2016 Hyundai i10 — Full Specifications

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Second generationGeneration
2013–2019Production
3Engines Listed
PetrolFuel Types
Pre-facelift2016 Model Year

The 2016 Hyundai i10 belongs to the Second generation generation, built 2013–2019. 2016 was year 4 of its run. The Third generation replaced it from 2020. The mid-life facelift arrived in 2017, so a 2016 car is a pre-facelift example. Body styles: hatchback. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.0 Kappa LPi, 1.0 Kappa MPi, 1.25 Kappa MPi. Owners often keep a Hyundai i10 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.

Second generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles

Hyundai i10 model years from 2013 to 2019 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2017. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2016 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.

EngineFuelDisplacementPower
1.0 Kappa LPiPetrol1 L67 PS
1.0 Kappa MPiPetrol1 L66 PS
1.25 Kappa MPiPetrol1.25 L87 PS
Body stylesHatchback
Transmissions5-speed manual · 4-speed automatic
GenerationSecond generation (IA; BA for Grand i10)
Facelift2017 (2016 car is pre-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for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.

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Running Costs: 2016 Hyundai i10

Running costs for a 2016 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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2016 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 2016 Hyundai i10?

The 2016 Hyundai i10 is part of the Second generation (IA; BA for Grand i10) generation, produced 2013–2019. The facelift arrived in 2017, so a 2016 car is a pre-facelift example.

What engines did the 2016 Hyundai i10 come with?

Engines listed for this generation include 1.0 Kappa LPi (petrol); 1.0 Kappa MPi (petrol); 1.25 Kappa MPi (petrol). 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 2016 Hyundai i10 come in?

This generation was offered as: Hatchback.

What gearbox does the 2016 Hyundai i10 have?

Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic, depending on engine and trim.

How safe is the 2016 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.

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