Hyundai i10
The Hyundai i10 is a five-seat car measuring 3,667 mm in length with a top speed of 151 km/h. Engine options feature displacements ranging from 1,000 to 1,200 cc with either 3 or 4 cylinders. For new registrations in the EU/EEA in 2025, the petrol variant emits 117 g/km COâ‚‚ (WLTP) while the gas (LPG/CNG) variant emits 108 g/km COâ‚‚ (WLTP). Four recall campaigns have been recorded in the EU Safety Gate database for this model.
| Manufacturer | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power (EU/EEA average) | 49 kW (66 hp) |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP, EU/EEA 2025) | Petrol 117 g/km, gas (LPG/CNG) 108 g/km |
| Kerb weight (EU/EEA average) | 1,007 kg |
| Displacement (engines) | 1,000–1,200 cc |
| Cylinders (engines) | 3–4 |
| Top speed | 151 km/h |
| Length | 3,667 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,670 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Engine power and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages of the Hyundai i10 registered in the EU/EEA in 2025 (53,840 cars), engine power from 27 countries, kerb weight from 28 countries. Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Engine power is the type-approved engine power (EEA field Ep). For hybrids and plug-in hybrids it is the power of the combustion engine, not the system power, and for electric cars it can differ from the peak power the manufacturer advertises.
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Hyundai i10 cars registered for the first time across 29 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 14,754 |
| Italy | 14,506 |
| United Kingdom | 14,228 |
| Spain | 6,402 |
| Netherlands | 4,255 |
| France | 3,326 |
| Greece | 2,249 |
| Austria | 1,699 |
| Belgium | 1,492 |
| Czechia | 923 |
| Ireland | 528 |
| Portugal | 464 |
| Slovenia | 414 |
| Sweden | 369 |
| Romania | 362 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
European engine versions of the Hyundai i10 by displacement, from the Dutch register (RDW). 6 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 149 km/h | – | – |
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 150 km/h | – | – |
| 1.1 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 151 km/h | – | – |
| 1.1 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 153 km/h | – | – |
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 163 km/h | – | – |
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 171 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Other Hyundai models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 80% of Hyundai i10s pass their MOT test first time, based on 236,693 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data, not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
4 recall campaigns recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Hyundai i10. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-04-18
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-09-05
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-03-13
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-07-15
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Hyundai recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Hyundai i10?
- The Hyundai i10 has a rated top speed of 151 km/h.
- How much power does the Hyundai i10 have?
- The Hyundai i10 produces 49 kW (66 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Hyundai i10?
- The Hyundai i10 is 3,667 mm long, 1,670 mm wide and 1,490 mm tall.
- How much does the Hyundai i10 weigh?
- The Hyundai i10 has a kerb weight of about 1,007 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Hyundai i10?
- It depends on the drivetrain. For the Hyundai i10 registered in the EU/EEA in 2025: Petrol 117 g/km, gas (LPG/CNG) 108 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Hyundai i10 have?
- The Hyundai i10 has 5 seats.