Warranty depends on servicing
Kia’s seven-year warranty and Hyundai’s five-year warranty transfer to the next owner, but missing services can affect a claim. Check the history is complete.
Used Kia and Hyundai inspection
Kia and Hyundai pre-purchase inspection
Kia and Hyundai have strong reputations and long warranties, and the warranty is often part of why people buy. It only counts if the car has been serviced properly, so history matters as much as condition.
We inspect used Kias and Hyundais, including EVs and hybrids, at dealers and private sellers.
Known problems
What goes wrong on a used Kia and Hyundai
Common on Kia Picanto, Ceed, Sportage, Niro and Hyundai i10, i20, i30, Tucson, Kona. Not every car has these faults. They're what we look for.
Dual-clutch gearbox
The seven-speed DCT used in models like the Tucson and Sportage can judder at low speed.
Carbon build-up on GDi petrols
Direct-injection petrol engines can build up carbon over time, causing rough running.
Diesel DPF
Diesels used mainly for short trips can clog the particulate filter.
Kona Electric battery recall
Some Hyundai Kona Electric models were recalled for battery replacement. Check it has been done.
Our inspection
What we check on every used Kia and Hyundai
On top of our standard checklist of up to 180 points.
- Service history against the warranty schedule
- DCT behaviour in slow traffic
- Engine smoothness and misfires
- OBD2 scan for stored and cleared codes
- Recall status
- Battery health and charging on EVs and hybrids
Prices
Kia and Hyundai inspection prices
Fixed prices, the same for every make and model.
Basic110-point · No road test£69.99
Full135-point · Road test up to 10 miles£99.99
Premium160-point · Road test up to 15 miles£139.99
Ultimate180-point · Road test up to 20 miles£169.99
Questions
Kia and Hyundai inspection FAQs
Does the Kia seven-year warranty transfer to me?
Yes, it transfers to the new owner for the rest of its term, subject to Kia’s terms, including servicing. We check the history so you know what you’re getting.
Are used Kia and Hyundai cars reliable?
Generally, yes. The individual car still matters: we often find worn tyres, brakes and suspension, and cars with crash repairs.
How much does a used Kia and Hyundai inspection cost?
From £69.99 for Basic up to £169.99 for Ultimate. The price is fixed, with no travel charge, in London.
Can you inspect a used Kia and Hyundai at the dealer or a private seller?
Yes. The inspector comes to wherever the car is, on a forecourt or at the seller’s home or workplace. You don’t need to be there.
RevXpress is an independent inspection company and isn't connected to Kia and Hyundai. Faults listed are common patterns reported for these cars, not a sign that any particular car has them.
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