan Magnite, you will get Turbo CVT XV Premium Tech Pack variant at ₹10,83,523. And when it comes to Hyundai i20, you get the Asta IVT Petrol variant at ₹10,86,539. Do note that these are On-road prices at 14.12.2020.

Nissan Magnite vs Hyundai i20 | Powertrain Comparison

We are not going to compare all the options available with both the cars as they both offer a plethora of options. We will only be comparing the variants in talk.

At the same price, Nissan Magnite will offer better power and much better torque. If we talk about the engine refinement, we are all well aware that both Nissan and Hyundai offer well-refined engines. And both the cars are offering the same transmission. So, Nissan Magnite can suit the ones who want that extra grunt on highways which the i20’s Kappa engine won’t be able to offer. But there is much more to a car than the engine.

Exterior and Interior Design | Nissan Magnite vs Hyundai i20

We cannot compare the exterior design for sure, it is totally dependent on personal preferences. Do let us know about your thoughts on the comparison of the looks. But when it comes to interiors, Hyundai i20 offers a plush interior as compared to the plain black interiors of Nissan Magnite. With chrome accents and sleek dashboard, Hyundai i20 feels much more premium when compared to the Magnite. Nissan Magnite also feels inferior, thanks to more plastics inside the cabin.

Dimensions Comparison | We already know, which one is bigger!

Well, Nissan Magnite is actually not much bigger than the Hyundai i20. The boot space is close enough, though Nissan offers a few extra litres in Magnite. Being a compact SUV, Magnite offers better ground clearance, actually much better, making it a better choice if you are going to use the car on the Indian roads.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

Now here comes the comparison that you might be waiting for. So let’s list down the features that the variants will offer.

Features Comparison
	Nissan Magnite Turbo CVT XV Premium Teck Pack	Hyundai i20 Asta IVT
Smart Entry with Push-button Start/Stop
Air Purifier
Rear AC Vents
Tilt And Telescopic Steering	Tilt Only
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Infotainment System	8-inch Touchscreen	10.24-inch Touchscreen
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Support	Wireless (First in the segment)
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Ambient Mood Lighting
Bose premium 7 speaker system
JBL 6-speaker System

Nissan Magnite comes with first-in-segment Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. In fact, it is the only car under ₹20lakhs to offer this feature. Rest, Magnite and i20 both offer similar features.

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Which car offers more safety? | Nissan Magnite vs Hyundai i20

Safety Features Comparison
	Nissan Magnite Turbo CVT XV Premium Teck Pack	Hyundai i20 Asta IVT
Dual-front Airbags
ABS with EBD
Rear Parking Sensors with Camera
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Hydraulic Brake Assist
TPMS
ISOFIX
360-degree Camera
Rear Window Defogger
Emergency Stop Signal

Nissan Magnite offers better safety features for sure. Hyundai i20 on the other hand offers adequate ones.

So this was our comparison, Nissan Magnite surely seems to be a better choice if you can let go of premium feel. If not, the Hyundai i20 is a choice too. What do you think? Do let us know in the comments section below.