Hyundai i10 AC3-FL
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
100–120 PS
1.0L T-GDI (Smartstream) Benzin
Urban transport, that is literally it
Not Really78–84 PS
1.2L (Smartstream) Benzin
5 weaknesses
Good ChoiceGenerations
Engine Overview
The Hyundai i10 AC3-FL is available with 3 engine variants — from 62 to 120 hp.
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.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee