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Hyundai i10 AC3-FL

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

4.3 / 5.0 · Based on 3 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

100–120 PS

1.0L T-GDI (Smartstream) Benzin

Urban transport, that is literally it

Not Really
Most Reliable Engine

78–84 PS

1.2L (Smartstream) Benzin

5 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations


Engine Overview

The Hyundai i10 AC3-FL is available with 3 engine variants — from 62 to 120 hp.

1.0L (Kappa Smartstream) · Petrol· 62–67 PS
2023 2025
Good Choice 6 weaknesses
1.2L (Smartstream) · Petrol· 78–84 PS
2023 2025
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
i10 N Line · Petrol· 101 PS
2023 2025
Be Careful 5 weaknesses

The Hyundai 1.0L (Kappa Smartstream) (Petrol, 62–67 PS) has the G3LD (1.0L (Kappa Smartstream)) — rated: "Good Choice", 6 known weaknesses.

The Hyundai 1.2L (Smartstream) (Petrol, 78–84 PS) has the G4LF (1.2L (Smartstream)) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.

The Hyundai i10 N Line (Petrol, 101 PS) has the G3LE (1.0L T-GDI (Smartstream)) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 16 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai i10 AC3-FL (2023–2025). Considered reliable: G3LD (1.0L (Kappa Smartstream)), G4LF (1.2L (Smartstream)).

i10 (G3LE, 2023–2025) — Be Careful: Turbo oil supply Smartstream, GDI valve carbon buildup Smartstream, Timing chain wear Smartstream T-GDi. Power: 101 PS.

What to watch out for with the Hyundai i10? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Hyundai i10 AC3-FL have? +
The Hyundai i10 AC3-FL has 16 known engine weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Hyundai i10 AC3-FL? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: G3LD (1.0L (Kappa Smartstream)), G4LF (1.2L (Smartstream)). The most reliable engine is the G4LF (1.2L (Smartstream)) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the G3LE (1.0L T-GDI (Smartstream)).
Which Hyundai i10 AC3-FL engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Hyundai i10 AC3-FL. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Hyundai i10 AC3-FL engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Hyundai i10 AC3-FL — rated: "Not Really". {description} The new i10 does a lot right, but fun is not on the list. Comfort and efficiency are the whole game plan.
Is the Hyundai i10 AC3-FL worth buying used? +
The Hyundai i10 AC3-FL is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 3 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Hyundai i10 AC3-FL? +
The Hyundai i10 AC3-FL is available with engine variants from 62 to 120 hp. Petrol: G3LD (1.0L (Kappa Smartstream)), G4LF (1.2L (Smartstream)), G3LE (1.0L T-GDI (Smartstream)).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee