The premium hatchback segment is a popular one and and we are going to see a lot of action in the coming few months. The segment king is still the Maruti Baleno but it was the Hyundai i20 which kickstarted the trend segment. The new Hyundai i20 is coming this festive season to take its crown back and the safest and most stylish car of the segment - Altroz is getting a new turbo engine. Let's see the upcoming premium hatchbacks which are going to be launched and what they will offer!
2020 Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20 needs no introduction as that was the car which kickstarted the premium hatchback segment in India. After the massive success of the current-gen i20, Hyundai is now prepping up to launch the new generation of the i20. The new i20 is said to be more agile and sensuous along with new engine options. The new-gen i20 will sport the new design language of Hyundai, carrying hunkered-down front design and quirky rear profile.
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Talking about the interiors, we will get a massive revamp in terms of both quality and looks. We expect fully digital driver's display, free-standing touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple Car Play, wireless charging, 6 airbags, bluelink, electric sunroof among other expected features. The engines on offer will be 1.2L petrol, 1.0L turbo petrol and 1.5L diesel. Hyundai will also offer automatic trims with the i20. Unofficial bookings are already open and the launch is slated for this festive season.
Honda Jazz BS6 Facelift
Honda Jazz may not be most attractive or value for money car of its segment but it is the most comfortable one. Given the Japanse reliability and brand value, the Jazz is the car which offers the most peace of mind. Honda is now coming up with a refreshed version of the Jazz with BS6 engine. We said engine this time as there will be only one engine option which is 1.2-litre i-VTEC petrol. The engine will produce identical power and come mated with a 5-speed manual and 7-step CVT.
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In terms of design, the silhouette will be intact but Honda will offer all-LED headlights and taillights. Honda may also change the alloy wheel design of the Jazz but the car will remain intact fundamentally. The interiors will come with similar features like touch-enabled AC controls, Digipad with Android Auto and Apple Car Play and cruise control among other features. The pricing of the Jazz will see a decent hit thanks to the BS6 update and it will be offered in limited trims.
Tata Altroz Turbo and Automatic
Tata Altroz turbo has to be one of the most anticipated upcoming premium hatchbacks of 2020. The turbo engine is the last thing the Altroz needs to be called as the best premium hatchback right now. The indestructible safety and astounding looks of the Altroz make it the perfect choice. As per some reports, the Altroz will get the turbo petrol this year from the Nexon.
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The detuned state of the 1.2-litre turbo is expected to produce 100 PS and will be mated to a 5-speed manual. Tata is also working on an in-house dual-clutch gearbox for the Altroz which will fill the void of an automatic as well. However, unlike the turbo, we do not have any expected timeline for the dual-clutch Altroz arrival. The pricing of the Altroz will see decent hit thanks to the turbo petrol.
