How reliable is the Hyundai Getz?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Hyundai Getz passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Below average reliability
Based on 11,187 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 64.7%.
Hyundai Getz reliability by year
How the Hyundai Getz performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 92.4% | – |
| 2002 | 91.4% | – |
| 2003 | 92.9% | 72,493 km |
| 2004 | 58% | – |
| 2005 | 59.6% | – |
| 2006 | 63.2% | – |
| 2007 | 64.7% | – |
| 2008 | 64.7% | – |
| 2009 | 65.6% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Hyundai Getz as a model. The reliability of any individual Hyundai Getz also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai Getz reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Hyundai Getz passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 65%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Hyundai Getz?
The most common owner-reported issues are: Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.7% of inspections); A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.5% of inspections); A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.8% of inspections); A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.8% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Hyundai Getz?
For a typical Hyundai Getz, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Hyundai Getz before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.