 First generation (2007–2014)

First generation (PA)

Overview i10 (Mexico) Also called i10 () Production 2007–2014 , (Hyundai India) Assembly Kulim, Malaysia (Inokom) [1]

Designer Thomas Bürkle Body and chassis

Body style 5-door

Related Picanto Powertrain 1.0 L Kappa II I3 (petrol) 1.1 L Epsilon I4 (petrol)

Engine 1.2 L Kappa I4 (petrol) 1.1 L U-Line I3 (diesel) 5-speed manual

Transmission 4-speed automatic Dimensions

Wheelbase 2,380 mm (93.7 in) Length 3,565 mm (140.4 in) Width 1,595 mm (62.8 in) Height 1,550 mm (61.0 in)

Curb weight 925–1,040 kg (2,039–2,293 lb)

The first generation i10 had its world premiere on 31 October 2007, in , India.[2] It is produced in India at Hyundai's Chennai plant for the domestic and export markets. In Europe, it has four different versions: Classic, Style, Comfort and Eco Blue Version, with a smaller 1.0-litre . All versions come with front electric windows, ABS, air conditioning and an RDS radio/CD player with a USB connection.

Background

Hyundai started development of the i10 to replace the , also known as the Santro. The development for the concept was code-named Hyundai PA. The car was targeted primarily at the Indian market and intended for production in India, given the popularity of hatchback subcompacts in the country.

Styling

2007 , front view

2007 Hyundai i10, rear view

The i10 has a large gaping air-dam, pulled-back headlamps, chrome-lined grill, integrated clear lens fog lamps, a bonnet that has a clam shell hint and a rear window with an upswept kink.

The tailgate has a chrome-lined boot-release handle and an integrated roof spoiler on the top- end versions.

Overall length (3,565 mm) and (2,380 mm) are identical to the Santro with slightly more interior space; Ergonomic design was intended to accommodate tall drivers and increasing rear knee room. The width has been increased (and front and rear track) by 70 mm (2.8 in) for more shoulder room. The height has been reduced by 40 mm (1.6 in). Boot space at 225 litres (7.9 cu ft) is significantly lower than that of Getz.

Interior The interior has a plastic dash housing with an optional integrated stereo. The instrument binnacle has a large white-faced speedometer, flanked by the tachometer and fuel and temperature gauges.

The gear lever is built into the centre console, leaving space between the front seats for a couple of cup holders.

Facelift

2011 Hyundai i10 facelift, front view 2011 Hyundai i10 facelift, rear view

In September 2010, Hyundai introduced a facelift for the i10. Sporting an innovative design look and an array of contemporary features.

Exteriors

Hyundai introduced an all-new front-end design inspired by the Fluidic Sculpture design language. Its centrepiece is a new radiator grill which features chrome detailing. It also boasts a bracing set of 3D wraparound headlamps with multi-reflector chrome surround fog lamps. The bumpers have also been redesigned with a new front grille to lend a more aggressive look.

It also features a micro roof antenna, body colour door handles and the side indicator lights incorporated on the outside rear view mirror. The rear of new i10 boasts of sleek and elongated tail lamps, bold rear bumper with body coloured inserts as well as rear bumper reflectors and trendy full wheel cover.

Interiors

The new i10 has a two-tone beige and light brown colour in certain markets. To impart a more aesthetic appeal, the interiors have been accentuated with chrome and silver accents at multiple points. Other interesting design features like metal finish centre console, new instrument cluster, blue interior illumination, etc., have been added to offer a more luxurious and ergonomic experience.

Apart from this, the i10 brings in a host of highly innovative design features like first- in- segment gear shift indicator display (M/T only), digital fuel indicator, Bluetooth, steering mounted audio & bluetooth controls and multiple power outlets

Engines i10 iRDE 1.1

The i10 was launched with a 1.1 litre 65 bhp (48 kW; 66 PS) I4 iRDE engine - the same motor used in the and Hyundai Atos Prime/Santro Xing but with lower CO2 emissions. i10 Kappa 1.2

The i10 also comes with a 1.2 litre petrol Euro-5 compliant engine (called the Kappa engine), with the same CO2 emissions as the 1.1L version. The spark plug of the 1.2L is non-standard. i10 Diesel

A 1.1 litre 3-cylinder diesel CRDi variant is available in Europe but has not yet been introduced into the UK and Indian market. i10 Electric

Main article: Hyundai BlueOn

Hyundai recently launched i10 Electric in Delhi and is expected to be available in India by 2011.[3] The i10-based electric car is called BlueOn.[4] i10 Kappa-2 1.2

In 2010 Hyundai launched a facelifted version of the i10 in India which uses a Kappa 2 engine with VTVT Technology to further improve performance of this engine. Hyundai engineers have taken the existing 1.2-litre 4-cylinder Kappa engine and added VTVT (Variable Timing and Valve Train). The i10 is the first small car in the country to receive making it, on paper at least, the most sophisticated 1.2-litre engine in its segment (the Honda Jazz also has an i-VTEC head but is a segment higher). This system, working on the intake side, helps in altering the valve timing and lift according to the situation and thus improves low-end responses and fuel efficiency. VTVT hasn’t increased the and it is still rated at 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp). However the engine is reported to feel more refined and show very little vibration at higher revs

Accolades and feats

Hyundai i10 was widely recognized as "Car of the Year 2008" by various automotive magazines and TV channels in India like BS Motoring, CNBC-TV18 AutoCar,[5] NDTV Profit Car & Bike India[6] and Overdrive magazine. The car was conferred with the (ICOTY) by automotive media of the country.[7] In Malaysia the Hyundai i10 has also earned recognition through many awards such as the Best People's Car in the Asian Auto – VCA Auto Industry Awards 2009,[8] 1st Place in Asian Auto- Mudah.my Fuel Efficiency Awards 2009 in the Compact City Cars Category with a combined fuel efficiency of 5.0l/100 km, which is not only the best performance in its category but also throughout all the participating vehicles in Malaysia.[9] The Hyundai i10 also won the New Straits Times / Maybank Car of the Year Award in the Entry Level Car category two times consecutively in 2009 and 2010.[10][11]

In 2008, Hyundai commemorated 10 years of operations in India by initiating a transcontinental drive from Delhi to Paris in two of its i10 Kappa cars. The drive covered a distance of 10,000 kilometres (6,200 mi) in just 17 days after which the i10s were showcased at the Paris Motor Show in October.[12] At the Paris Motor Show Hyundai unveiled the .

In 2013, leading automotive portal CarDekho awarded Hyundai i10 as 'Most Popular Hatchback' in India.[13]

Safety

Euro NCAP test results for a LHD, 5-door hatchback variant on a 2008 registration:[14]

Test Score Points Overall: N/A N/A

Adult occupant: 26

Child occupant: 37

Pedestrian: 21 Safety assist: N/A N/A

ASEAN NCAP test results for a RHD, 5-door hatchback variant on a 2011 registration:[15]

Test Score

Adult occupant protection: Child occupant protection: 48%

The amount of safety features varies from market to market. While most countries have the i10 equipped with for all passengers, the entry-level 1.1 manual model in the can be sold without airbags.

Since launch and as of August 2009, electronic stability control (ESC) is still a special-order option for UK spec cars which prevents a full 5-star EuroNCAP score.

India

After the huge success of , India’s second largest auto manufacturer Hyundai Motor Co launched Hyundai i10 in same hatchback segment and it has gained much popularity in Indian market since its launch in 2007. Hyundai i10 is a premium hatchback segment model that takes place between Hyundai Santro and . Offering quality and equipment for the customers is the key priority of Hyundai i10.

In India Hyundai i10 is available with nine variants, and with two different engine options. Two variants (D-lite and Era) of Hyundai i10 are equipped with 1.1L, 1086 cc, IRDE (Intelligent Responsive Drive Engine) with gearbox. This engine produces 66.7 PS (49 kW; 66 hp) of maximum power at 5500 rpm and maximum of 10.1 kg·m (99 N·m; 73 lb·ft) at 2500 rpm. HMIL (Hyundai Motor India Ltd) makes the Hyundai i10 price very competitive in the Indian auto market. Car is available in 3.5 to 5 lakh range and it is giving very tough competition to all other cars of this segment.

The rest seven variants of Hyundai i10 are powered by its popular 1.2L, 1197 cc, Kappa engine produces the 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) of maximum power at 5200 rpm and 11.4 kg·m (112 N·m; 82 lb·ft) of maximum torque at 4000 rpm. This Kappa engine is well known for offering high engine performance with better fuel efficiency.

Hyundai i10 models

It is the base variant of Hyundai i10 that comes with 1.1L, IRDE engine but it Hyundai i10 does not offer few standard features like Adjustable Steering Wheel, Central D-lite Locking, Power Windows, Wheel Covers, Tachometer, CD/MP3 Player, Fog Lamps and Body Colored Bumpers. This variant also comes with 1.1L, IRDE engine it also carry few additional Hyundai i10 features that are Central Locking, Power Windows (Front) and Body Colored Era Bumpers. Hyundai i10 This variant comes with new Kappa engine. It also carries few additional features Magna like Adjustable Steering Wheel, Wheel Covers and Tachometer. Hyundai i10 This variant of Hyundai i10 carries the same feature that Hyundai i10 Magna Magna AT offers, only the difference is that it comes with . Hyundai i10 This variant of Hyundai i10 also carries Kappa engine and the additional features Sportz that this variant offers are CD/MP3 Player, Rear Defogger, Rear Wash Wipe etc. Hyundai i10 This variant of Hyundai i10 carries the same feature that Hyundai i10 Sportz Sportz AT offers, only the difference is that it comes with automatic transmission. Hyundai i10 This variant also carries the advanced Kappa engine. The additional features that Asta this variant offers are Remote Locking, Fog Lamps, ABS and Dual Front Airbags. Hyundai i10 It is the top end variant of Hyundai i10 that carries the same feature that Hyundai Asta w/Sun i10 Asta offers, only the difference is that it comes with Sun Roof. Roof Hyundai i10 This variant carries the same feature that Hyundai i10 Asta w/Sun Roof offers, Asta AT only the difference is that it comes with automatic transmission.

Variants:

LPG Variants: is also available in LPG fuel option

Hyundai Eon LPG D Lite Plus: It is the base variant of the Eon, which comes with LPG option. This variant comes with some basic features like HVAC with 4 blowers, child lock, chrome radiator grille, engine immobilizer, rear seat belts, cup holder, remote tail gate release, low fuel indicator and 2-tone beige and brown interiors.

Hyundai Eon LPG Era Plus: It is the same Hyundai Eon Era, but with a LPG fuel option, rest all features remain same. Hyundai Eon LPG Magna Plus: It is the top-end LPG variant, which comes with all the features, available on Eon Magna Plus.[16] Second generation (2013–present)

Second generation (IA/BA)

Overview Also called Hyundai Grand i10[17][18] Production 2013–present

Model years 2013–present Izmit, Turkey (Hyundai Assan Assembly Otomotiv) Chennai, India (Hyundai India)

Designer Thomas Bürkle Body and chassis

Body style 5-door hatchback Related Kia Picanto Powertrain 1.0 L Kappa II I3 (petrol)[19] 1.0 L Kappa II I3 (petrol/LPG)

Engine 1.25 L Kappa II I4 (petrol) 1.1 L U-Line I3 (diesel) 5-speed manual

Transmission 4-speed automatic Dimensions 2,385 mm (93.9 in)[20]

Wheelbase 2,425 mm (95.5 in) (Grand i10) 3,645 mm (143.5 in) Length 3,765 mm (148.2 in) (Grand i10) Width 1,660 mm (65.4 in) 1,500 mm (59.1 in) Height 1,520 mm (59.8 in) (Grand i10) [21]

Curb weight 933–961 kg (2,057–2,119 lb)

Hyundai developed the second generation i10, which was originally planned for release in early 2014. Development of the new i10 started in India in 2012, using the Kia Picanto as a test mule for individual parts.[22]

In August 2013, the i10's redesign was revealed by Hyundai's European design team led by Thomas Bürkle. The new car is 80 mm (3.1 in) longer, 65 mm (2.6 in) wider and 50 mm (2.0 in) shorter than the outgoing model. The new dimensions result in a trunk space increase by 10%, totaling to 252 liters.[23] The new car made its debut at the 2013 Motor Show.[24] The i10 arrived in European showrooms in January 2014.[25]

The offered on the European model will be as follows:[19]

 1.0-liter three-cylinder petrol with 66 HP (48 kW) and 94 Nm (69 lb-ft) of torque  1.0-liter three-cylinder bi-fuel with 67 HP (49 kW) and 90 Nm (66 lb-ft) of torque (on LPG)  1.2-liter four-cylinder petrol with 87 HP (64 kW) and 120 Nm (88 lb-ft) of torque

Production of the i10 commenced at 's plant in İzmit, Turkey, in late- September 2013, at an annual capacity of 200,000 units.[26]

Hyundai Grand i10

Hyundai Motor India Ltd. released the new model in September 2013 as the Grand i10; it slots between the first generation i10, which will continue to be manufactured for the Indian market, and the i20. The Grand i10 differentiates from the European model with its wheelbase increase by 100 mm (3.9 in).[27] The Grand i10 was launched in September at prices ranging from Rs. 4.29 Lakhs to Rs. 6.41 lakhs.[28]

The Grand i10 is available with three engine options:

 1.1 liter three-cylinder U2 CRDi diesel  1.2 liter four-cylinder petrol  1.0 liter three-cylinder LPG

The delivers a mileage of approximately 24.0 kmpl (ARAI figure).

On February 2014, Hyundai Resources, Inc. (HARI) announced details on the Philippine- market version of the Grand i10. The U2 CRDi engine will not be offered in the country; instead, the base models come with the 1.0 liter three-cylinder petrol engine while the 1.2 liter four- cylinder engine is reserved for the range-topping L automatic transmission model.[18] The Grand i10 offers host of features like dual-toned interiors, enlarged cabin space, keyless entry, push button on/off and auto folding outside mirrors that automatically open and fold when car is unlocked and locked.[29] In addition, the car is equipped with rear AC vents and 1GB internal memory to store music, which are both first in its segment.[29][30]

In early 2014, Hyundai released the Grand i10 in Mexico. The car is offered with only the 1.2 liter four-cylinder engine in the market.[31]

Variants

The India-spec Grand i10 is available in four variants:[29]

 Era: Immobilizer, chrome radiator grille, dual-color interior, electric power steering, manual AC with heater, power windows and bumpers.  Magna: Central locking, front fog lamps, standard keyless entry, interior illumination, seat back pockets, vanity mirror, rear AC Vents and battery saver.  Sportz: Tilt steering, push button start/stop, cooled glove box, electrically adjustable mirrors, 2-DIN integrated radio+CD+MP3 player, front & rear speakers, aux-in & USB ports and chrome finish.  Asta: Rear defogger, optional driver & passenger airbags, optional ABS, rear spoiler, alloy wheels, leather wrapped steering wheel, 1 GB internal memory for audio, driver seat height adjuster, adjustable rear seat headrests and steering wheel mounted controls

The Philippine-spec Grand i10 comes in five variants:[18]

 1.0 E (5MT)  1.0 S (5MT)  1.0 S (4AT)  1.0 L (4AT)  1.2 L (4AT)

Marketing and positioning

The Grand i10 is positioned to compete with the Maruti Swift in India and other similar cars in the segment.[32] In the Philippines, the Grand i10 is in competition with the and Toyota Wigo.[33]

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