Segment:
Subcompact Crossover SUV
Target Audience:
Young professionals, small families, urban dwellers
Key Competitors:
Nissan Cube, Honda Fit, Scion xB
Design Philosophy:
Bold, distinctive, urban-friendly styling
Interior Versatility:
Spacious cabin for its class, flexible seating arrangements
Engine Mechanical:
Complete overhaul, component diagnostics, timing, lubrication, cooling
Engine Electrical:
ECU diagnostics, sensor testing, ignition system, fuel injection
Transmission:
Manual & Automatic - overhaul, diagnostics, fluid services
Suspension Steering:
Front & Rear suspension, power steering system, wheel alignment
Brakes:
ABS, hydraulic system, disc & drum components, parking brake
HVAC:
Air conditioning, heating, ventilation system diagnosis and repair
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, lines, emissions control
Exhaust System:
Catalytic converter, muffler, pipework diagnostics
Body Interior:
Panel removal, trim, seating systems
Body Exterior:
Bumpers, doors, hood, tailgate, glass
Electrical Lighting:
Headlights, taillights, interior lighting, wiring diagrams
Safety Systems:
Airbags, seatbelts, SRS system
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, spark plugs
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, symptom-based repairs, fault code interpretation
Repair:
Component removal & installation, engine rebuild, transmission overhaul
Diagnostics:
ECM data interpretation, sensor testing, circuit analysis
Overhaul:
Engine, transmission, steering, brake systems
Adjustment:
Valve clearance, throttle body, parking brake
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive electrical schematics for all systems
Depth:
Factory-level diagnostic and repair procedures
Level:
Advanced diagnostics, complete mechanical and electrical repair
NHTSA Frontal Crash:
4/5 Stars (Driver & Passenger)
NHTSA Side Crash:
5/5 Stars (Front & Rear Seat)
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard (ESC)
Traction Control:
Standard (TCS)
Electronic Brake Force Distribution:
Standard (EBD)
Brake Assist:
Standard (BAS)
Airbags:
Front, Side, Curtain (6 total)
Seatbelts:
3-point with pretensioners and load limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH system
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 105,000 miles (Iridium)
Coolant Flush:
Every 30,000 miles or 24 months
Transmission Fluid Change Auto:
Every 60,000 miles
Transmission Fluid Change Manual:
Every 60,000 miles
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-20, API SN or ILSAC GF-5 compliant
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.2 U.S. quarts (4.0 Liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, OAT (Organic Acid Technology) type, Pink color
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type:
SP-III or equivalent (e.g., Diaqueen SPIII)
Manual Transmission Fluid Type:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90
Engine Timing Chain Rattle:
Can occur at startup, often related to tensioner or guide wear
HVAC Blower Motor Failure:
Blower motor resistor or motor itself can fail prematurely
Suspension Noise:
Worn sway bar links or bushings can cause clunking sounds
Interior Rattles:
Common in early models due to trim fitment
Brand Origins:
South Korea, established 1944
Brand Focus:
Value, reliability, innovative design
First Generation Start:
2008
Model Introduction Year:
2009 (for 2010 model year)
Platform:
Hyundai FB platform (shared with Hyundai i10/i20)
Manufacturing Plant:
Gwangmyeong, South Korea
Market Release:
North America (2009), Europe (2009)