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Verdict
Petrol city car generally considered reliable, with no serious engine fault established by the sources consulted. Its documented weak point is oil leaks on the manual gearbox side, which can wear out the clutch and should be checked on the test drive. It achieved 4 stars at Euro NCAP in 2014.
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €3,900 – €9,100
- Monthly cost
- €297
- Euro NCAP
- 4/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.0 66 manuelle, 1.2 87 manuelle.
1.0 66 manuelle
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 66 hp · 4.7 L/100 km · 108 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
1.0 three-cylinder with 66 hp and a five-speed manual gearbox; the most economical according to AutoScout24 (around 4.7 to 5.1 l/100 km).
1.2 87 manuelle
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 87 hp · Crit'Air 1
1.2 four-cylinder with 87 hp; Carverif recommends a careful test of the clutch and gearbox with this engine.
Market prices
€3,900 – €9,100
Indicative range: 2013 to 2019, yearly medians of 67 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Gearbox oil leak and clutch wear
Severity 2/3 · CostlyOwners report an oil loss on the manual gearbox side that reaches the clutch and makes it slip, sometimes from 36,000 to 76,000 km according to Fiches-auto, around 60,000 km in one Caradisiac testimonial (repair covered by the 5-year warranty). Carverif recommends testing the clutch and gearbox, especially with the 1.2 87 hp, and checking for leaks. These findings rest on a limited number of reviews.
- Versions
- 1.0 66 manuelle, 1.2 87 manuelle
- Onset
- between 36,000 km and 76,000 km
- Repair
- not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité et pannes Hyundai i10 (2013-2020) — Fiches-auto (new tab)
- Avis Hyundai i10 2e génération : perte d'huile de boîte et embrayage — Caradisiac (new tab)
- Fiabilité occasion Hyundai i10 II (2013-2019) — Carverif (new tab)
- Remplacement kit embrayage sur Hyundai i10 : main-d'œuvre — GoodMecano (new tab)
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Hyundai i10”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €116 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €55 |
| Maintenance | €42 |
| Depreciation | €84 |
| Total per month | €297 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€116
1.0 66 manuelle version: combined consumption of 4.7 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
4.7 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €116
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€55
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€42
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€84
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Hyundai i10 II — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Test the clutch: no slipping or juddering, smooth gear changes and reverse.
- Look for traces of oil under the car, on the gearbox and engine sides.
- Check the engine oil level and the service book with the invoices.
- If an engine warning light is on, insist on a written diagnosis.
- Check with a Hyundai dealer, using the VIN, that no recall campaign is open.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the clutch or the gearbox been replaced or repaired? Do you have the invoices?
- Has there already been an oil leak (gearbox or engine)?
- Has the car been serviced regularly, and can I see the service book?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
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- Fuel types
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- Price
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- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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- Price
- €4,900 – €9,000
- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Hyundai i10 II (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What rating did the Hyundai i10 II achieve at Euro NCAP?
Four stars in May 2014 (1.0 petrol Comfort version): 79% adult protection, 80% child protection, 71% pedestrian protection and 56% safety assist. Euro NCAP deducted points for neck protection in rear impacts and for chest protection in a side pole impact.
What is the boot capacity of the Hyundai i10 II?
252 litres according to L'argus, about 1,046 litres at most according to AutoScout24.
Is the Hyundai i10 II reliable?
Generally yes according to Auto Express and Carverif, with few faults. The point to watch is the clutch and the sealing of the manual gearbox.
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