EngineMedium
1.0 T-GDi carbon build-up and misfire
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check idle quality and engine light history
2014 Hyundai i20 problems
A 2014 Hyundai i20 is now 12 years old, so an average example has covered around 162,000 miles. This is the first model year of the generation · early-build cars carry the highest share of teething faults and the most recall activity, so check the service history for completed recall work. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2014 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2014 Hyundai i20 is 12 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 162,000 miles. At that mileage 2 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.
Faults a 2014 example has usually reached
Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~162k miles an average 2014 car has covered.
SuspensionLow
Front drop links knocking
- Typically appears
- 60,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Listen over speed bumps
Faults that appear at any mileage
Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.
ElectricalLow
Infotainment, Bluetooth and camera faults
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Test full infotainment functionality
BrakesLow
Rear disc corrosion on low-mileage cars
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Inspect rear discs for lipping
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Check this exact carHyundai i20 · frequently asked questions
Is the i20 reliable?
Broadly yes, it is a low-drama retail car with good warranty history.
What should I price in?
Rear discs on cars that have stood, and tyres.
Which trim moves?
Premium and Ultimate cars with the larger screen.