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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2017 Hyundai i10 (Gen 2)

Revealed in late 2016 and sold in the UK from early 2017 to 2019, the facelifted i10 gained the cascading grille with round LED DRLs, a 7-inch CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen and optional active safety kit.

What changed for 2017

  • •Curved cascading front grille housing circular LED daytime running lights on SE and Premium trims
  • •7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and TomTom Live services
  • •Revised front suspension bump stops and steering gear ratio for improved motorway refinement

Common MOT watch-outs

  • !Daytime running lamp or headlamp aim failures after minor city parking nudges
  • !Rear service brake imbalance and seized handbrake cables on low-mileage examples
  • !Uneven front tyre edge wear from kerbed tracking on urban runabouts
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All Known Issues

Premature Clutch Wear & Judder

ModerateGearbox & Transmission

The most common mechanical complaint. Many cars require a new clutch before 50k miles, especially if used primarily for city driving.

Est. Repair Cost: £350–£600
Warning Signs:

Judder when pulling away, Difficulty engaging 1st/Reverse, Slipping in high gears

What to Inspect:
  • Smoothness of take-off
  • Clutch pedal weight
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Rear Brake Binding

ModerateBrakes

Rear brake pads can stick to the discs/calipers, particularly on cars left standing or used for very short trips.

Est. Repair Cost: £150–£300
Warning Signs:

Squealing from the rear, Car feels "held back", Excessive heat from rear wheels

What to Inspect:
  • Wheel temperature after a drive
  • Handbrake release effort
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Immobiliser Signal Failure

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

The antenna coil in the steering column can fail, meaning the car doesn't recognize the key and fails to start.

Est. Repair Cost: £100–£250
Warning Signs:

Car cranks but won't start, Immobiliser light stays off or flashes

What to Inspect:
  • Try both keys if possible
  • Check for starting consistency
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Buying Tips for 2017 Hyundai i10 (Gen 2)

  • Prioritise SE Nav, Premium or Play special-edition trims to get the 7-inch Apple CarPlay touchscreen
  • Avoid the 4-speed torque-converter automatic unless essential, as it blunts performance and economy
  • Inspect rear wheel hubs after a test drive; excessive heat points to sticking rear brake calipers
2015–20162018–2019
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