Final report: The i20 Turbo is leaving the Autocar India fleet and will be remembered most for its unconventional gearbox.Think of that off beat film that you truly loved however could not persuade others to watch. The Hyundai i20 iMT is a bit like that. Its unusual on account of its smart handbook transmission that can be thought of as a transmission where manual satisfies automobile. The motorist moves equipments by means of the lever as on a standard manual with the job of clutch operation managed cleverly by the electronics; theres no clutch pedal similar to a full automatic. Ive grown to like the convenience of the transmission over my time with the car. Im quite alright with altering gears myself, but getting rid of clutch modulation out of the formula has actually made my rush hour commutes vastly better.Drivers used to a handbook will find the switch to the well performed iMT very easy.Thing is, not everyone at workplace sees the iMT in the exact same light. The ardent petrolheads simply havent purchased into the concept of a handbook without a clutch pedal. The benefit applicants, on the other hand, are pleased without the clutch, but would much rather have a full automated. To be honest, I too questioned my taste for the iMT when I tested an i20 CVT. All of a sudden, it was members of the bike screening team who returned filled with appreciation every time they obtained the car. I think they saw the iMT as a superbike-like quickshifter for cars. Hyundai, maybe bikers aiming to include an automobile to their garage are a profitable market for the iMT. I did note higher awareness of the transmission over the i20 iMTs time with us. In the preliminary days, I had to rapidly run through the dos and do nts of iMT driving with valets at shopping malls and hotels prior to turning over the key. Nowadays, most valets and hired drivers have experienced one and understand the drill. Not that its anything intricate. Allyou need to be mindful of is to be in the right equipment for the speed. Drive in too high a gear and buzzers will advise you to downshift. Impressively, the electronics guarantee the automobile doesnt stall even if theres a huge gear and speed inequality. Its fool proof because sense. The brief knowing curve likewise makes it simple to switch from a conventional manual transmission vehicle. i20s hi-res rear view electronic camera is better than numerous luxury cars. Eases life in town.After 20,000 km on the odometer, gearshifts remain smooth as ever, however I have discovered a need to be gentler on the throttle when starting. Rushed starts to make a brief traffic control, for instance, result in a gasp-like break in power. Shifting up early to second gear is a simple workaround. Otherwise, alls well and I do still revel at the 1.0-litre turbo engines mid-range when an empty road emerges. The suspension deterioration I had composed about in a previous report seems to have stalled, though the vehicle does not feel rather as tight as it did on day one. Theres also a squeak from near the parcel rack. No concerns on the electronic devices front. The tyre pressure display appears to have actually self healed, the Bose stereo is still punching hard, the reverse video camera is crisp and the touchscreen is slick as ever too. On a related note, I need to confess I havent utilized any of the i20s eSIM-based connected vehicle functions. A breakdown would have been the ultimate test to see how well linked the vehicle really is (buttons on the mirror link you to service support), but luckily, thats something that didnt occur. The only time I believe I got close was when I had to negotiate a flooded patch. A mild throttle in 2nd equipment got the job done; first gear with its minor pauses might have had a various end. The cars and trucks suspension is revealing indications of wear. It isnt as absorbent as it when was.Of the other things, I discovered the all-black interior difficult to keep tidy. The textured dash top is a dust magnet. A weekly interior clean simply does not cut it. Fuel economy has actually been decent for the driving conditions. The i20 iMT has balanced about 10.5 kpl in Mumbai traffic. I got a best figure of 17kpl on a leisurely drive to Pune with 8kpl being the most affordable suggested figure.Its easy to spot dust in all-black cabin. Textured dash leading requirements a regular clean to keep clean.Ive enjoyed my time with the i20 iMT and think the transmission has merit. Its a fairly budget-friendly service to going clutch-pedal free and one that does not stumble upon as jeopardized as the technologically superior AMT does. You d still be best off with a CVT, DCT or torque converter automobile, however I d suggest you provide the iMT a reasonable hearing too. As for me, its time to satisfy my bane, the clutch pedal, again.Also see: Hyundai i20 Turbo iMT long term review, 7,000 km reportHyundai i20 iMT long term evaluation, 8,600 km reportHyundai i20 iMT long term review, 17,500 km reportHyundai i20 Turbo iMT long term review, 20,000 km report

The Hyundai i20 iMT is a bit like that. Im quite alright with altering equipments myself, however removing clutch modulation out of the equation has actually made my rush hour commutes vastly better.Drivers utilized to a manual will discover the switch to the well performed iMT extremely easy.Thing is, not everybody at workplace sees the iMT in the very same light. I did note higher awareness of the transmission over the i20 iMTs time with us. Textured dash top needs a regular wipe to keep clean.Ive enjoyed my time with the i20 iMT and believe the transmission has benefit. As for me, its time to fulfill my bane, the clutch pedal, again.Also see: Hyundai i20 Turbo iMT long term review, 7,000 km reportHyundai i20 iMT long term review, 8,600 km reportHyundai i20 iMT long term review, 17,500 km reportHyundai i20 Turbo iMT long term evaluation, 20,000 km report