Hyundai i10 2008 1.25

Hyundai i10 2008 1.2 petrol description

Hatchback Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 78 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Hyundai i10 2008 - 2011 version and torque 118 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Hyundai i10 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.

Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 164 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 fuel consumption is 5 litres per 100km (20 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 6.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 35 litres or 9.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Hyundai real everyday fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100 km, which is 30% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Hyundai i10 fuel consumption.

Hyundai i10 safety

During safety testing Hyundai i10 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Hyundai i10 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Hyundai i10 got three stars.

With the same engine there is also Hyundai i10 version with automatic gearbox (Hyundai i10 2008 1.2 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.6 seconds later (in 14.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 5.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km.
Hyundai i10 1.2 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Hyundai i10 2008

Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 technical data

Model: Hyundai i10 1.25
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2008. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1248 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 119 g/km
Power: 78 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 118 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 164 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.0 (combined) 6.3 (urban) 4.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100km (36.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 35 litres (9.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.57m (length) 1.60m (width) 1.55m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.5 meters
Trunk capacity: 225 litres
Trunk max capacity: 910 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1415 kg

Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 engine G4LA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1248 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 71 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78.8 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Hyundai i10 2008 1.25 oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) More service info
Power 78 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 118 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on Hyundai i20

All Hyundai i10 hatchback [2008 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Hyundai i10 2008 1.1 1.1 Petrol 65 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Hyundai i10 2008 1.1 Jan 2008 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.1 Petrol 67 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Hyundai i10 2008 1.1 CRDi Jan 2008 — Dec 2010 1.1 Diesel 75 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Hyundai i10 2008 1.25

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 12.8 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.2 Petrol 78 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Hyundai i10 2008 1.2 Jan 2008 — Dec 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (78 HP)

1.2 Petrol 78 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Hyundai i10 2008 reviews
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