Used Hyundai i10 Bonnet Strut

The Hyundai i10 does use bonnet struts (gas struts) to hold the bonnet open, rather than a traditional prop rod, so these are a genuine and commonly replaced part on the car. This applies across both the second generation (2013–2019) and third generation (2019-onwards) i10. If your bonnet no longer stays up on its own, a worn or failed bonnet strut is the most likely culprit.

Both the 2014 and 2017 i10 fall within the second generation (2013–2019), which received a facelift around 2016–2017 that brought changes to the front-end styling including the grille and lights. The bonnet strut itself is a mechanical fitment tied to the bonnet hinge and body aperture rather than the cosmetic front-end, so fitment is generally consistent across the second generation, but you should confirm with the breaker against your registration to be sure the pre- and post-facelift bonnet geometry hasn't changed.

The first generation i10 (2007–2013) and the second generation (2013–2019) are built on different platforms with different bonnets and bodywork, so the struts are not expected to be interchangeable. Always source a strut from the correct generation matching your car's registration.

Trim level does not affect bonnet strut fitment on the i10 — trims such as Classic, SE, Premium, and SE Connect all share the same bonnet and strut mounting points within a generation. The strut you need is determined by generation and facelift period, not by which trim your car is. You may notice minor cosmetic differences around the engine bay on higher trims, but the strut itself will be the same part.

The third generation i10 launched in 2019, so both a 2019 and a 2021 car sit within the same generation and the struts should be compatible. That said, confirm with the breaker using your registration, as early and later production vehicles within a generation can occasionally have minor specification differences.

Engine type makes no difference to bonnet strut fitment on the i10 — the strut is attached to the bodyshell and bonnet, not the drivetrain or engine. Simply match the part to your car's generation and check with the breaker against your registration number to confirm.