2010 Hyundai i10 — Full Specifications
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The 2010 Hyundai i10 belongs to the First generation generation, built 2007–present. 2010 was year 4 of its run. The Second generation replaced it from 2013. Model years from 2010 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2010 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: hatchback. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.1 iRDE I4, 1.1 iDREZ, 1.2 Kappa (Euro 5), 1.0 (Europe) and more. Owners often keep a Hyundai i10 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
First generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Hyundai i10 model years from 2007 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2010. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2010 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 iRDE I4 | Petrol | 1.1 L | 65 PS |
| 1.1 iDREZ | Petrol | 1.1 L | 66.7 PS |
| 1.2 Kappa (Euro 5) | Petrol | 1.2 L | 80 PS |
| 1.0 (Europe) | Petrol | 1 L | — |
| 1.1 three-cylinder CRDi | Diesel | 1.1 L | — |
| Body styles | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | Manual |
| Generation | First generation (PA) |
| Facelift | 2010 (2010 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2010 Hyundai i10
Running Costs: 2010 Hyundai i10
Running costs for a 2010 Hyundai i10 depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2010 Hyundai i10 Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Hyundai i10. Look the Hyundai i10 up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2010 Hyundai i10?
The 2010 Hyundai i10 is part of the First generation (PA) generation, produced 2007–present. The facelift arrived in 2010, so a 2010 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2010 Hyundai i10 come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.1 iRDE I4 (petrol); 1.1 iDREZ (petrol); 1.2 Kappa (Euro 5) (petrol); 1.0 (Europe) (petrol); 1.1 three-cylinder CRDi (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2010 Hyundai i10 come in?
This generation was offered as: Hatchback.
What gearbox does the 2010 Hyundai i10 have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include Manual, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2010 Hyundai i10?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Hyundai i10 at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.