Our verdict
A genuine surprise on the spec sheet — electric start, rear roller, 53cm cut, all for under £400 new. The brand is the question; performance is fine. Used market hasn't caught up so resale is poor, but new buyers get a lot for the money.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Electric start at sub-£400
- 53cm cut + rear roller for stripes
- 3-year Hyundai warranty new
- Steel deck
Cons
- Electric start battery is a wear part
- Hyundai badge depreciates fast
- 196cc engine is generic
Full specs
| Type | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 53 cm |
| Engine / Power | Hyundai 196cc OHV |
| Weight | 35 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | Yes (stripes) |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 70 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 95 dB |
Buying second-hand
£140–260 used. Electric start battery slow to crank = dying battery (£35 swap). Roller bearings on a budget brand wear faster — check for play. Steel deck rust check under the cutting deck is critical. Generic engine but parts cheap and easy.
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Repair-cost reference
UK 2026 ballpark prices for the parts you're most likely to need on this mower. OEM is dealer-genuine; aftermarket is what you'll find on eBay or generic small-engine suppliers. Use these to sense-check any quote and to negotiate on used buys.
| Part / job | OEM | Aftermarket |
|---|---|---|
|
Replacement 53cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Foam air filter
|
£8 | £3 |
|
Spark plug
|
£6 | £2 |
|
Generic carburettor
|
£28 | £14 |
|
Drive cable replacement
Stretches at 5–8 years. 30-minute DIY fit.
|
£18–£28 | £8 |
|
Rear-roller bearing kit (pair)
Replace if you hear clicking; affects stripe quality.
|
£24 | £12 |
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