Owner reviews for the Hyundai Atoz
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Overall rating 4.5/5
You'll notice the Hyundai Atoz, with its tall, boxy design and surprising interior space. Well-regarded for its nimble city driving, this compact city car is great for day-to-day motoring.
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Overall rating 4.5/5First launched in the UK in 1998, the Hyundai Atoz is a five-door city car offering a high driving position and impressive visibility, with a roomier cabin than expected for its size. Owners praise its value, simplicity, and reliability, making it a solid choice for an unfussy car that's easy to park. Produced until 2001 and succeeded by models like the i10, the Atoz competes with cars such as the Renault Kwid and Suzuki Celerio but usually offers more space and trouble-free ownership. While out-of-town driving can be bumpy, it excels in town and city driving.
The Hyundai Atoz was built with essential safety features for its era, such as driver airbags. It won't match the advanced safety systems found in more modern cars. Side airbags aren't standard either – something to keep in mind for family use.
The Hyundai Atoz has a single engine option: a 1.0-litre petrol unit producing 55bhp. It's fine for quick journeys around town, but it can struggle on quicker roads.
Standard equipment includes a basic radio cassette player and power steering. Upgrading to the next trim adds air conditioning and electric front windows. Being an older car, it lacks modern features like Bluetooth or touchscreen displays, focusing instead on simplicity.
The Hyundai Atoz’s 1.0-litre petrol engine typically returns around 44mpg, making it relatively cheap to run for town journeys and shorter commutes.
When shopping for an Atoz, inspect for head gasket issues and check for signs of oil leaks, especially near the transmission. Listen for any engine misfires and check the condition of ignition coils and the water pump. To ease the buying process, consider using The AA Vehicle Inspection service.
The Atoz is generally reliable for its age group, though it doesn't perform as well as some of Honda's other models. If neglected, it can require expensive repairs. But with regular maintenance, most cars do well.