Getz Prime 1.3 GLX or I20 1.2 Magna

Hi All,

I need help in deciding to buy my first car. I have decided to go with Getz Prime 1.3 GLX. In the last minutes i heard that it is going to be discountinued by Hyundai. That made me to think about i20 Magna 1.2. Can some body help me to pick the right choice.

My Requirements.

1. Looking for a family car

2. Expecting decent mileage.

Budzet is set to 5.5 max.

B/n I am not considering Swift & Ritz.

Thanks in advance!! & Please excuse me if some thing not maintained as per the forum guildlines. This is my first post

Gov

Hi

I would suggest u go I20 which will suit ur requirements perfectly.

Forget the getz

Comparision -

http://ndtvauto.carwale.com/research/comparecars/carcomparison.aspx?car1=1450&car2=1343&car3=1273&car4=1311

Check this link there these cars are compared

http://ndtvauto.carwale.com/forums/ViewThread-9503.html

Note I20 is a replacement for Getz world wide but not in India.Just like santro and I10

Hyundai getz prime 1.3 alpha

List price (ex-showroom Delhi)

• 1.3 GVS-4,09,000
• 1.3 GLS-4,29,000
• 1.3 GLX ABS-4,59,000

What works:

• Supple low and medium speed ride
• Space and comfort
• Flexible interiors
• Reclning and foldable 60:40 rear seats
• Sturdy build
• Flexible 1.3 engine
• Competant Hyundai service

What needs work:

• Ordinary styling now appears dated
• Dull driving experience
• Cheap beige interiors and wood
• Below par fuel efficiency
• Absence of airbags
• Engine noisy at high revs due to old engine design
• Poor resale value due to low demand, may get phased out soon.
• Lacks the “feel good” factor

Hyundai I20 1.2 kappa

List price (ex-showroom Delhi)

• Magna-4,80,200
• Asta ABS and Dual Airbags-5,60,201
• Asta (o) with side and curtain airbags-5,82,200

What works:

• Contemporary European Design and engineering
• Safety kit on Asta and 5 star rating
• Quality interiors
• Plethora of features
• Refined kappa engine
• Respectable mileage for a car of this size
• Space for 5 people
• Good boot space
• Competent Hyundai service

What needs work:

• Engine wheezes on highway on full load
• Overtaking manouvers need to be planned
• Artificial steering feel from motor driven power steering (MDPS)
• Expensive for a 1.2
• Flat seats a bit low on comfort
• Inconsistant ride and handling
• Resale value suspect

Even though said test drive both the cars for u r satisfaction.

This will help during test drive

http://ndtvauto.carwale.com/forums/ViewThread-9453.html

Hi Bhardwaj Reddy,

Thanks for the quick reply and helpful information. As per Looks I20 beats Getz.

Would be helpful if you give the comparision as per the performance of the engine. I guess as per the power & CC, Getz beats I20.

Like:

1) The pick up

2) Tune to the gear shift

Thank you,

Gov

Engine & Performance :

On paper displacement and specification is the I20’s 1197 cc, 16V DOHC kappa engine producing 80 ps and 11.4 kg-m torque. While it is a auperb performer on the i10, remember it has to carry a whole lot of weight on the I20 and for that purpose, it does its job pretty well. Hyundai has tuned this engine more for bottom end response and fuel efficiency than for top end whack and in this parameter, it has its work cut out.
0-100 is dispatched in about 15.6 seconds and till 120, all is well. After that, there is a significant drop in performance and he engine struggles to reach 140 and labours till itstop end whack of 155-160 kmph.

The getz is powered by 1341 cc alpha engine, having SOHC 3 vavle configuration producing 83 ps and cast-iron construction whose design dates back to 1991 when the engine was introduced in older accent models. It is still a refined, tractible engine, but lacks the flexibility of modern all aluminium 1.2s. the engine performs cleanly but you don’t feel like driving hard just because throttle response is hesitant and inconsistant. It lacks bottom end torque but has a strong mid-range, where it performs best. Power tapers off again at high rpm and it is best to keep this engine between 2,500-4,000 rpm. Drive it sedately and the getz will reward you. Just OK for basic daily motoring needs, not for enthusiasts.
0-100 kmph comes in about 14.5 seconds and the top end whack is about 150-155 kmph

Gearbox (shifting quality):

Out of the Hyundai siblings, surprisingly it is the getz that has better shifting gearbox as compared to that of the I20. In fact, the getz’s box is simply butter smooth as compared to that of the I20 which balks at 4th and 5th gears and overall shift quality is a bit clunky.

Fuel efficiency:

On typical Delhi traffic with 90% AC on, expect these figures

Hyundai getz- 6 /10

•City-10.5 kmpl

•Highway-14 kmpl

Hyundai I20- 7 /10

•City-11.5 kmpl

•Highway-15-16 kmpl

Buying and owning

• Hyundai getz: 8 /10
• Hyundai I 20: 8 /10

Hyundai dealers also provide competent, hassle free ownership experience but some workshops charge very high labour rates, so it makes sense to scout for a decent workshop before getting th car serviced. Though many Hyundais have decent resale price, the getz doesn’t command a good price in the seconds market due to low demand, although it makes for a decent second-hand buy.
The I20 is expected to offer better resale due to its recent design and reasonable demand.
Hyundai offers a 2 year unlimited mileage warrenty which can be extended to 5 years or 1 lakh km depending upon the model.

Summing up:

The hyundai getz also ticks most of the right boxes-like practical nature, decent ride, space and comfort , after sales service etc but again, it fails to deliver what car buyers want-value and feel. Poor depreciation means that the getz’s resale value will be abysmal and despite hyundai’s resorting to brutal discounts, demand has not really picked up and now there's a word that the vehicle may get phased out by the end of this year doesn’t help the matters also. Only recommended for the best price to size ratio and those who can live with an outdated 7 year old product.

The I20, on the other hand will appeal to those who want a safe, spacious and comfortable car with lots of features and do some highway runs. Though the engine is uninspiring, it more than makes up with decent mileage, stability and the peace of mind that comes with the hyundai badge, making it easy to live with.

After reading your reviews, understood that both these cars well suited for city driving. Can you please help me to understand out of the two, which gives better handling on highways.

Thanks in advance,

Hi

The I20 is a safe, spacious and comfortable car with lots of features and do some highway runs.

Hi I agree, i had a test drive of i20 yesterday, driving is comfortable, spacious enough, but the rear seats are not that mush good. Its little stiff, i dont think the passenger sits in rear would feel comfortable in long drive. Also leg room is ok. And the rear seats can not be declined back. Where as in Getz rear seat has good comfort.

Hi Gov , please have a test drive with your family or friends and ask for the comfortness. it would be better if you sit at rear seat while someone is driving, and have a look..