Comparison: Turning circle Hyundai i10 vs. competitors 2024

The Hyundai i10, a small city car that punches well above its weight, has always been known for its impressive manoeuvrability, particularly when it comes to its turning circle. This feature is especially important for navigating tight city streets and parking in crowded areas. So, how does the latest Hyundai i10 hold up in the turning circle department, and how has this element evolved over the years? Let's take a trip down the twisty lanes of i10 history and stack it up against its Hyundai siblings and other close competitors.

Hyundai i10 - How has the turning circle changed over the generations?

Initially introduced in 2008, the first-generation Hyundai i10 boasted a turning circle of 9.50 meters. Even after its first facelift, which ran until 2013, this figure remained unchanged. With the arrival of the second generation in 2013, Hyundai made a slight tweak, and the turning circle increased to 9.60 meters, continuing through the first facelift until 2019. With the launch of the third generation in 2020, the turning circle expanded once again to 9.80 meters and has remained steady through the facelifted version currently available. It appears that as the i10 has evolved, its agility has been dialled back a tad to accommodate likely larger overall dimensions and broader features.

Hyundai i10 generations

(Turning circle)
Hyundai i10 generations
Generation yearTurning circle
i10, Model year 2008 (1.Generation)9.5 m
i10, Model year 2011 (1.Generation (1. Facelift))9.5 m
i10, Model year 2013 (2.Generation)9.6 m
i10, Model year 2017 (2.Generation (1. Facelift))9.6 m
i10, Model year 2020 (3.Generation)9.8 m
i10, Model year 2023 (i10 3. Generation (1. Facelift))9.8 m
The difference in Turning circle between first generation (1.Generation) from 2008 and last generation (i10 3. Generation (1. Facelift)) from 2023 is 0.3 m.
The turning circle of the current generation of i10 is 9.8 m.

The turning circle compared to other Hyundai models

In the hierarchy of Hyundai's line-up, the i10's turning circle keeps it snugly at the sportier end of the spectrum, especially when you look at its more robust siblings like the Hyundai Bayon, i20, and Kona, all of which flaunt turning circles of 10.40 meters. Moving up to the larger Hyundai models, such as the Tucson and Santa Fe, you'll find even beefier turning circles of 10.90 and 11.40 meters respectively. Compared to these hefty haulers, the i10 remains the nimblest of the bunch, making it an ideal choice for urban environments where every centimeter counts.

Hyundai i10 vs other current cars by Hyundai

(Turning circle)
Turning circle: i10 vs. other models by Hyundai
Variant nameTurning circle
i10 9.8 m
i20 10.4 m
i20 N 10.4 m
Bayon 10.4 m
i30 10.6 m
i30 Fastback 10.6 m
i30 Kombi 10.6 m
Kona 10.6 m
Kona Elektro 10.6 m
Kona N 10.6 m
Tucson 10.9 m
Nexo 11.2 m
Santa Fe 11.4 m
i30 N 11.6 m
i30 N Fastback 11.6 m
IONIQ 6 11.8 m
Staria 11.9 m
IONIQ 5 12 m
IONIQ 5 N 12 m

How does the turning circle of the Hyundai i10 compare to it's nearest competitors?

But where does the i10 stand against its pint-sized peers? Let's size it up. Rivals like the Ford EcoSport and Fiat Idea both sport turning circles of 10.60 and 10.40 meters respectively, making the i10’s 9.80 meters look rather sheepish. On the other hand, the tighter 10.00 meters circle of the Suzuki Liana and MG ZR are worth a mention, yet still not quite matching the nimbleness of the i10. When size matters, the i10 clearly stands out, making a U-turn in a hoverboard-like fashion compared to its competitors, holding a slight edge in urban agility with its more compact turning circle.

Hyundai i10 vs. similar cars

(Turning circle)
Turning circle: Hyundai i10 vs. similar cars
Car modelTurning circle
Estrima Birò 20225.5 m
ARI Motors 452/802 20196.5 m
Fiat Topolino 20237.2 m
Citroen Ami 20247.2 m
ARI Motors Soleno 20247.4 m
ARI Motors 902 20237.9 m
Aixam Ambition 20238 m
Ligier Myli 20239 m
Daewoo Nexia 19959.8 m
Hyundai i10 20239.8 m
Ford Ka+ 201810 m
Alpine A290 202410.2 m
Rover 45 200410.4 m
Hyundai Bayon 202110.4 m
BYD Dolphin 202310.5 m
VW T-Cross 201910.6 m
KIA XCeed 201910.6 m
VW Taigo 202110.6 m
Mazda CX-30 201910.6 m
Opel Grandland 202210.7 m
Skoda Kamiq 201910.8 m
Suzuki S-Cross 202210.8 m
SsangYong Torres 202310.8 m
Toyota Prius 200411 m
GWM ORA 03 202411.2 m
Renault Austral 202211.4 m
Alfa Romeo 147 200511.5 m
Nissan Townstar 202211.8 m

Similar cars


Compare with ...

TOPlist