Many engines in the Hyundai i20 have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. These usually never need to be replaced. On this page you will find a list of Hyundai i20 engines that have a cam chain.
You will also find information about which engines that have a timing belt.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2009 to 2020.
The timing chains in Hyundai i20 are known to last very well as long as service and oil changes are handled.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
This can occur if, for example, the car has not been serviced properly.
If you are considering buying a used Hyundai i20, make sure that the oil changes are made according to the car’s interval.
Hyundai i20 engines with a timing chain
Here you will find different engines in Hyundai i20 that have a timing chain. I have divided the information into different tables according to each generation and model year.
Hyundai i20 2009 – 2012
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2009 and 2012.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Hyundai i20 1.2 2009 – 2012 | 77 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.4 2009 – 2012 | 101 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.4 CRDi 2009 – 2012 | 90 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.6 CRDi 2009 – 2012 | 116 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 2013 – 2015
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2013 and 2015.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Hyundai i20 1.2 2013 – 2015 | 86 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.4 2013 – 2015 | 101 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.1 CRDi blue 2013 – 2015 | 75 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 2015 – 2018
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2015 and 2018.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Hyundai i20 1.2 2015 – 2018 | 84 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI blue 2015 – 2018 | 100 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.4 2015 – 2018 | 101 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI blue 2015 – 2018 | 120 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.1 CRDi 2015 – 2018 | 75 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.4 CRDi blue 2015 – 2018 | 90 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 2018 – 2020
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2018 and 2020.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Hyundai i20 1.2 2018 – 2020 | 75 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.2 2018 – 2020 | 84 hp | Timing chain |
Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI blue 2018 – 2020 | 100 hp | Timing chain |
Does the Hyundai i20 have a timing chain or timing belt?
Most engines in the Hyundai i20 have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. As long as you take care of service and oil changes, the timing chains in Hyundai i20 are known to last very well.