2025 Hyundai i30 N Line Hatch: Updated Style, Brand New Engine And Bigger Price | Drive.com.au

[@swannie4762]

Took one of these for a test drive to replace my 2017 I30 SR and I found it underpowered compared to the 1.6T. I then test drove the i30N and fell in love so I spent the extra money and really glad I did.

[@l214laus]

I have an 2017 I30 SR Premium and see the current generation of I30's and fittings as not being all that different. I had a bird go through the plastic front grill on a highway. The front grill costs around $1,100 dollars to replace - seems a crazy price. I love the cooling seats and just occasionally use the heating of the seats during winter.

[@perpetualgrin5804]

Think about the bird.

[@l214laus]

@@perpetualgrin5804 I looked for it at the time to no avail. I saw a feather under the grill some days later and the whole bird emerged through a small gap at the base of the grill. The bird didn’t do well. I did care about the fate of the bird but it was long deceased.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

From my other comment: why did they drop the power?? Also given the nline is just as popular as the full N for mods, like intakes and tunes, seems like a d!ck move by Hyundai to try and make the nline hybrid. I’ve even seen a couple of full N owners criticising the decision of hybrid, as one of the N owners said that hybrid doesn’t seem right for the nline. The axe is well and truly coming, like Hyundai doesn’t understand that it’s not the masses who want the nline, it’s the tuning and modding community that are interested in the nline (aka “boy racers” and those who watch way too much fast and furious). The Tucson and the facelift 24 Kona are the only nline models that appeal to the masses

[@nk-ut1qf]

No spare full size wheel is a deal breaker in Australia. We have bad roads and many punctures. Its a pass for me.

[@jessexi]

Waited 8 mins for the biggest change under the bonnet and was surprised to see the power was reduced while the price was increasing 😢 can’t reconcile the figures

[@frozenalchemist2250]

Here in Europe, because of governmental regulations of the EU, you get the exact same engine down sized to only 103kw or a 1.0l with 74kw. Thats it. :(

[@coldude2559]

It is still beyond me. How is it we are paying 35k-55k for a hatchback 🤔🤔

[@WildDanHibiki]

For that driveway price I'd rather spend that money on a used N that still has warranty.

[@Denis-tm5js]

At least in Australia you still get 160hp from this 1.5T, in Slovenia the power has decresed even further, from 160 to 140hp. Even the regular N/A 1.5 which had 110hp now has 96, and you can now get it with the N-line package. Imagine an N-line with 96hp. And in that spec, if you pay cash, will set you back 35.500 Australlian dollars (21580€).

[@l214laus]

@@Denis-tm5js not many mentions of Slovenia 🇸🇮 that I see. A nephew lives in Kamnik

[@sodakpublicity7463]

Looks spottier

[@DanielSchramm]

If this had the same 1.6L turbo as the old one / i20N, would be great with the updated interior. As it is, the i20N is better for performance and price.

[@purplehazeffc]

What a massive backwards step. And for $15k - $20k more I got mine a Oct 17 built in May 2018. PD i30 SR (before they changed to the N-Line model name) Got it for $28k drive away with the much, much, much better 1.6lt T-GDi. Nothing of great note has been offered over the previous. I was around the 5.8 - 6.2 lts per 100km, so fuel efficiency really doesn't make up for change. I think people should do themselves a favour, bypass this & get a i20N for cheaper, better performance, better fuel economy.

[@williamfindlay1385]

Would 100% rather get a new i20N for cheaper than this

[@Phu089]

Wired CarPlay is crazy

[@hourglassentertainment237]

On a 40k car it is! So cheap feeling

[@swannie4762]

@@Phu089 Yes it seems strange I agree. As a work around I bought a $40 Bluetooth dongle which works perfectly.

[@sageallenneil]

@@hourglassentertainment237 you actually get a wireless carplay for the base N line but wired for the premium spec.

[@lil-hawk3]

No thanks, I’m happy with my Hyundai i30 2013 😁

[@fairgo4156]

I recently paid $28,000 for a base model. The use of a DCT, euro spec high wear brakes and the massive price increase makes this a total non-starter. I predict this model will disappear given the poor value and the better options being offered by VW and Toyota.

[@stevej2825]

I totally agree. I think Hyundai and Kia is already given up the general engine car market. N line or N is only for hyundai fanatic. They are focused on the electric cars. Let’s see what happens. 🙃

[@mlasrb]

40 000 $ for this??? Hyundai must be smoking dope.... wouldn't pay more than 32 000 $ ..

[@janetshabani-qu7hq]

A bmw with screens cost 70000.people dont care. But when a hyundai gets a price increased people instantly get mad cars need to become expensive AND YOUR COMPLANING OF THIS NEW MODEL THIS ENGINE HAS BEEN TUNED FOR THE AUSTRALIA MARKET MAKING IT MORE FASTER THEN THE ONES YOU SEE IN EUROPE.

[@SimpleCarsharingDriver]

46K for a Hyundi!.....prices have gone through the roof for new cars post COVID.

[@im_a_slydog]

Wouldn't even consider one with a hybrid engine

[@GlenEliteBuilt]

when will you be reviewing the new i30n

[@Drivecomau]

The i30 N hatch update didn't arrive in Australia at the same time as the N Line hatch, but it is due soon and we'll review it as soon as we're able. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss it.

[@whelangc]

@@Drivecomau It has been in Australia for a Month - We got our 4 weeks ago (with another manual on the way ) - Both are Pde.v6

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

@@Drivecomau why did they drop the power?? Also given the nline is just as popular as the full N for mods, like intakes and tunes, seems like a d!ck move by Hyundai to try and make the nline hybrid. I’ve even seen a couple of full N owners criticising the decision of hybrid, as one of the N owners said that hybrid doesn’t seem right for the nline. The axe is well and truly coming, like Hyundai doesn’t understand that it’s not the masses who want the nline, it’s the tuning and modding community that are interested in the nline (aka “boy racers” and those who watch way too much fast and furious). The Tucson and the facelift 24 Kona are the only nline models that appeal to the masses

[@bellini2535]

Those shiny piano blacks, no no. Why do car makers do this?

[@650thunderbird]

Don't like the close together tail pipes, meh. Less power, great!

[@ETERNITY777]

??? ANY WORD ON THE NEW UPDATED I120N 2025 ?????????????

[@Drivecomau]

The latest info we have suggests it will arrive in Australia before the end of 2024. You can find out more at: www.drive.com.au/news/2025-hyundai-i20-n-facelift-spied/

[@DanielSchramm]

Keen to see a review of this!

[@GoogleAccount-pt4zu]

This shouldn’t be called an N Line, it’s way too underpowered.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Copied from my other comment: why did they drop the power?? Also given the nline is just as popular as the full N for mods, like intakes and tunes, seems like a d!ck move by Hyundai to try and make the nline hybrid. I’ve even seen a couple of full N owners criticising the decision of hybrid, as one of the N owners said that hybrid doesn’t seem right for the nline. The axe is well and truly coming, like Hyundai doesn’t understand that it’s not the masses who want the nline, it’s the tuning and modding community that are interested in the nline (aka “boy racers” and those who watch way too much fast and furious). The Tucson and the facelift 24 Kona are the only nline models that appeal to the masses

[@GoogleAccount-pt4zu]

@@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621 Sonata N Line is the best N Line, that thing is a rocketsled. i30 N Line/SR Hatch and Sedan with the 150kW 1.6T are also pretty zippy.

[@electricdiesel1993]

1.5 L4 turbocharger mild hybrid goes best with 94 RON ethanol cleaner and cheaper than regular and the i30 N Line is cheaper and safer than i30 N.

[@whelangc]

Safter than an I30N ? What does that mean ?

[@ashcosmo3854]

Shrinkflation at its finest. Paying MORE money for a SMALLER engine. I bet these manufacturers are laughing all the way to the bank,