Head-to-head · Formula-backed · Updated July 2026
Hyundai i20 vs Toyota Glanza
Quick answer
Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza are closely matched overall. Toyota Glanza has the ownership-cost edge by about ₹2.05L over 5 years. The clearest difference is safety, where i20 leads.
Scores are closely matched across axes. On estimated 5-year ownership (Delhi, 12,000 km/yr), Toyota Glanza is cheaper by about ₹2.05L.
Hyundai
i20
- Ex-showroom
- ₹7.04L–₹11.21L
- Peak power
- 83 PS
- Real-world mileage
- ~14.7 km/l
- 5-yr running cost ~ preview
- ~₹10.93L
Toyota
Glanza
- Ex-showroom
- ₹6.81L–₹10.00L
- Peak power
- 82 PS
- Real-world mileage
- ~21.9 km/l
- 5-yr running cost ~ preview
- ~₹8.88L
Running-cost edge: Toyota Glanza saves about ₹2.05L over 5 years in our baseline model. Open the running cost calculator with your city for a tighter number.
Recommended variants for this comparison
i20 benchmark
Hyundai i20 Asta (O) 1.2 IVT
- Price
- ₹11.21L
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Gearbox
- CVT
Balanced mid-trim benchmark; upgrade only if the top features matter to you.
Glanza benchmark
Toyota Glanza AMT
- Price
- ₹8.94L
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Gearbox
- AMT
Balanced mid-trim pick used for the ownership-cost edge on this page.
5-year running cost by city
| City | i20 | Glanza | Lower cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ~₹10.93L | ~₹8.88L | Glanza by ₹2.05L |
| Mumbai | ~₹11.43L | ~₹9.32L | Glanza by ₹2.11L |
| Bengaluru | ~₹11.33L | ~₹9.24L | Glanza by ₹2.09L |
Uses the recommended benchmark variants above, 12,000 km/year, fuel, insurance, service, tyres and value loss.
Six scored axes (1–10)
| Axis | i20 | Glanza | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 3.1 | 3.3 | Glanza |
| Efficiency | 5.8 | 9.0 | Glanza |
| Safety | 5.5 | 1.6 | i20 |
| Features | 7.2 | 4.9 | i20 |
| Space | 4.3 | 3.9 | i20 |
| Ownership cost | NaN | NaN | Glanza |
Scores normalize each axis across the full DriveScope catalog. Ownership inverts estimated 5-year cost.
Choose i20 if…
Choose the Hyundai i20 if you prioritise safety and features and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: Striking styling and wide, comfortable cabin
- +Striking styling and wide, comfortable cabin
- +Segment-first features like Bose sound system
- +Refined engine options and smooth automatic
Choose Glanza if…
Choose the Toyota Glanza if you prioritise efficiency and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Wide petrol, cng powertrain choice for Indian buyers
- +Wide petrol, cng powertrain choice for Indian buyers
- +Premium Hatchback packaging suited to city and highway use
- +Competitive variant ladder from base to top trim
i20 vs Glanza — FAQs
Which is cheaper to own — i20 or Glanza?+
Toyota Glanza is cheaper to own by about ₹2.05L over 5 years in our Delhi / 12,000 km model (fuel, insurance, maintenance, tyres, depreciation).
i20 vs Glanza — who has better mileage?+
Best real-world FE in our catalog: i20 ~14.7 km/l equivalent vs Glanza ~21.9. Actual figures vary by fuel (petrol/diesel/CNG/EV) and city traffic.
What is the price difference between i20 and Glanza?+
Hyundai i20 starts around ₹7.04L (ex-showroom); Toyota Glanza from ₹6.81L. Top trims reach ₹11.21L and ₹10.00L respectively.
Who wins performance — i20 or Glanza?+
Peak power: i20 83 PS vs Glanza 82 PS. Our performance axis (power-to-weight + 0–100) scores 3.1 vs 3.3.
Should I buy the i20 or the Glanza?+
Choose the Hyundai i20 if you prioritise safety and features and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: Striking styling and wide, comfortable cabin Choose the Toyota Glanza if you prioritise efficiency and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Wide petrol, cng powertrain choice for Indian buyers