2022 Hyundai Grand i10
The 2022 Hyundai Grand i10 is a popular compact hatchback known for its fuel efficiency, affordability, and surprisingly spacious interior for its class. Available engine options include a 1.2-liter Kappa petrol engine producing around 82 horsepower and 114 Nm of torque and a 1.0-liter petrol engine. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT). Owners often praise its ease of driving in urban environments, compact size, and feature-rich offerings for its price point. Common dislikes include a perceived lack of power, especially when fully loaded, and the AMT transmission’s sometimes jerky shifting.
Engine
1.2L Kappa Petrol Engine
- Engine Misfires/Rough Idling
- Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, rough idling, check engine light illumination. Often related to faulty ignition coils.
- Solution: Replace faulty ignition coils.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
- Recalls: None Found
- Oxygen Sensor Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Check engine light on, poor fuel economy, rough running engine.
- Solution: Replace faulty oxygen sensor.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $400+
- Recalls: None Found
1.0L Petrol Engine
No Issues Found
Transmission
5-Speed Manual Transmission
No Issues Found
5-Speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT)
- Jerky Shifting
- Description/Symptoms: Abrupt gear changes, particularly in lower gears. Lack of smoothness compared to a traditional automatic transmission.
- Solution: Software update to transmission control module (TCM) may improve shift quality. In some cases, clutch or actuator replacement may be necessary.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: Software update may be free or low cost at a dealership. Clutch/actuator replacement $500 - $1200+
- Recalls: None Found
Suspension
- Premature Bushing Wear
- Description/Symptoms: Clunking noises from suspension, especially over bumps. Reduced handling precision.
- Solution: Replace worn suspension bushings (control arm bushings, stabilizer bar bushings).
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+ per axle depending on bushing location.
- Recalls: None Found
Electrical
- Infotainment System Freezing/Rebooting
- Description/Symptoms: The infotainment screen freezes or reboots unexpectedly.
- Solution: Software update to the infotainment system. In some cases, replacing the unit may be necessary.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: Software update may be free or low cost at a dealership. Replacement $300 - $800+
- Recalls: None Found
- Battery Drain
- Description/Symptoms: Car battery drains quickly, especially when the car is not used for a few days.
- Solution: Diagnosis to identify parasitic drain. Potential causes include faulty door actuators, modules not shutting down correctly, or aftermarket accessories.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ depending on the source of the drain.
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- Poor Quality Door Handle
- Description/Symptoms: Door handles are reported as cheap and flimsy feeling.
- Solution: Replacement with OEM or aftermarket handles.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $50-$200
- Recalls: None Found
Interior
- Rattling Noises from Dashboard/Door Panels
- Description/Symptoms: Annoying rattling or buzzing sounds coming from the dashboard or door panels, especially on rough roads.
- Solution: Locate and secure the source of the rattle. May involve adding foam padding or tightening loose fasteners.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $50-$200+ if professionally diagnosed.
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2022 Hyundai Grand i10 generally experiences issues typical of budget-friendly compact cars. The most common complaints revolve around the AMT transmission’s jerky shifting and potential electrical glitches with the infotainment system. Engine issues are generally limited to minor problems like ignition coil or oxygen sensor failures on the 1.2L engine. Suspension bushing wear can also lead to premature replacement. While some issues like the jerky AMT transmission can be irritating, the overall cost of repairs appears to be moderate.