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
2016 Hyundai i20 problems
A 2016 Hyundai i20 is now 10 years old, so an average example has covered around 135,000 miles. An early car in the generation · most of the launch teething issues were still being worked through, so recall completion and dealer rectification history matter. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2016 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2016 Hyundai i20 is 10 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 135,000 miles. At that mileage 2 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.
Faults a 2016 example has usually reached
Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~135k miles an average 2016 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.