Overview and Common Failures
The model in a single body, a five-door hatchback, was sold in Europe from 2008 to 2014.
Initially, there were two petrol engines and one diesel available, with a choice between manual and automatic transmissions:
PETROL OPTIONS:
- 1.0-liter K10B engine with 65 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque, compatible with a 5-speed manual gearbox MF60B.
- 1.2-liter K12B engine with 86 horsepower and 114 Nm of torque, available with either a 5-speed manual gearbox MF60B or a 4-speed automatic gearbox AW80-40LS.
DIESEL OPTION:
- 1.3-liter D13AA engine with 75 horsepower and 190 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox MF70C.
In 2010, the petrol engines were updated to Euro 5 standard, and the diesel option was discontinued:
PETROL OPTIONS:
- 1.0-liter K10B engine with 68 horsepower and 90 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox MF60B.
- 1.2-liter K12B engine with 94 horsepower and 118 Nm of torque, available with either a 5-speed manual gearbox MF60B or a 4-speed automatic gearbox AW80-40LS.
Faults
Frequent issues with this model include premature wear of the standard support bearings, poor sealing of headlights leading to fogging in humid weather, and inadequate sound insulation in the engine compartment.
On the other hand, rarely encountered problems include thin body metal, making it susceptible to dents from minor impacts, and susceptibility of the exhaust pipe to severe corrosion.
Buyers should consider these factors when evaluating this model and ensure appropriate maintenance to minimize potential issues in the future.