Hyundai i20 Extended Car Warranty
What Happens After the Hyundai i20’s Factory Warranty Ends
The Hyundai i20 is a premium-feel compact hatch. The current generation was facelifted and relaunched in South Africa on 5 July 2024 with a new design and updated equipment, at an entry price R23,600 below the outgoing model.
This page sets out the factory cover, the engines and trims, what is and isn’t documented about problems, and how an extended motor warranty fits in.
Hyundai i20 Factory Warranty and Service Plan — What You Started With
- Vehicle warranty: 5 years / 150,000 km, plus a 2-year / 50,000 km powertrain warranty
- Service plan: 4 years / 60,000 km
- Roadside assistance: 7 years / 150,000 km
The powertrain extension covers only the powertrain, so electronics, suspension and the rest fall back to the 5-year / 150,000 km cover. Confirm the terms on your car with a Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai i20: Engines and Trims (2024 Facelift)
| 1.2 Premium / Executive | 1.4 Premium / Executive | 1.0T N Line | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated: 61 kW / 115 Nm | 1.4-litre naturally aspirated: 73 kW / 133 Nm | 1.0-litre turbo: 90 kW / 172 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Claimed fuel use | 5.9 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km |
| Airbags | Premium: two (Executive not stated) | Same | Six |
| Launch pricing (July 2024) | R309,900 / R329,900 | R329,900 / R349,900 | R467,500 |
Launch prices only. The Executive adds 16-inch alloys, a wireless charger and a full-size spare. A facelift doesn’t change the terms on an i20 you already own.
Known Hyundai i20 Problems to Date
We found no South African buyer’s guide with a documented fault list for the i20, and no recall, so we don’t publish an invented one. We quote no repair costs.
Three different drivetrains
A used i20 may have the manual 1.2, the 1.4 with a conventional 6-speed automatic, or the 1.0 turbo with a dual-clutch gearbox. The turbo DCT is the most complex and has no published South African fault record yet. Confirm which drivetrain a car has before relying on general advice.
Safety specification
Premium trims are listed with two airbags, and the N Line with six. Check the equipment on the exact car you are buying.
Compiled from launch coverage and price pages up to October 2026. Sources: TopAuto (2024 i20 launch); TopAuto (i20 prices). No i20 fault list or recall was found. Details can change — confirm with a Hyundai dealer.
Why Hyundai i20 Owners Choose an Extended Warranty
The 5-year / 150,000 km warranty is long, but the powertrain extension does not cover electronics or suspension, and older i20s are already out of cover. An extended motor warranty keeps repair costs predictable once that cover ends. It is subject to its own terms and exclusions — ask Cheryl what applies to your i20.
What’s covered
Engine & Internals
All internal engine components, turbocharger (T-GDI), timing chain and head gasket.
Transmission
Manual, automatic and dual-clutch gearbox internal components.
Fuel System
Injectors, fuel pump and fuel-pressure components.
Electrical & ECU
Engine management, ABS, sensors and electronic control modules.
Cooling System
Water pump, thermostat, radiator and coolant hoses.
Steering & Suspension
Electric power steering, wheel bearings and suspension components.
24/7 Roadside Assistance
Nationwide towing, emergency fuel, lockout and accommodation benefits.
Monthly or Once-Off — Your Choice
Protect your i20 with a Monthly Motor Warranty from R246/month with flexible payments and no long-term commitment, or a Once-Off Warranty Plan providing 24 months of cover paid upfront — no waiting period, no monthly commitment.
Am I eligible?
Your i20 qualifies if:
- Under 200 000 km at time of application
- No older than 15 model years
- Private or light commercial use
- Verifiable full or partial service history
Not sure if your i20 qualifies? Ask Cheryl — she can confirm in one call.
Also available for your i20
Many owners combine their warranty with a service plan for complete cover: