Hyundai i10 first generation

The Hyundai i10 first generation (2008–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 41 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: PA · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,570 mm RDW | 3,565 mm |
| Width | 1,600 mm RDW | 1,595 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm RDW | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm RDW | 2,380 mm |
| Front track | 1,400–1,467 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,385–1,480 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 863–930 kg RDW | 925–1,040 kg |
| Mass in running order | 963–1,030 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,400–1,430 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 700–800 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400–450 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 149–169 km/h RDW | 145–155 km/h |
| Torque | 95–121 Nm ASTRA | 95 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 155/70R13, 165/60R14, 175/50R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 79.4% (79.2–79.6) | 77.9% | 159,852 |
| 13 years and older | 74.3% (74.1–74.6) | 69.2% | 115,977 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 35.3% | 31.2% |
| Tyres | 33.0% | 31.2% |
| Suspension | 29.6% | 33.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 23.6% | 22.3% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 10.3% | 9.9% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.1% | 11.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 41 versions of the Hyundai i10 first generation
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European Union 25 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2013 | 1.2 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Petrol | 117–119 g/km | 174,504 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.1 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 114–119 g/km | 146,591 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.1 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | LPG | 109–118 g/km | 9,006 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.0 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 99 g/km | 12,776 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.2 L | 62 kW (84 PS) | Petrol | 115–120 g/km | 4,142 |
| 2013 | 1.0 L | 49 kW (67 PS) | Petrol | 108 g/km | 3,252 |
| 2013 | 1.2 L | 64 kW (87 PS) | Petrol | 120 g/km | 2,112 |
| 2013 | 1.1 L | – | Other fuel | 114 g/km | 1,972 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.1 L | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 122 g/km | 2,374 |
| 2013 | 1.2 L | – | Other fuel | 114 g/km | 1,100 |
| 2013 | 1.0 L | 48 kW (65 PS) | Petrol | 107 g/km | 192 |
| 2013 | 1.0 L | – | Other fuel | 108 g/km | 126 |
| 2010–2013 | – | – | Petrol | 112–124 g/km | 13,670 |
| 2011–2012 | 1.1 L | 49 kW (67 PS) | Petrol | 123–126 g/km | 6,473 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 57 kW (77 PS) | Petrol | 125 g/km | 1,798 |
| 2011 | 1.1 L | 49 kW (67 PS) | LPG | 116 g/km | 728 |
| 2011 | 1.1 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 114 g/km | 288 |
| 2011 | 1.1 L | 48 kW (65 PS) | Petrol | 124 g/km | 58 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | 57 kW (77 PS) | LPG | 118 g/km | 32 |
| 2010 | 1.1 L | – | Petrol | 124 g/km | 80,768 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | Petrol | 123 g/km | 69,124 |
| 2010 | 1.1 L | – | LPG | 116 g/km | 16,398 |
| 2010 | 1.1 L | – | Diesel | 115 g/km | 1,444 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | LPG | 118 g/km | 698 |
| 2010 | – | – | Diesel | 117 g/km | 182 |
United Kingdom 11 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20131.0l SOHC | 1.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 4.2 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 20131.2l DOHC | 1.2 L | Petrol | Manual | 4.6 L/100 km NEDC | 108 g/km |
| 20131.2l DOHC | 1.2 L | Petrol | Automatic | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 129 g/km |
| 20121.0l SOHC | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.2 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 20121.2l DOHC | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.6 L/100 km NEDC | 108 g/km |
| 20121.2l DOHC | 1.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 129 g/km |
| 2008–20101.1l SOHC | 1.1 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2008–20101.1l SOHC (13" & 14" wheels) | 1.1 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.8–5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 114–119 g/km |
| 2008–20101.1l SOHC (15" wheels) | 1.1 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.0–5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 119–124 g/km |
| 2009–20101.2l SOHC | 1.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2009–20101.2l SOHC | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9–5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 115–119 g/km |
France 5 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013i10 1.1 | – | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.7 L/100 km NEDC | 110 g/km |
| 2013i10 1.2 PACK Sensation A | – | 63 kW (85 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 129 g/km |
| 2013i10 1.2 PACK Evidence / Inventive / Sensation / Intuitive & Style | – | 63 kW (85 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.6 L/100 km NEDC | 108 g/km |
| 2012i10 1.2 PACK Sensation A | – | 62 kW (84 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 129 g/km |
| 2012i10 1.2 PACK Evidence / Inventive / Sensation / Intuitive & Style | – | 62 kW (84 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.6 L/100 km NEDC | 108 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





