Hyundai Solaris HCR
Hyundai Solaris HCr is built around a familiar Hyundai formula: a front-wheel-drive sedan, two petrol engines and a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. In this 2020 configuration set, the choice is Kappa 1.4/G4LC with 100 hp or Gamma 1.6/G4FG with 123 hp — a concise line-up whose ownership character is defined by the engine in front of you.
G4LC calls for a careful look at cold-start timing-chain noise, compression and cylinder condition. With G4FG, stored codes, catalyst efficiency and cylinder condition deserve the closer inspection when oil use or a mechanical noise is reported.
A good Solaris is not an abstract reliability label: it is an individual car with a clear service history and diagnostic results that can be checked.
Known issues
Sorted by severity. Tap an issue to reveal the relevant details and what to check.
Engines & reliability
Tap a row to filter the issues to that engine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- ☐Inspect cylinders endoscopically and check compression before approving engine work
- ☐Read stored codes and diagnose catalyst efficiency before approving a catalyst or engine repair
Maintenance
Key service intervals — vary by engine and driving conditions.