The Hyundai ix20 (JC platform) premiered at the Paris Motor Show in September 2010. Developed alongside the Kia Venga at Hyundai's Rüsselsheim R&D facility in Germany, the ix20 incorporated Fluidic Sculpture design themes into a compact MPV body shape. Highlights included sliding/reclining rear seats and a high driving position.

Engine selections comprised 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter Gamma petrol engines alongside 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter CRDi turbodiesels delivering up to 128 horsepower. Transmissions were 5/6-speed manuals and 4/6-speed automatics. A 2015 update refreshed the front hexagonal grille and taillight graphics.