Hyundai Repair Costs
24 repair prices for Hyundai in Australia (AUD)
| Repair | Total |
|---|---|
| Wheel Alignment | $76-$152 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $95-$285 |
| Tyre Replacement (per tyre) | $100-$250 |
| Rear Brake Pad Replacement | $117-$337 |
| Air Conditioning Regas | $120-$250 |
| Car Battery Replacement | $142-$380 |
| Engine Oil & Filter Change | $142-$285 |
| Transmission Fluid Change | $142-$380 |
| rear-brake-pad-replacement | $150-$500 |
| Front Brake Pad Replacement | $180-$450 |
| Windscreen Replacement | $190-$570 |
| front-brake-pad-replacement | $200-$500 |
| Water Pump Replacement | $250-$600 |
| Shock Absorber Replacement | $285-$665 |
| Radiator Replacement | $285-$855 |
| Rear Brake Pads & Rotors | $292-$487 |
| Alternator Replacement | $380-$855 |
| Strut Replacement (per strut) | $380-$760 |
| Front Brake Pads & Rotors | $450-$650 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $500-$1000 |
| Clutch Replacement | $760-$1425 |
| Timing Chain Replacement | $1425-$2850 |
| Head Gasket Replacement | $1700-$2800 |
| CVT Transmission Repair | $1900-$4750 |
Common Repairs for Hyundai
Mechanic's Verdict: Hyundai
The Theta II GDI engine is a time bomb — before buying, check the VIN against the engine class-action and recall list. The non-GDI MPI engines are far more reliable.
Rating: cost-to-own after 100,000 km, Australia independent-shop pricing.
Hyundai ownership & common problems
What is Hyundai's warranty in Australia?
7 years / unlimited km (recently upgraded from 5 to match Kia, MG, Chery, GWM). Condition: all services must be done at an authorised Hyundai dealer, otherwise cover reverts to 5 years.
How much does Hyundai service cost?
Lifetime capped-price servicing covers every Hyundai from 1986 onward. A Venue costs about $1,545 over 5 years (~$259 per 12-month/15,000 km service). Intervals are 12 months / 10,000-15,000 km.
What are the most common Hyundai repairs?
Theta II 2.0L/2.4L GDI connecting-rod bearing failure (machining debris left in the block) is the major one — there is an active Australian class action covering 2011-onwards vehicles, with symptoms of engine knock, low oil pressure and stalling. Hyundai and Kia are also under investigation in Australia for engine fires. Avoid GDI turbo engines; the MPI naturally-aspirated engines are the safe pick.
How much do Hyundai i30 brake pads cost in Australia?
Hyundai i30 front brake pads cost $150-$350 per axle (parts + labour) at an independent shop — among the cheapest in the medium-car class because i30 shares its platform with the Kia Cerato, so pad availability is excellent and aftermarket options are plentiful. Rear pads are slightly cheaper at $120-$280. Add rotors at $200-$380 per pair if they're worn or grooved. The i30's non-turbr MPI brakes are gentle on rotors — one set of pads usually lasts 60,000-80,000 km.