Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active. Which to buy?

Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active will be one of the most compared crossovers. Why? The Hyundai i20 Active has already been a hit and the Korean automaker has done a good job with the compact crossover.

However, Honda will be the next major automaker to enter this segment. The Japanese automaker shall be targeting the i20 Active directly. So, what will be a better option? Which one should you buy? We share our detailed comparison.

Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active Design

In terms of design, both the crossovers look tall and appealing. There look distinct from their existing premium hatchback design. Both the crossovers look stylish. The i20 Active differentiates itself from the i20 hatch with the body cladding, raised ground clearance, roof rails and different alloy wheels. This makes the i20 Active look appealing. The WRV looks stylish and it does stand out. This also have updated design that will make it stand out from the Honda Jazz.

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Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active Features

It is here that the Hyundai i20 Active will have an advantage. The i20 Active will get features like push start and stop, keyless entry, rear AC vents that aren’t available on the Honda WRV. At the same time, the Honda WRV will be more practical. It will get Magic Seats, where the rear seats can be adjusted in different positions to make it more practical to carry luggage and even enhance space. In terms of rear seat space, both will be similar. Just that the WRV will be more comfortable with reclining option at the back.

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Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active Engine

In terms of performance, the Honda engines will have better performance. Be it petrol or diesel, the Honda engines have an advantage in terms of performance. However, the refinement of the Hyundai diesel engine is much better. If you are looking for good ground clearance and there isn’t much of travel on the cards, the petrol engines are more than enough for daily commute. The Honda WRV and the Hyundai i20 Active have decently powered petrol engines.

Both the petrols have a five-speed manual and diesels come with six-speed. The petrol auto on the i20 Active is a four-speed and the WRV will get CVT.

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Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active Mileage

Both the vehicles will be delivering similar mileage. There won’t be much of a difference in the mileage of the petrol WRV or i20 Active. Whereas in diesel, the WRV will have an edge due to lighter engine that will improve the performance and even the mileage.

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Honda WRV vs Hyundai i20 Active Price

Here is again where the Hyundai i20 Active will have an advantage. The Hyundai crossover is more affordable than the Jazz itself. So, the WRV will be priced about INR 50,000 more than the regular Jazz.

So, the Hyundai i20 Active will be offering more features at a more affordable price.

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