Hyundai i40 buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Hyundai i40 costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 108 for sale right now.
Our take on the Hyundai i40
A 2019 Hyundai i40 typically advertises at €13,000 and a 2014 one at €5,500, so it loses roughly 16% of its value a year at that age, faster than most cars. Most for sale are diesels (100%), which suit longer, regular drives; for mostly short trips a petrol is the safer buy. At the NCT, the 2012–2016 cars fail more often than other cars the same year, so a fresh NCT is worth paying a little more for. Every one with a known engine has the 1.7 diesel, and it usually lasts around 320k km.
Check a Hyundai i40's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Hyundai i40 prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | €13,000 | 164k km | 5 |
| 2018 | €13,950 | 179k km | 6 |
| 2017 | €7,950 | 227k km | 19 |
| 2016 | €8,000 | 205k km | 26 |
| 2015 | €7,450 | 183k km | 14 |
| 2014 | €5,500 | 234k km | 16 |
| 2013 | €4,500 | 261k km | 13 |
| 2012 | €3,700 | 218k km | 9 |
Hyundai i40 NCT pass rate
How often Hyundai i40s pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 72% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 69% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 60% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 49% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 41% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 39% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 35% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 33% | 42% |
Most common reasons a 2016 Hyundai i40 fails: lights & electrics (21.8% of tests, more than most cars), brake test (rollers) (14.8% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (14.1% of tests), brakes (12.9% of tests, more than most cars).
Cheap fixes before the NCT (eBay.ie): Bulbs for the Hyundai i40Brake pads for the Hyundai i40Tyre tread depth gauge
Common Hyundai i40 problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Clutch / dual mass flywheel wear (CRDi) · €700–€1,200
High biting point, slipping in higher gears or judder pulling off.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€270 | 55 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts and upgrades for the Hyundai i40
Parts for the Hyundai i40 on eBay.ie
New and used parts from Irish and UK sellers. Check the part number or fit before you buy.
Brake padsCheck front or rear, and the disc size if there are twoSee on eBay.ie →
Brake discsReplace in pairs, with new padsSee on eBay.ie →
Oil filterChange it at every oil serviceSee on eBay.ie →
Wiper bladesSplit or smearing blades can fail the NCTSee on eBay.ie →
BulbsA blown bulb is an easy NCT failSee on eBay.ie →
BatteryCheck the size and terminal layoutSee on eBay.ie →
OBD2 fault code readerReads engine fault codes on your phoneSee on eBay.ie →Example photos, not the exact product (Wikimedia Commons): Treemonster86, CC BY-SA 3.0; Tharish, CC BY-SA 3.0; Dvortygirl, CC BY-SA 3.0; Wesha, Public domain; Mib18, CC BY-SA 3.0; Cjp24, CC BY-SA 4.0; Arp, Public domain.
Upgrades for the Hyundai i40
Popular add-ons. The mats are made for this model; the rest fit most cars. More car accessories →
Floor matsMade to fit the Hyundai i40See on eBay.ie →
CarPlay screenAdds Apple CarPlay (and usually Android Auto) to a car without it: sits on the dashSee on eBay.ie →
Wireless CarPlay adapterFor cars that already have CarPlay with a cableSee on eBay.ie →
Reversing cameraMakes parking easier; some CarPlay screens come with oneSee on eBay.ie →
Phone holderKeeps your phone off your lap for directionsSee on eBay.ie →
Dash camFootage settles insurance arguments quicklySee on eBay.ie →Example photos, not the exact product (Wikimedia Commons): Keystones, CC BY-SA 3.0; Butterhimmel, CC BY-SA 4.0; Sunnyboy122, CC0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/banoootah_qtr/, CC BY 2.0; Shixart1985, CC BY 2.0; Ellin Beltz, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Before you buy a used Hyundai i40
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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