Another excellent review Sir of a great little City Car, Hyundai and Kia have certainly come on Leaps and Bounds. Think I said in the previous review of a i10 is that my mate had one of these for over a month and stuck 4000 miles on the clock of one of these using it for his work and down to a huge Volvo gathering while his V40 was getting repaired.
Yes sir, I wouldn't mind doing 4,000 miles in one of these i10, they even have cruise control in this mid range specification, and the higher trim levels have a surprising amount of luxury. We do like the modern Hyundais and Kias.
Good to see a review of the 1.2 compared to my 1.0 SE. Generally speaking the 1.0 is fine, it’s only on a longer journey that I wish I had the extra power that the 1.2 provides. Whether you opt for a 1.0 or the 1.2, the i10 in my opinion feels and drives well for what is basically a city car.
That is correct, sir! Both are excellent, but I did prefer the 1.2. I was very privileged to have been offered both at the same time, and I couldn't turn down the opportunity.
Most used i10s tend to be the 1 litre. A work colleague has a 19 reg "Go!“ edition in white, which is 1 litre. She told me that it's adequate enough performance for her needs.
I much prefer the Mark II to the original, and this 1.2 is brilliant. Would probably go for a higher trim if it were my choice, however. The Mark I was good for the time, but this is a lot better. Have yet to try the Mark III.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Having tried them all I can definitely say the Mark 3 is better still, but overall they are superb cars that are better than a lot of the competition, but people are put off by the ‘H’ badge.
@@michaelkeen5010 , judging by recent sales, Hyundai are now firmly in the mainstream and are better regarded than many other brands such as Ford or Volkswagen by many.
We have a 2016 Premium 1.2 SE - it's great for a runaround - One thing to watch for (when buying used) is if they were ex-driving school cars - they might need a new clutch.
Thank you, yes, I did enjoy this 1.2, I have driven a lot of cars with this engine in them now. You are definitely right about the ex-driving school cars, I think that would be the case with a lot of different makes and models.
I had a bit of time to kill that morning yet I never thought to clear the boot out so Joseph could properly show the spare wheel! 🤪 I think the secret mission documents might actually fit in the glovebox if I took a few more bits out of there. Also slightly weird spec wise as you get 4 electric windows and cruise control but nowhere to hang your coat! It's been a great car though. It replaced a forbidden fuel powered 2003 Nissan Almera SXE that felt like a bit of a boat to drive. I gel with this better than the Nissan. Ideal commuter car and great for the weekly shop. I've removed the wheel trims because they were a bit 'road rashed'. Now on 33,600 miles.
Thank you again for supplying the car for review, sir, it was actually the last one filmed before the SMMT reviews and then after the BL Autumn Rally I became ill... It was a fun little drive, I really must not keep forgetting my phone mount! Thank you as well for bringing it all the way down to Hampshire, it made things much more convenient that. You may want to refrain from talking about the Almera round here though, sir...
@@Darrenbatteson.531 , keyless entry is a ridiculous feature to expect in a small car like this! The styling is a lot better than the Mark I i10 I drove back in the summer too.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting agreed better to have a key to get the heater running you need the engine on.Also have anti theft fob wallet to stop thelfs picking the wireless signal.
After the amazing showing of the 1 litre engine, which I can confirm is very strong, the 1.2 seems to be muscular and well on top of the job of moving the i10 . Interior fit and finish is superb but, there is a but. I am coming to this video of the i10 1.2 litre from a video of the Ram 1500 TRX 6.2 litre with 702 bhp and 650 lb/ft of torque towing 8,500 lbs up the IKE Gauntlet in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado covering 8 miles in 7 minutes and 47 seconds, or from 9000 feet above sea level to more than 11,000 feet in 8 miles at an average of 4.7 American mpg. I believe that the i10 could climb this hill quite admirably without obliterating so many of the World's resources in such a short time. In short, a Citroën C1/Toyota Aygo competitor which dips its toe quite successfully and competitively into the Fiesta/Corsa/Polo Class. To be a complete Fiesta Slayer, go for the Kia Picanto 1.0 litre Turbo GT Line with its standard 7 year warranty.
Yes sir, we like the 1.2 very much, it seems to be just right for a car of this size. It is better than a C1/Aygo/108 and the equal of a Mii/Up/Citigo, especially as the space is almost as good as a Corsa E or a Mark V Polo. Have you been watching Mr Richardson's Kia Picanto review by any chance, sir?
I believe of the automatics in this class, the VW UP, Skoda Citigo, Seat Mii, and the Toyota Aygo, Citroen C1, Peugeot 107/108, the Hyundai is the only 1 with a proper automatic transmission option. The others use automated manuals (cheap ones with single clutch mechanism), the VW ASG system and MultiMode in the Toyota trio. Tho, I also believe that very recently (2023+) the Toyota Aygo refresh offers a CVT auto with its tiny 1.0 petrol engine and also (with or w/out the auto) cranks the price of the range topper to about around £19,000…..for a city car 😮….but also rated as one of the most reliable tiny cars….in the world. The 0-62mph time has also become longer over its lifetime, I guess adding more stuff & updated emissions controls takes away performance. Would like a review of the Toyota IQ….that is a small car!
Yes, I have sourced two almost identical first generation Hyundai i30s for clients in the past, both 1.4s. Not particularly exciting, but extremely reliable in general.
It's very common for cars of this price point and age to have black plastic. Remember in all your comments that the owner of the car can see them, some may prefer them to be a bit more diplomatically expressed if at all possible.
Unless you go for a really high spec car you are unlikely to find natural materials in many cars these days, just different colours and different grades of plastic.
It's a fair comment but these cars are built to a price. The Premium spec has a more colourful interior but the plastics remain. However, I'm usually concentrating too much on my driving to admire the interior ambiance. 😉
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Another excellent review Sir of a great little City Car, Hyundai and Kia have certainly come on Leaps and Bounds. Think I said in the previous review of a i10 is that my mate had one of these for over a month and stuck 4000 miles on the clock of one of these using it for his work and down to a huge Volvo gathering while his V40 was getting repaired.
Yes sir, I wouldn't mind doing 4,000 miles in one of these i10, they even have cruise control in this mid range specification, and the higher trim levels have a surprising amount of luxury. We do like the modern Hyundais and Kias.
Good to see a review of the 1.2 compared to my 1.0 SE. Generally speaking the 1.0 is fine, it’s only on a longer journey that I wish I had the extra power that the 1.2 provides.
Whether you opt for a 1.0 or the 1.2, the i10 in my opinion feels and drives well for what is basically a city car.
That is correct, sir! Both are excellent, but I did prefer the 1.2. I was very privileged to have been offered both at the same time, and I couldn't turn down the opportunity.
Most used i10s tend to be the 1 litre. A work colleague has a 19 reg "Go!“ edition in white, which is 1 litre. She told me that it's adequate enough performance for her needs.
Very nice review of a lovely little motor, thank you Mr Lloyd,
We aim to please, sir! More Sensible Secondhand Reviews/Classics coming up tomorrow.
These are great cars, I’ve owned two Mk1 i10’s, 3 Mk2’s of which 2 were the 1.2 the other a1.0. Now just taken delivery of a 1.0 Mk3 SE Connect.
I much prefer the Mark II to the original, and this 1.2 is brilliant. Would probably go for a higher trim if it were my choice, however. The Mark I was good for the time, but this is a lot better. Have yet to try the Mark III.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Having tried them all I can definitely say the Mark 3 is better still, but overall they are superb cars that are better than a lot of the competition, but people are put off by the ‘H’ badge.
@@michaelkeen5010 , judging by recent sales, Hyundai are now firmly in the mainstream and are better regarded than many other brands such as Ford or Volkswagen by many.
We have a 2016 Premium 1.2 SE - it's great for a runaround - One thing to watch for (when buying used) is if they were ex-driving school cars - they might need a new clutch.
Thank you, yes, I did enjoy this 1.2, I have driven a lot of cars with this engine in them now. You are definitely right about the ex-driving school cars, I think that would be the case with a lot of different makes and models.
A good review of a sensible small car
Thank you ever so much indeed! That is what Sensible Secondhand Reviews is all about.
I had a bit of time to kill that morning yet I never thought to clear the boot out so Joseph could properly show the spare wheel! 🤪
I think the secret mission documents might actually fit in the glovebox if I took a few more bits out of there.
Also slightly weird spec wise as you get 4 electric windows and cruise control but nowhere to hang your coat!
It's been a great car though. It replaced a forbidden fuel powered 2003 Nissan Almera SXE that felt like a bit of a boat to drive. I gel with this better than the Nissan. Ideal commuter car and great for the weekly shop. I've removed the wheel trims because they were a bit 'road rashed'. Now on 33,600 miles.
Thank you again for supplying the car for review, sir, it was actually the last one filmed before the SMMT reviews and then after the BL Autumn Rally I became ill... It was a fun little drive, I really must not keep forgetting my phone mount! Thank you as well for bringing it all the way down to Hampshire, it made things much more convenient that. You may want to refrain from talking about the Almera round here though, sir...
Bought a 68 plate Hyundai i10 premium se cracking little car heated steering wheel and heated front seats
Yes, you can spec these up with all kinds of interesting options! I think Premium SE was the top specification of all.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting yes very well specd and not bland to look out , my old Panda only had central locking the i10 is keyless entry.
@@Darrenbatteson.531 , keyless entry is a ridiculous feature to expect in a small car like this! The styling is a lot better than the Mark I i10 I drove back in the summer too.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting agreed better to have a key to get the heater running you need the engine on.Also have anti theft fob wallet to stop thelfs picking the wireless signal.
@@Darrenbatteson.531 , yes, the good old Faraday Bags! A lot of channel viewers prefer normal keys, and I can completely understand that.
After the amazing showing of the 1 litre engine, which I can confirm is very strong, the 1.2 seems to be muscular and well on top of the job of moving the i10 . Interior fit and finish is superb but, there is a but.
I am coming to this video of the i10 1.2 litre from a video of the Ram 1500 TRX 6.2 litre with 702 bhp and 650 lb/ft of torque towing 8,500 lbs up the IKE Gauntlet in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado covering 8 miles in 7 minutes and 47 seconds, or from 9000 feet above sea level to more than 11,000 feet in 8 miles at an average of 4.7 American mpg.
I believe that the i10 could climb this hill quite admirably without obliterating so many of the World's resources in such a short time.
In short, a Citroën C1/Toyota Aygo competitor which dips its toe quite successfully and competitively into the Fiesta/Corsa/Polo Class.
To be a complete Fiesta Slayer, go for the Kia Picanto 1.0 litre Turbo GT Line with its standard 7 year warranty.
Yes sir, we like the 1.2 very much, it seems to be just right for a car of this size. It is better than a C1/Aygo/108 and the equal of a Mii/Up/Citigo, especially as the space is almost as good as a Corsa E or a Mark V Polo. Have you been watching Mr Richardson's Kia Picanto review by any chance, sir?
@@lloydvehicleconsulting busted!! 👍
@@seancooke7332 , well done, sir!
You sir arra G 😎
This or a Jazz? 🤔
Depends what you want, really...
I believe of the automatics in this class, the VW UP, Skoda Citigo, Seat Mii, and the Toyota Aygo, Citroen C1, Peugeot 107/108, the Hyundai is the only 1 with a proper automatic transmission option.
The others use automated manuals (cheap ones with single clutch mechanism), the VW ASG system and MultiMode in the Toyota trio.
Tho, I also believe that very recently (2023+) the Toyota Aygo refresh offers a CVT auto with its tiny 1.0 petrol engine and also (with or w/out the auto) cranks the price of the range topper to about around £19,000…..for a city car 😮….but also rated as one of the most reliable tiny cars….in the world. The 0-62mph time has also become longer over its lifetime, I guess adding more stuff & updated emissions controls takes away performance.
Would like a review of the Toyota IQ….that is a small car!
Yes, filmed the Aygo X in 2022. Not a bad drive, but extremely cramped.
Ideal city car which is reliable. economical and fun
I couldn't have put it better myself!
My neighbour has an automatic i10 , and she loves it , mind you 10 miles is a long drive .
Probably best to keep to the automatic version for your neighbour if 10 miles is a long way for her!
Great steel rims!
Glad you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching!
The rear end looks influenced by Steve Mattin?
Gosh, I don't know! I don't think he ever worked for Hyundai, but I could be wrong.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting look at his 1997 A class lots of similar lines
@@yekateradiffin5939 , I am sure that you are right.
Hyundai's are good reliable cars. I had a mark 1, i30 for 4 years. A bit boring and characterless but it never let me down
Yes, I have sourced two almost identical first generation Hyundai i30s for clients in the past, both 1.4s. Not particularly exciting, but extremely reliable in general.
My CD player has stopped working all I do now is plug a walkman into the aux socket.
Its a crime! Its a crime I tell you!! (no cd player).
Neither does our SsangYong, sir!
I've downloaded my tunes onto the memory stick that is visible in the centre console. 🙂
@@mattw8332 , well done, sir!
I know I am old-fashioned but.....black plastic, everywhere. No natural materials. No thank you.
It's very common for cars of this price point and age to have black plastic. Remember in all your comments that the owner of the car can see them, some may prefer them to be a bit more diplomatically expressed if at all possible.
Unless you go for a really high spec car you are unlikely to find natural materials in many cars these days, just different colours and different grades of plastic.
@@michaelkeen5010 , yes, I think that sums it up nicely.
It's a fair comment but these cars are built to a price. The Premium spec has a more colourful interior but the plastics remain. However, I'm usually concentrating too much on my driving to admire the interior ambiance. 😉
@@mattw8332 , a lot of cars actually have worse hard scratchy plastic than an i10, and they sometimes cost more!