How reliable is the Hyundai Ix20?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Hyundai Ix20 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. 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.
Above average reliability
Based on 9,305 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 88.9%.
Hyundai Ix20 reliability by year
How the Hyundai Ix20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.2% | – |
| 2011 | 64.1% | – |
| 2012 | 65.7% | – |
| 2013 | 67.9% | – |
| 2014 | 73.1% | – |
| 2015 | 82.4% | – |
| 2016 | 85.9% | – |
| 2017 | 88.9% | 42,456 km |
| 2018 | 93.4% | 38,148 km |
| 2019 | 93.7% | 36,097 km |
| 2020 | 95.8% | 26,694 km |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Hyundai Ix20 as a model. The reliability of any individual Hyundai Ix20 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 Ix20 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Hyundai Ix20 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 89%. 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 Ix20?
The most common owner-reported issues are: a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.5% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1% of inspections); Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (0.8% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (0.7% of inspections); A tyre cords visible or damaged (0.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Hyundai Ix20?
For a typical Hyundai Ix20, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, 42,456 km 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 Ix20 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.