Used Hyundai i20 Parking Sensor

Parking sensors were available as a factory-fitted option on certain i20 variants, typically on higher trim levels such as Premium and SE Nav rather than entry-level trims like Classic or Play. If your i20 did not come with them from the factory, the bumper may lack the pre-drilled holes, meaning a direct OEM swap may not be straightforward. Always check your specific registration with the breaker to confirm whether your car left the factory sensor-ready.

The first-generation i20 ran from 2008 to 2014, and the second generation launched in 2014 with a facelift around 2018 — these are entirely different body shells with different bumper designs, so the sensors and sensor housings are not a straight swap. The sensor units themselves (the cylindrical transducers) may share similar diameters in some cases, but the wiring loom, ECU, and bumper cut-outs differ between generations. Confirm the exact part numbers with the breaker against your registration before purchasing.

Both years sit within the second-generation i20, but the 2018 facelift brought exterior and trim changes that may affect bumper design and sensor housing fitment. The sensor transducers may be compatible, but the control module and loom connections could differ across the facelift boundary. Route this question to the breaker with both registration numbers to confirm whether the part will plug straight in.

Engine choice does not affect parking sensor fitment — the sensors relate to the bumper and PDC control module, not the drivetrain. Trim level can matter indirectly because higher trims like Premium or SE Nav were more likely to have factory-fit sensors, meaning the wiring loom is already present, whereas lower trims may need additional components if retro-fitting. If you are buying a used sensor assembly, the key details to confirm with the breaker are the generation and whether the donor car had factory-fitted sensors.

The sensor transducers are small cylindrical units and some may share the same diameter across Hyundai models, but the control module, wiring loom, and bumper cut-out dimensions are model-specific. Cross-model fitment is not something that can be confirmed as standard, and you should not assume compatibility even within the Hyundai range. Give the breaker both registration numbers and ask them to compare part numbers before committing to a purchase.

Let the breaker know your full registration, whether your car currently has factory-fitted sensors (check for small circular grommets or holes in the bumper), and whether you need the front, rear, or both. It is also worth confirming whether you need just the sensor transducers or the full kit including the control module and loom, as mixing components from different donor cars can cause compatibility issues. The more information you provide upfront, the better chance the breaker has of matching you to the correct parts.