How much to get the head gasket done on my Hyundai i30?

I have a 152 Hyundai i30 1.6 diesel estate;  how much is it to get the head gasket done?

Matthew Lennon (Ballyjamesduff)

Apr 2025 Filed under: repair

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Expert answer

Hi Matthew,

Getting the head gasket replaced on any car can vary in cost depending on where you are, who's doing the work and if any additional damage is found. Expect it to cost at least €1,000 at an independent garage, more at a Hyundai dealer.

It's a big job by any measure, which can take up to 12 hours of labour, and the parts are expensive as well. On top of all that, the cylinder head may need skimming or - at worst - replacing, so budget a little extra just in case.

No mechanic can give you a fixed price for the job given the potential for extra damage to the engine that is unseen until it is dismantled.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor