Hyundai Getz — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
A simple, highly reliable supermini that was extremely popular in the UK for its cheap pricing and robust mechanical layout.
The Hyundai Getz is a sensible, no-nonsense supermini that was a massive sales success for Hyundai in the UK due to its low purchase price and bulletproof reliability.
Engines range from a basic 1.1-litre to a punchy 1.4-litre petrol, alongside a highly frugal 1.5-litre CRDi diesel engine.
Real-world fuel economy is strong, with the diesel returning around 52 MPG and petrol versions averaging around 41 MPG under typical mixed driving conditions.
TL;DR
41 MPG
Real-world petrol
52 MPG
Real-world diesel
45L
Tank capacity
£61.56
Full tank (petrol)
15.2p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Hyundai Getz achieves an estimated 41 MPG (petrol) and 52 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 45-litre tank completely costs approximately £61.56 (petrol) or £63.95 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
41
Real-world MPG
Petrol
48.7
Official WLTP
Petrol
52
Real-world MPG
Diesel
62.8
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £758 | £621 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1122 | £919 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1517 | £1242 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2275 | £1863 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3034 | £2485 |
| Full tank (45L) | £61.56 | £63.95 |
| Cost per mile | 15.2p | 12.4p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the Getz compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your Getz
The older petrol engines are basic; drive defensively and anticipate traffic to save fuel.
Upshift early to avoid running the small engines at high RPMs.
Ensure tyre pressures are adjusted correctly as under-inflated tyres hurt MPG on small cars.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Hyundai Getz achieving ~41 MPG real-world, if you fill 36 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£3.60
Gross saving on fuel
£0.46
Cost of 3-mile detour
£3.14
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 24 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Hyundai Getz?
The Hyundai Getz achieves approximately 41 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 48.7 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 52 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Hyundai Getz?
The Hyundai Getz has a fuel tank of 45 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £61.56. Diesel costs approximately £63.95 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Hyundai Getz?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Hyundai Getz costs approximately £1122 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1517. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Hyundai Getz?
In a Hyundai Getz doing ~41 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 36-litre fill nets approximately £3.14 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 24 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Hyundai Getz cost per mile in fuel?
The Hyundai Getz costs approximately 15.2p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.56 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Hyundai Getz?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Hyundai Getz is 48.7 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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