Hyundai I30 is one of the key cars in the model line of the Korean manufacturer. It has been produced since 2007 and has gone through three generations. The current generation has received a wide list of innovations and is strikingly different from its predecessors. The manufacturer changed the list of bodies, seriously reworked the technical contents, equipped the model with a wide list of additional equipment and designed the exterior in a corporate style. The car has a hexagonal radiator grille with a plastic mesh design with raised cells and a chrome trim along the contour. Below, right next to the lip, there is an additional narrow ventilation slot, and on the sides of it in the recesses you can see narrow LED fog lights. The head lighting equipment received several round focusing elements. At the stern you can see a raised trunk lid with a small spoiler and large brake lights.
Dimensions
Hyundai Eye 30 is an urban small car of the Golf class. Previously, it produced three body types: three or five-door hatchback and station wagon. With the change of generation, the manufacturer slightly changed the vector of development and decided to abandon the version with three doors. Instead, a more practical and stylish liftback with a coupe-like gentle slope of the rear pillars was added. It has become the flagship among other versions.
The overall dimensions of the I30 are: from 4340 to 4585 mm in length, 1795 mm in width, 1455 mm in height and 2650 mm between the axles. The ground clearance in the European specification is quite modest and amounts to 136-140 millimeters, depending on the version. The trunk size is average, by the standards of this class - from 395 to 450 liters with the backrests of the rear sofa raised and loaded to the top shelf.
specifications
Under the hood of the standard Hyundai I30 there can be three different power units. Basic versions will receive a three-cylinder engine with a volume of only one liter. Thanks to a turbocharger, it produces 120 horsepower and 171 Nm of torque. The only transmission available is a six-speed manual. It accelerates the car to hundreds in 11.1 seconds and allows a maximum speed of 190 km/h. Older versions will receive a 1.4-liter inline four with a similar layout. It already develops 140 hp and 242 Nm, and is also additionally equipped with a robotic preselective variable gearbox. Acceleration to 100 km/h will take 8.9-9.2 seconds, and the speed ceiling will be at around 205-210 km/h. Alternatively, you can choose a diesel 1.6-liter four with 136 hp and 280 Nm. It is equipped with the same gearboxes, provides acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour in 10.2-10.6 seconds and allows you to reach a speed of up to 200 km/h.
The model line also includes a sports modification called the I30 N. It is equipped with a much more productive two-liter turbocharged inline-four. The engineers managed to squeeze out 250 hp and 353 Nm of torque over a wide range. This herd provides acceleration to hundreds in 6.4 seconds, and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
Equipment
Hyundai I30 already has a rich list of equipment as standard. The car is equipped with seven airbags, air conditioning, full power accessories, ABS, BAS EBD and ESP, as well as a full multimedia complex with a touch screen. Older versions will receive more advanced multimedia with a navigation system, wireless charging for phones, an air conditioning system with two operating zones, as well as systems that monitor blind spots, lane and collision prevention.
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Recently, many Korean automakers, including Hyundai, have seriously begun updating their lineup. The i30 was no exception. Owner reviews claim that this model has become significantly fresher during the restyling period. Moreover, the changes affected not only the design, but also As you may have guessed, today’s talk will be about the Hyundai i30 (2013). Owner reviews and car review are further in our article.
Hatchback design
The appearance of the Korean new product is very fast and original. Such a car will definitely not get lost in the gray “crowd” of other cars. The front of the car is now decorated with a new radiator grille, optics and fog lights. In general, it is made in a very original way - with its lines it merges with the bumper, forming a “mouth” for the car. The designers successfully adjusted the chrome strips. Many automakers decorate their cars too much with chrome and similar inserts, which is why it doesn’t look very attractive. Here the Koreans managed to correctly calculate the proportions - as a result, we get an interesting and bright little car. But the designers decided not to stop only at the radiator grille and bumper. The optics are made with the same bias - head and By the way, the latter are made in an unusual angular shape and have built-in
The main headlights, which stretch from the bumper all the way to the body pillar and seem to follow the shape of the “muscular” wheel arches, give the car a predatory look. The roof of the Hyundai is panoramic, which is also positively reflected in the appearance of the car. painted in the general color of the car and equipped with small turn signals (by the way, they are even difficult to see at first). In general, the Hyundai i30 has a bright, modern and dynamic appearance. This hatchback immediately stands out for its sportiness, aggressiveness and fresh appearance.
About body dimensions
The Korean car has the following dimensions: length - 430 centimeters, height - 147 centimeters, width - 178 centimeters. These are standard dimensions for the Hyundai-i30 hatchback. Owner reviews note the car's high ground clearance. The new product, with its ground clearance of 150 millimeters, can successfully compete with any bestseller on the Russian market. In any case, the Hyundai will drive on our asphalt and dirt roads without problems.
Hyundai-i30: photos and interior review
The already excellent quality of finishing materials has been improved one more level. Compared to previous models, the new product has more soft parts. The interior design, like the exterior, is made in a very original style. The architecture of the front panel itself is symmetrical on the sides. The center console has a small radio, several control buttons, as well as a large on-board computer screen that can act as a navigator. Deflectors, decorated with an aluminum-look plastic insert, are well placed on the sides.
According to the manufacturer, the hatchback is equipped with new electronic bells and whistles with accessible controls. Thus, the basic package of a three- and five-door passenger car includes a proprietary audio system with 6 speakers and a USB output, electric heated seats, electric windows on all doors, and air conditioning. This also includes adaptive headlights that automatically switch the light when entering a tunnel or when an oncoming vehicle moves. Not bad for a “base”.
The steering wheel trim deserves special attention. These two parts are now covered with high-quality leather. This is great progress for the Hyundai-I30 (2013). Owner reviews claim that now, thanks to new finishing materials, the interior has become more cozy and comfortable. The steering wheel is equipped with radio control buttons - now you can control music playback without being distracted from the road.
How much power can the Hyundai-I30 be equipped with? Owner reviews say that Russian dealers don’t have many options for the new hatchback. All that can be equipped with a car is functional electric seats, a hill start assist system, darkness and rain sensors, electronic brake force control, as well as a 2-zone climate control system with an ionizer.
Although even in the “base” the car has enough bells and whistles. In addition to those we listed earlier, the car is equipped with an electronic rear view camera, leather seats, stylish fifteen-inch wheels, as well as a panoramic roof, which allows you to enjoy the trip to the fullest.
Main competitors
Initially, the main rival of the Hyundai i30 is the Ford Focus hatchback. The Ford company never ceases to amaze its customers with new technical and innovative solutions, so every year the level of sales of its model range in Russia only increases. But despite such high competition, Asians still managed to “wrest” their place in the world market and not lose profits from production. This was facilitated by a low starting price, high build quality and a well-planned marketing ploy.
Hyundai-i30: owner reviews on technical characteristics
The line of power units includes as many as 4 powerful engines. Among them are 2 gasoline and the same number of diesel units. The volume of the units ranges from 1.4 to 1.6 liters, and the power ranges from 90 to 134 horsepower.
As for the gearbox, depending on the chosen engine, it can be either a six-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. The latter came into operation only in 2012. Let us remind you that previously the Hyundai-I30 was equipped with a 4-band automatic transmission.
The manufacturer claims that this line of power units has undergone a series of studies and has undergone several changes. Thus, the Korean hatchback has become more “nimble” and at the same time reduced its “appetite”. By the way, engineers have not forgotten about environmental friendliness. The carbon dioxide emissions standard is now about 100 grams per kilometer.
Dynamics
And now about the technical dynamics characteristics of the Hyundai-I30.
Depending on the engine power, the maximum speed of the “Korean” is 170-197 kilometers per hour. In this case, the jerk from zero to “hundreds” is estimated at 11.9-13 seconds.
Fuel consumption
All this is good, but how moderate is the “appetite” of the Hyundai-I30 hatchback? The technical characteristics of the engines allow the new product to spend no more than 4-6 liters of fuel per “hundred”. It is worth noting the most economical engine - a turbodiesel CRDI with a capacity of 128 horsepower. Paired with a six-speed manual transmission, it consumes only 3.7 liters of fuel outside the city and 4.9 in urban mode.
Prices and options
We have already found out what technical characteristics the Hyundai-I30 has, now let’s move on to the cost. As of 2014, the starting price for a three-door Korean hatchback in the basic configuration is 599 thousand rubles.
The five-door version will cost a little more - 650 thousand rubles. At first glance, this cost is very high for an ordinary city runabout. However, if you take into account the modern design of the Hyundai, the leather interior and the level of equipment in the “base”, then everything becomes clear. 599 thousand is even a very attractive price for such a bright and stylish little car.
Hyundai-i30 - reviews speak for themselves!
Hyundai i30 was first introduced back in 2007 in the form of a three-door and five-door hatchback. The developments did not end there, so already in 2011 a new generation of this car was released, and in 2015 the world saw a full restyling, which carried not so much external changes as internal ones. Among the external ones, only slight changes to the bumper and radiator grille could be distinguished.
The new Hyundai i30 came out quite recently - in 2016. And this version made it clear that it differs from its counterparts in many ways. In comparison with older versions, especially the very first one, this one looks much more presentable and “richer”. Externally, this car began to look more like a serious car. The six-cornered radiator grille neatly decorates and complements the overall picture of the car. Large honeycombs, made of a combination of black plastic and chrome border, create the impression of massiveness and seriousness. The headlights are located on the sides of the grille, have an oblong shape and diode optics. There were also LED running lights, which the developer placed immediately under the main headlights, in special compartments covered with grilles.
Actually, even such minor details have already made it clear that the new Hyundai i30 is many times more expensive and more solid than its predecessors. The new appearance will not leave lovers of massive and expensive cars indifferent.
Configurations and prices of Hyundai i30
As for the dimensions of this device, there have also been changes here. This urban C-class car has acquired shapes and sizes quite close to sports cars. The car has become a little longer and lower. The length is 4330 mm, the width is 1795 mm, and the height has decreased to 1455 mm. However, the wheelbase did not suffer any changes, so it remained at its 2650 mm. The developer also paid attention to the trunk and made it a little more spacious, now the volume has increased to a comfortable 19 liters. And that is not all. By raising the backrests of the second row of passenger seats, you will provide yourself with almost 400 liters of free space, which will come in handy for some transportation. Of course, this volume may not be enough for particularly large items, but do not forget that this city-type car is designed for, oddly enough, city driving, where transportation often comes down to bags of groceries or several bags of things.
Interesting! If, nevertheless, the owner is forced to transport something that is quite large in size, it doesn’t matter. The backrests of the second row of seats can also be folded completely, giving the driver almost 1,320 liters of usable space, which is quite impressive.
The changes don't stop there. Not counting the height and length, the weight of the 30 also changed, namely minus as much as 28 kilograms. All thanks to the increased use of high-strength steel, which leads to a good level of body rigidity. And this, in turn, has a positive effect on the overall sensations when driving a car. The platform remained the same - in the form of a front McPherson strut and rear multi-link suspension, but still underwent a few changes and received slightly different settings. The manufacturer also slightly changed the brake discs, increasing them by 8 mm.
Heyday ai 30 fully complies with modern standards, not only due to its style and design, but also to its equipment. This rebuild has become more confident in appearance, first of all, externally thanks to such a massive, but not rough, radiator grille and aggressive body shapes. The silhouette has become more sporty, swift and muscular thanks to the windshield beveled at the right angle and relief stampings on the sides and hood.
The salon will delight the driver with its indescribable comfort, good finishing materials and ergonomics. All the necessary and important controls are located in convenient places, so even the longest trip will be as comfortable and convenient as possible. The operation of all the functions of the car and its elements is so harmonious and responsive that use can occur almost on an intuitive level. A huge number of innovations and useful functions and devices make the operation of this model as easy as possible and make driving so enjoyable that once you get behind the wheel of the new Hyundai i30, you will no longer be able to refuse it.
The price for the new Hyundai i30 was a mystery for a long time, but in the end it appeared in the price list almost immediately after the model was released. Thus, prices are quite unstable, but according to the latest data, the starting price, depending on the model and assembly, varies from 742,000 thousand rubles to 1,060,000 rubles.
The manufacturer tried not only to make the appearance pleasant, but also did not leave without due attention the filling, which, with its power and mix of modern technologies, immediately makes it clear that this is not a toy, but a serious car, impressive with its strength and responsiveness.
The technical characteristics of the Hyundai i30 are truly impressive. Modern “power units” fully reveal every facet of this complex car. The range of choice is so wide that no car enthusiast will be left without attention and will be able to find exactly what suits his taste and cost, whether he is a lover of speed or a measured and unsportsmanlike drive. The base engine is represented by an in-line naturally aspirated petrol four, already quite well known from the previous series of models, with a volume of 1396 centimeters in a cube with a cylinder block consisting of aluminum, which, in turn, has an aluminum head. This solution is explained by the fact that it is now possible to freely control the temperature of the engine due to the same expansion and contraction of this material as the temperature rises and its ability to accumulate the same heat.
Important! Despite such innovations, it is worth handling the power unit carefully, since the specificity of aluminum, and the design in general, means that the unit cannot be repaired independently. And, as you know, repairs under special conditions are very expensive.
The gas distribution mechanism can be called a very reliable system, because two camshafts and a chain drive with tensioner speak for themselves. Thus, this system does not require any assistance from the driver throughout the entire official service period. However, the Hyundai i30 engine does not have hydraulic compensators, which usually control valve clearance, so this work falls on the shoulders of the car owner.
Important! Despite this small drawback, you will still have to do manual “repairs” not so often, but only once every approximately one hundred thousand kilometers of the car.
Don’t let the small engine volume confuse you: despite the rather modest, at first glance, volumes, the heart of the car is capable of developing good power of 100 “horses” at 5,500 rpm and 137 Newton-meters of torque at 4,200 rpm. kv/min.
Technical characteristics of Hyundai i30
| Parameter | Hyundai i30 1.4 100 hp | Hyundai i30 1.6 130 hp | |
| Engine | |||
| Engine series | Kappa | Gamma | |
| engine's type | petrol | ||
| Injection type | distributed | ||
| Supercharging | No | ||
| Number of cylinders | 4 | ||
| Cylinder arrangement | in-line | ||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | ||
| Volume, cubic cm. | 1396 | 1591 | |
| Cylinder diameter/piston stroke, mm | 72.0 x 84.0 | 77 x 85.4 | |
| Power, hp (at rpm) | 100 (6000) | 130 (6300) | |
| Torque, N*m (at rpm) | 134 (3500) | 157 (4850) | |
| Transmission | |||
| Drive unit | front | ||
| Transmission | 6 manual transmission | 6 manual transmission | 6 automatic transmission |
| Suspension | |||
| Front suspension type | independent MacPherson type | ||
| Rear suspension type | independent, multi-link | ||
| Brake system | |||
| Front brakes | ventilated disc | ||
| Rear brakes | disk | ||
| Steering | |||
| Amplifier type | electric | ||
| Tires and wheels | |||
| Tire size | 195/65 R15 / 205/55 R16 | ||
| Disk size | 6.0Jx15 / 6.5Jx16 | ||
| Fuel | |||
| Fuel type | AI-95 | ||
| Environmental class | Euro 5 | ||
| Tank volume, l | 53 | ||
| Fuel consumption | |||
| Urban cycle, l/100 km | 8.1 | 8.6 | 9.5 |
| Extra-urban cycle, l/100 km | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Combined cycle, l/100 km | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| dimensions | |||
| Number of seats | 5 | ||
| Number of doors | 5 | ||
| Length, mm | 4300 | ||
| Width, mm | 1780 | ||
| Height, mm | 1470 | ||
| Wheelbase, mm | 2650 | ||
| Front wheel track (15″/16″), mm | 1563/1555 | ||
| Rear wheel track (15″/16″), mm | 1571/1563 | ||
| Front overhang, mm | 880 | ||
| Rear overhang, mm | 770 | ||
| Trunk volume (min./max.), l | 378/1316 | ||
| Ground clearance (clearance), mm | 150 | ||
| Weight | |||
| Curb (min/max), kg | 1247/1389 | 1254/1410 | 1290/1437 |
| Full, kg | 1820 | 1820 | 1850 |
| Weight of towed trailer (equipped with brakes), kg | 1200 | 1300 | 1200 |
| Weight of towed trailer (not equipped with brakes), kg | 600 | ||
| Dynamic characteristics | |||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 183 | 195 | 192 |
| Acceleration time to 100 km/h, s | 13.2 | 10.9 | 11.9 |
Video review of Hyundai i30
Despite the relatively young age of this car rebuild, the Internet is already filled with various reviews, reviews and other materials on the Hyundai i30. For those who doubt the purchase, video reviews with detailed characteristics and comments are provided. One of these can be viewed here:
Hyundai i30: photo
Also on our website you can visit a gallery with high-quality and detailed photos of the Hyundai i30 for a better idea of the car.
Start of sales of Hyundai i30 in Russia
The release of the updated Hyundai i30 was quite a highly anticipated event among lovers of power, style and comfort. Thus, Russia has already seen this car in April of the new year. The price list was also announced in the same month. Due to the fact that, as it turned out, despite restyling and innovations, the price remained the same - many car enthusiasts have already purchased this car and, judging by the reviews, were extremely satisfied.
