New Delhi, Apr 7 (IANS): Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) Wednesday launched a new i20 car with two additional variants - Era and Sportz - priced in the range of Rs.4.51-5.31 lakh.

"We are pleased to announce the launch of the i20 with new features and two additional variants. While the variants are targeted at our customers who have different needs, the new features will make it even more desirable for our customers," said H.W. Park, managing director and chief executive of India's second largest car manufacturer.

The new i20 is the first in the compact car segment to have six-speed manual transmission gears in the diesel variant which facilitates smooth and fuel efficient driving even on highways.

It also features a fully automatic temperature control system and an in-built USB port along with a burglar alarm and steering wheel with audio remote.

The two new variants are positioned between the existing variants - Magna and Asta.

Era is available in both petrol and diesel engine which comply with the recently introduced BSIV emission norms.