Hyundai is marking the end of the current-generation i20 N hot hatch with the ‘Shadow Edition’. This special-edition model mainly brings cosmetic updates to the standard i20 N, and only 100 units will be produced for the Australian market.
- Gets 18-inch forged matte bronze alloy wheels and decals on the doors
- Steering wheel and gear lever finished in Alcantara
- Powered by the same 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine as the standard i20 N
Hyundai i20 N Shadow Edition: What’s new?
The most prominent difference on the outside of the Shadow Edition is the 18-inch forged alloy wheels finished in matte bronze with black centre caps. The only other change to the exterior is the presence of bronze decals on the lower sides of the doors. The i20 N Shadow Edition is limited to two colour options, while the standard model offers five choices. The overall design remains largely unchanged, with sporty bumpers, a prominent wing, N badges, red underlines for the bumpers and side skirts, and an oval exhaust.
The i20 N Shadow Edition’s cabin gets a few upgrades over the standard version. The steering wheel and gear lever are finished in Alcantara, while a plaque below the central air vents showcases the vehicle’s unit number. Additionally, there are rubber floor mats with a Pirelli P Zero tread pattern from the tyres used on the i20 N.
Powering the i20 N Shadow Edition is the same 204hp, 275Nm 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine as the standard i20 N. It can do a 0-100kph sprint in a claimed 6.7 seconds and has a top speed of 230kph. Power is sent to the front wheels only via a 6-speed manual transmission.
Now that Hyundai has revealed the fourth-generation i20 for the Brazilian market, it remains to be seen if it will get an N version.
Dipan Sur
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