Common Problems with the
2019–2020 Hyundai i20 (GB)

We've identified 2 known issues that can affect the 2019–2020 Hyundai i20 (GB). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

Known Issues

Serious

Moderate

Minor

The 2019–2020 period has 1 more issue than the Hyundai i20 (GB) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

DPF and EGR clogging on 1.1 CRDi

ModerateExhaust & Emissions

The smaller CRDi is economical but dislikes repeated cold starts and school-run use. When regeneration is interrupted too often, DPF and EGR faults quickly follow.

Most affected: 1.1 CRDi

Estimated cost: £180–£900Affects: 2015–2020Often appears around: 50,000–110,000 miles

Typical symptoms

•DPF or engine warning light
•Cooling fan running after shutdown
•Flat performance
•Frequent regeneration attempts

What to inspect before you buy

✓Ask about typical trip length
✓Look for recent EGR, DPF or injector work
✓Check exhaust smoke and idle quality from cold

Air-conditioning condenser leaks

MinorCooling System

Stone damage and corrosion at the front condenser are common enough to turn a seemingly tidy i20 into an air-con repair bill, particularly on motorway-used cars.

Most affected: All GB models with AC

Estimated cost: £220–£420Affects: 2015–2020Often appears around: Any age; more common on motorway-used cars

Typical symptoms

•Weak air conditioning
•Compressor cycles but cabin stays warm
•Recent regas that did not last

What to inspect before you buy

✓AC output on a warm day
✓Condenser fins for stone damage
✓Pipe unions for oily residue

Buying Tips for the 2019 Hyundai i20 (GB)

✓A tidy GB should feel refined rather than flimsy, so knocks from the steering or front suspension are worth pricing properly
✓The 1.2 petrol is the safest ownership bet; diesel cars only make sense if they have covered enough A-road or motorway miles
✓Check air conditioning and radiator area carefully because the nose is exposed to stone damage
✓Use the MOT record to spot repeat advisories for front bushes, brake imbalance or weak headlamp output

2018 Hyundai i20 (GB)