The Hyundai i10 has an additional variant in Malaysia, which is equipped with the more modern and powerful twin cam 1.25 liter Kappa family engine, supplementing the 1.1-litre SOHC and does not replace it in the Malaysian line-up.

The engine complies with Euro 4 emissions regulations and produces 80 PS and 112Nm of torque compared to the 1.1-litre Epsilon single cam engine’s 66PS.

New aluminium alloy Kappa engine has two available version, one is a lower powered 1,197cc with a shorter stroke, but we are getting the European spec 1,248cc version, hence the 1.25 liter displacement instead of just 1.2 liter.

All Kappa engines are twin cam, 16 valves, use distributor less ignition, lightweight ECOFORM pistons, and feature an EPS power steering system. The engine is mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The i10 (1.25l Kappa) is CKD assembled and is priced at RM49, 688 (OTR) for the standard spec and RM52, 688 (OTR) for the high spec (adds 2 airbags and ABS brakes) in West Malaysia and comes with a 5 years warranty or 300,000km extended warranty.

The Kappa model also has two exclusive colours not available on the 1.1 liter – Oyster Grey and Deep Sea Blue.