Interesting Facts About the Hyundai i10 IA
The Hyundai i10 debuted as a city car in 2007 and began production in 2008, taking over from the older Hyundai Atos. The IA badge marks the second‑generation model that was built from 2013 to 2019 in Turkey for the European market.
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Generation Shift – From PA to IA
The original i10 (generation PA) ran from 2007 to 2013, after which Hyundai launched the second‑generation i10 (BA/IA) in 2013. This IA version continued production until 2019, representing a clear generational upgrade.
Turkish Production Hub
The IA‑badged i10 was manufactured at Hyundai’s new plant in İzmit, Kocaeli, Turkey, specifically to serve European customers. This move highlighted Hyundai’s strategy of localizing production for key markets.
Replacing the Atos Legacy
When the i10 entered the market, it was designed to replace Hyundai’s older Atos model. The transition marked Hyundai’s commitment to modernizing its city‑car lineup with fresh design and engineering.
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