Used Hyundai i20 for sale in Europe

About the Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a small hatchback that sits in the supermini class, below the i30. It has been sold in Europe since 2008 and has gone through three generations. It suits drivers who want a compact car for town use that still has enough space and comfort for motorway trips.

Most examples are five-door hatchbacks. Three-door versions exist, and the second generation also added the i20 Coupe and the raised i20 Active. Engines are mostly small petrol units, with diesels on older cars and some turbocharged and mild-hybrid petrols on newer ones.

Our listings also include cars running on LPG or CNG. These are usually converted or adapted examples, so the documents matter. Trim levels and equipment vary a lot between countries, so compare the full spec of each car.

Generations

• First generation, PB (2008-2014) — The original i20 came with small petrol and diesel engines, and it received a facelift around 2012.
• Second generation, GB (2014-2020) — A redesigned car with a wider engine range, later including a turbocharged 1.0-litre petrol, and a facelift in 2018.
• Third generation, BC3 (2020-present) — A sharper-styled model with a newer interior, offered with 1.0-litre turbo petrol engines including a mild-hybrid option, plus the sportier i20 N.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. The overall median is €12,500. A 2012 car has a median of €3,900 and a 2018 car has a median of €8,900. Cars from 2026 reach a median of €21,800. Within each year, trim level, engine, fuel type and mileage move the price noticeably, and prices differ between countries. Compare several cars of the same year and specification before drawing conclusions. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Hyundai i20

Start with the service history and a cold start, then take a test drive that includes town driving and a faster road. Compare the VIN across the documents and the car, and ask a dealer about any open service actions.

• Service history and records

  Look for regular oil changes at the intervals in the handbook, stamps or invoices, and signs of consistent ownership. Small engines on short trips depend on fresh oil. Gaps in the record are a reason to ask questions or adjust your offer.

• Clutch, suspension and brakes

  Check for a clutch that bites very high or slips, knocks from the front suspension over bumps, and uneven brake wear. Town-driven cars tend to wear these parts. Also check tyre wear for signs of poor alignment.

• Diesel particulate filter use · Diesel engines

  Diesel cars used mainly for short trips can have clogged particulate filters or EGR valves. Check for warning lights, rough running or smoke, and ask how the car was used. A long test drive helps show how it behaves.

• Turbo engine health · 1.0 T-GDi petrol

  Listen for whistling or rattling from the turbo, check for smoke on acceleration, and confirm oil changes were done on time. A turbo engine is more sensitive to old or low oil, so records matter.

• Dual-clutch gearbox behaviour · Third generation with dual-clutch gearbox

  Where a dual-clutch automatic is fitted, test it in slow traffic and when pulling away on a slope. Watch for judder, hesitation or jerky shifts, and check that the service history includes any gearbox work.

• Mild-hybrid system checks · Mild-hybrid versions

  On mild-hybrid cars, make sure no hybrid or engine warning lights stay on after starting. Check that the stop-start system works normally and ask whether the 12V and 48V systems have had any repairs.

• Gas system documentation · LPG and CNG cars

  For LPG or CNG cars, ask for the conversion papers, installer details and the latest inspection record for the gas tank and system. Check for gas smell, and confirm the car switches fuels smoothly.

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