Buy Lighting for Your Hyundai i20
New, used and aftermarket lighting for the Hyundai i20, checked against your VIN before anything ships
Pick the lighting your i20 is missing
The side, the generation, and a photo of the existing unit if you have one will settle most of these — pick the component below and we will confirm the rest.
Hyundai i20 Headlights
In DemandHeadlight assemblies and bulbs that light the way for Hyundai drivers
Hyundai i20 Taillights
In DemandTaillight assemblies and rear lighting for Hyundai visibility and safety
Hyundai i20 Indicators
In DemandTurn signal and hazard indicators for Hyundai vehicles
Hyundai i20 Interior Lights
In DemandCabin lighting, dome lights and dashboard illumination for Hyundai interiors
What Are Hyundai i20 Lighting?
Lighting covers headlamps, tail lamps, fog lamps, indicators and the cabin lighting, and on a Hyundai the specification is set by the trim level rather than the model. Halogen, projector and LED units were fitted across the same cars, and they are not interchangeable — swapping between them takes the loom and control gear behind the lamp, not just the lamp. Facelift units generally will not go into a pre-facelift body either, because the surrounding panels changed with them.
Locally, the two things that finish a headlamp are UV and gravel. Sun exposure clouds the lens until the beam pattern is a suggestion rather than a pattern, and stone chips off unsealed roads do the rest. Both are roadworthy issues as well as safety ones. When ordering, tell us the side, the generation, and whether yours is halogen, projector or LED — and if you can, send a photograph of the existing unit. It settles the question faster than any description of it will.
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SA-Market i20 Derivatives We Supply Lighting For
The i20 reached South Africa as PB, then GB, then the current BC3, running Kappa 1.2, Gamma 1.4 and Kappa 1.0 T-GDi (N Line). Lighting fitment splits on the generation code long before it splits on trim, and again between petrol and CRDi diesel derivatives. The PB and GB are different cars underneath despite the shared badge, so a part listed simply as "i20" is not automatically the right one — the generation code decides it. Find your derivative below, then send the code from your VIN plate with your enquiry.
- Hyundai i20 PB 1.4 Motion
- Hyundai i20 GB 1.2 Fluid
- Hyundai i20 GB 1.4 Fluid
- Hyundai i20 BC3 1.2 Motion
- Hyundai i20 BC3 1.0T N Line
Sourcing note: the i20 shares its Kappa and Gamma engine families with the Kia Rio, which gives us a second place to look when local stock runs dry.
How we match lighting to your i20
i20 owners are usually surprised by how much turns on the generation code — PB, then GB, then the current BC3 all sold here.The PB and GB are different cars underneath despite the shared badge, so a part listed simply as "i20" is not automatically the right one — the generation code decides it.
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Find the generation code on your i20 — it appears on the VIN plate and on the original registration paperwork.
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Confirm the engine family. The i20 ran Kappa 1.2, Gamma 1.4 and Kappa 1.0 T-GDi (N Line) in this market.
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Send both to us with the lighting you are after , along with the side, the generation, and a photo of the existing unit if you have one. We match it before we quote, not after.
Sourcing note: the i20shares its Kappa and Gamma engine families with the Kia Rio — which widens where we can look when local stock is thin.
In South Africa the i20 is mostly a high-mileage commuter hatch that spends its life in stop-start city traffic, which is why wear items move faster on an i20 than on almost anything else Hyundai sells here. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
Hyundai i20 Lighting FAQs
Does lighting fitment change across i20 generations?
Yes, and it is the first thing we check. The i20 sold here as PB, then GB, then the current BC3, and the PB and GB are different cars underneath despite the shared badge, so a part listed simply as "i20" is not automatically the right one — the generation code decides it. Give us the generation code and the rest follows quickly.
Which i20 engines were sold in South Africa?
Kappa 1.2, Gamma 1.4 and Kappa 1.0 T-GDi (N Line). Lighting fitment often follows the engine family rather than the model name, so the code on the block is worth reading before you order.
How do I turn on the lights in my Hyundai?
Locate the rotary light control switch on your dashboard, typically on the left side near the steering column. Turn it to the first position for sidelights, second position for dipped headlights, or set to AUTO for automatic light activation based on ambient conditions. The green light symbol on your dashboard confirms activation.
Are LED headlights legal in South Africa?
Yes, LED headlights are legal in South Africa provided they are factory-fitted or professionally installed aftermarket units that meet SABS standards and are correctly aimed to avoid blinding oncoming traffic. Retrofitting non-compliant LED bulbs into halogen housings is illegal and will result in roadworthy test failure. Genuine Hyundai LED upgrades cost between R3,500-R7,500 per unit.
What does the warning light mean on my Hyundai?
A bulb failure warning light (exclamation mark inside a bulb symbol) indicates one or more exterior lights have failed. Check all headlights, tail lights, brake lights and indicators immediately. In newer Hyundai models, the touchscreen display specifies which bulb has failed, making diagnosis easier before your next trip.
How much does it cost to replace a Hyundai headlight bulb in South Africa?
Halogen bulbs for models like the i20 or Accent cost R150-R450 per bulb, while H7 or H4 performance bulbs range from R300-R650. Complete headlight assemblies for accidents or cracked lenses cost R2,600-R6,800 depending on the model. Labour at Hyundai dealerships adds R400-R850 to the total.
Can I drive with a broken tail light in South Africa?
No, driving with non-functional tail lights or brake lights is illegal under South African traffic regulations and poses serious safety risks, especially during load shedding hours when street lighting is affected. You face fines up to R1,500 and your vehicle will fail its roadworthy test. Replace faulty bulbs immediately—most cost under R200.
Related Categories for Hyundai i20
i20 Lighting — quoted against your derivative
Send us the side, the generation, and a photo of the existing unit if you have one and our Hyundai desk will confirm the correct lighting for your i20 before quoting.