Hyundai i20N and Hyundai i30N: Two different takes on the N car

[@loizosfillis4453]

I 20 N is very agile as a lighter and smaller car. You can have more fun in it than in the I30N, I think.

[@whitemoor66]

i30N for me as it's the better all rounder. Either are likely to be more reliable than their VW equivalents too.

[@jankohrasko736]

For price is better i20N

[@ulysses4989]

@@jankohrasko736 and fuel is way better too

[@sdekavallas]

I am running an i20N in Switzerland and YES is a very good old school little sports car

[@neilrobson3064]

2 great old school hot hatches, so much better than some of the glorified laptops that some manufacturers knock out these days

[@HotPlayboy91]

There are two wrong statements about the I20N and one about the I30N. Cruise Control and Blind Spot Monitoring are available in the I20N. The Blind Spot Monitoring is part of the assistance package of the I20N and the Cruise Control is already Part of the normal I20 and my I20 also has this feature. The I30N has a electronic differential.

[@samhall6719]

They’re both a couple of absolute gems for me it’d have to be the I20N but I30N is not far behind

[@Shippey-rg6wm]

Not one mention about the stock sound of the i30n it sounds great.

[@davidhayes4814]

I am a bit surprised that you think that the i20N might be frustrating as a daily driver. My partner, who is 60, has a phantom black i20N as her daily commuter. This involves either one or two 150 mile round trip motorway commutes as well as more routine driving. With its manual handbrake and gearbox, plus decent pace, she thinks that it is terrific and she averages well over 40 ….. 45 mpg on long runs. At £25K it would be hard to find anything as engaging at this price point, particularly since the Fiesta ST is being discontinued.

[@siegfriedo]

Very good points. 👍

[@michaelheadley2041]

Another good review from Rebecca as always 😁👍🏿

[@dstevens518]

Informative, clear, and likeable. Usually I'm always annoyed when the reviewer has to push the subscriptions, but I smiled at Rebecca's adorable imploring that I click on the subscription button...(30 second mark)

[@christopherprose3881]

We don't get the i20 here in the states. If we did, I would definitely test drive one. What a cool, yet practical, little car! Also, the Ford Puma and ST. I love that design and would be very tempted to buy one... or both just to have a set. You brits have it all! We just get SUVs and trucks.

[@whelangc]

Got an I20N last week . Did test drive the 8 speed auto I30N .. too big for what I wanted coming from Suzuki Swift Sport . And I guess it likes a drink as well . The Fiesta , well it's just different , good handling but the Fiesta is just simply boring . The Gti Polo is very conservatived and overpriced in Australia . So I20 it was . The ride yes is jiggly on moutain Roads buts that's life in a true hot hatch The Gamma engine pulls ok and of course the exhaust note and the modes. It's screams for attention . It turns head for those 'Who know ' what it is . The Polo and the Fiesta just 'blend ' into the crowd, don't sound as exciting and in the case of the Polo , overpriced with ridiculous haptic touch controls and an DSG automatic which I would never trust . So after being in Suzuki Swift Sport land since 2016 it gets my pick ..... and my wallet

[@nine8three310]

Good advise. I live in Melbourne and tossing between both the i30N & i20N. I’m gravitating towards the i20. It’ll be replacing a 2008 Nissan Micra so either would be a massive upgrade regardless.

[@whelangc]

@@nine8three310 wow that quite N upgrade . You won't know yourself

[@antj29]

Interesting, I have a swift sport at moment as my daily and look gat the i20n as an upgrade, how does the i20n handle compared to the swift sport ( 32s I assume) I do love my swift but just need a smidge more power and tech as I use it daily, also ended up using it for a few track days when my 130i track car broke . Plan is to keep my other ep3 type r for old school analogue fun and sell the swift and the BMW to fund the i20N.

[@whelangc]

@@antj29 Depends on Which Swift you have the Z32 was very roar and pointy . The i20N drives like that on a mountain road . But compared to the Z33 Turbo it handles heaps better and is more sure footed with power to boot. Ride however is very hard on Australia's back roads . The Tech . Well the tech doesn't compare at all Its streets ahead of the Swift . Seats aren't as 'huggy' but they do the job nicely

[@antj29]

@@whelangc cheers bud, yeah I have a 32s which I love to bits, I’ve used a 33s as my mate owns Rent4Ring, and I know even they state that the 33s needs a lot of work to get it as good as the 32. Think I am decided full black ( I’m older and prefer the stealth look) with Bose , the swift was great on a trackday at the ring last October however the power difference became almost dangerous in places as newer cars are so much quicker, the i20 will make up that difference plus 5yrs worry free motoring , cheers again

[@mikemorley2797]

Cruise control is standard on the i20 in the UK

[@sperformance.96]

No blind spot monitoring or Cruise control? Actually it does

[@suspensiondude]

Drove the direct competition in 2019 and bought the i30Nperformance👍

[@shanedw1000]

The i20 does have cruise control and the steering has weight adjustability

[@TheophilusPWildbeest]

I've ordered an i20N. It's lighter, cheaper, stands out in that blue (too many monochrome cars about don't ya think), and it fits in my garage. And it has that amazing fiery dash.

[@AbdoJouma]

How have you been finding it?

[@Emjackson89]

i30N fastback is the one in that dark grey 🔥

[@gregmiller2884]

100% not that I'm biased it anything 😆😀

[@Jo3yPropane]

The i30N was always hamstrung by its high kerb weight (for it's class), the i20N was very obviously made with agility and maneuverability in mind - which is why it's almost unanimously revered as the better N car. The fact the i30N is no longer the class bargain it once was, is considerably more costly to run on top, and has a very bland interior in comparison, it's no wonder so many are flocking to the smaller, cheaper car (including me!).

[@brianmac7036]

Love Rebecca but she said the polo gti was too sensible.. the i20n is exactly what a hot hatch should be and by far the best sounding one you can get.

[@jackoreilly6537]

I Have to mention the I20N does have cruise control.

[@Scala598]

An odd comment to complain about diff hop/shudder when the i20n runs a torsen gear diff not a plate locking diff.

[@davidpollard4051]

Surprised there were no performance figures mentioned for either car although the power output for the i30 was stated.

[@antj29]

The research on this video is awful. How the hell does a mechanical LSD get “ cranked up to 11” ? , it’s not electric mechanical like the i30n, the i20n also does have cruise control , it’s on he steering wheel, guru indeed

[@jameslock]

Ok review, felt a little bit "I love Fiesta ST's" though.

[@anthonystevens8683]

Many thanks for sharing Rebecca, a great highlight review of two fun cars. If I had the room and could justify a second car I think the i20N would be the one, it sounds like a Jack Russel terrier of a fun car but maybe as you say could be a little to much for a daily driver in a busy commute where the i30N maybe the less fun but more practical car. Top review of both cars Rebecca. Thanks for sharing.

[@ArisHDi]

I've never seen a woman make a review as professional as her, even most known male reviewers arent as capable, detailed and passionate as her. Great Job Rebecca!

[@adrianbrown1492]

She is a racing driver. Male or female has nothing to do with it. Rebecca is one of the best.

[@ArisHDi]

@@adrianbrown1492 i am glad i see women in car reviews that are better than males. where do i go wrong here?. Rebecca had some amazing points and hints during this review that even the best reviewers cant explain as simple and straight forward as her.

[@CarGurusUK]

Thank you! 😊

[@SinusPrimus]

@@adrianbrown1492then why she isn`t treating the N-Models like a Racing-car? Look at the Tests from JP Performance and what they did with the i20N. Greetz from 🇨🇭

[@jmcr412]

4:15 - There is no cruise control or blind spot control in the i20n?? Wrong! Or maybe its different in the UK?

[@DarrenJMHughes]

Brilliant review Rebecca and thank you for reviewing these two back to back. I think I would pick the i30N over the i20N and I would speck it in that ‘baby blue’.

[@CarGurusUK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nfsdanz]

With regards to the i20n having heavy steering…doesn’t the i20n have modes to change this? Are you saying steering is overly heavy even in the ‘normal’ or ‘eco’ steering mode setting or whatever Hyundai call it ?

[@TechItSerious]

It gets heavier in N mode, but you can always change that in N custom setting. In normal mode, the steering is nice and light.

[@sperformance.96]

I just ordered the i20 N

[@jimmyb4982]

Lucky you! Mine arrives in November, I hope.

[@sperformance.96]

@@jimmyb4982 I've had the car for 2 years now, and it's a very special car . Aesthetically, it's unique, and the driving experience is wonderful.

[@abbielindley123]

Best car reviewer on KZbin hands down!

[@CarGurusUK]

👍

[@jrs9264]

On either side of the pond, the i20 N makes alot more sense, with lower price, better mpg, and smaller ouitside dimensions ( easier to park). BUT, due to poor product planning, neither one of them are available to purchse in the states. we also don't get to see rebecca in person, which is a double penalty......:(

[@ljp1942]

Rebecca is really easy on the eye ❤️

[@willsmyth639]

i30N all day long but the price touching £37,000 for the fastback with the N light seats and auto box is getting to expensive

[@mrmrsread6154]

I20N to go next to our Disco sport P300e. Perfect two car garage for a youngish family with 2 kids in my opinion. I may be slightly bias though.....

[@marvinsamuels1237]

Another great video Rebecca. I really like the look of the i30N Fastback in the almost flat grey (don’t know the actual name), as it would almost slip under the radar. Being a real Q-Car fan I like a fast car that the average person in the street is unaware of.

[@level5822]

Shadow grey 👍

[@andypalin3287]

I think the Ford/VW option will always be the preference for the majority! 😎🤘🎸

[@rogerbarrett9920]

Watching this video has made me feel even happier that I still have my Mazda 3 MPS Gen 2 which is still pretty standard apart from a few simple upgrades - Spec wise obviously both these N cars have 2022 latest technologies but the Mazda has a lot of the important stuff anyway as it was pretty well equipped back in 2011 which is the year mine was made. It still looks like new, performance is superb I get 30 mpg on average which drops to 25 mpg when using it harder. It looks like everything is heading for electrification soon and £34k is not on my radar anymore. Nice pair of cars though.

[@ljp1942]

The presenter is not half bad either,

[@Toastfrenzy3]

the I20 N does get cruise control just not adaptive (RADAR) cruise control

[@muhammadkhalil555]

Classic review ❤️.I am a Toyota lover and waiting for Toyota Corolla review

[@anthonywarry339]

My i30N hatch arrives this week, I’m steeping out of a 2012 Merc C250 wagon which has been beautiful but I’m looking forward to the raw nature of the N, the C250 is a little too perfect, I’ll be sad to see it go though.

[@guybrushthreepwood3002]

I30 is my favourite, in the end though, i bought an Ioniq 5

[@samellis1678]

At 4:15 she says the i20n has no blind spot monitoring or cruise control... but it has both... at least mine does!

[@joelhenderson4450]

I would consider either one, but Hyundai doesn’t see the appetite in North America.

[@SinusPrimus]

Hyundai doesn`t see the appetite in Europe too since 2024. They stop Production the N-Models. EU = 👎 Greetz from 🇨🇭

[@sjcap4233]

For god sake if you want to potter about dont get an I20n if you want a car that brings a smile to your face with great handling, great performnce and great reliability buy one they are brilliant, there you go cut through the fud and the answers you require thank you.

[@ashleychambers7602]

Well said my friend, you don’t buy a car like this and complain about how uncomfortable it is

[@MrGanxtaville]

i20n all the way! only review i found that tells you too buy a fiesta over a i20n

[@SinusPrimus]

0:13 then look at the history of WRC. Greetz from 🇨🇭

[@SilverScarletSpider]

why do the subtitles spew unknown nonsense every 15 seconds? 8:29

[@florencemarfowaa2339]

Well spoken sir👌

[@MrGMawson2438]

They are both nice

[@Mexxx65]

i20 still with the old 1.6 Gamma and a beam rear axle i30 all day long, you get a lot more for your money

[@ulysses4989]

You don't get more for your money, you lose money 🤣

[@Sol-Cutta]

After peugot 206gti eccosse it would have be the i30n. Both look good tho.

[@level5822]

I30n has an electronic lsd not mechanical

[@anthonydeas2173]

Hmmmm... I think if people in the know oyu bought either of these over the 'supposed' class leader, they would know you made a better choice.. I'd have either of these in a heartbeat.. (hyundai UK I hope you're watching and reading :) 😂

[@seanfromthebrook]

A couple of mistakes that you made, although these could be region specific. You stated that there is no blindspot alert, or cruise control. The Australian one, at least, has both.

[@Postman00]

She has to review it in the context of local pricing and kit available in her market, so it's really just region specific.

[@rinbine2713]

Hey, CarGurus UK.. Do you know about the car? Albert Biermann said "Torque steer is not a bug, torque steer is a feature in FF car, We car not fully remove the torque steer in any N car." Search the Biermann interview in KZbin.

[@scotstubbie]

I think I would go for i30 but not in blue red for me I am thinking of going electric with my next car though.

[@THEDRUMMERJOSH]

No cruise control on the i20N ?

[@lawlaloud]

She’s wrong, there’s definitely cruise on the i20n…

[@henrikkoukku2896]

Hyundai i20 N, less power (204hp) + unladen weight and Hyundai i30 N, (significantly) more power (280hp) and unladen weight + with both (manual) and (wet DCT) dual-clutch transmission!.😉

[@grantorino9049]

The i20N is the better car for the Value if u ask me. It has a better Interieur and it isnt less fun to drive. BUT its 10000€ cheaper 👌

[@ulysses4989]

And better fuel

[@marklambert2750]

Rubbish….my i20N is an amazing daily car and a hot hatch should feel firm. Other reviews are more true and less ST and GTI by us.

[@davidg2022]

i20N has cruise control? I’m a bit confused as you said it doesn’t! Eek! Someone ease my mind and tell me I’m not going crazy please?! Maybe I’ve got it wrong!

[@ulysses4989]

It has both

[@davidg2022]

@@ulysses4989 It really doesn’t. Not on the UK version anyway (I own the car)

[@ulysses4989]

@@davidg2022 Mate it literally does my brother has it. It has regular cruise control

[@davidg2022]

@@ulysses4989 Oh pants, I’ve misunderstood sorry. There’s another thread I’m commenting on which says it has collision avoidance - so I’ve confused that with this. My bad mate.

[@ulysses4989]

@@davidg2022 No probs

[@damienfrizzell9394]

the i30 sedan n for me

[@louisbeerreviews8964]

Saloon car not sedan get it right

[@damienfrizzell9394]

@@louisbeerreviews8964 its literally named the sedan n by the manufacturer, take your bullshit elsewhere

[@butchmeister80]

Price is the same as the vw minus the interior quality and design!

[@franki7]

i20N

[@TG-pd3ft]

Sadly they are both so plain looking, with those 'max power' red bits only adding tackiness.

[@ulysses4989]

Your eyes need checking mate.

[@yes7022]

You beautiful

[@whitewalker9622]

Can I slam A double dislike

[@slw0599]

Awful colour tho

[@louisbeerreviews8964]

No

[@ulysses4989]

Get your eyes checked

[@slw0599]

@@ulysses4989 my eyes are fine...it's a hot hatch in baby blue... horrible colour

[@Cookie2k]

No thanks, I’ll stick with an Audi S3 any day Rebecca!

[@ifyouarefeelingsinister]

No one asked…

[@darrellcoutinho805]

Because VAG vehicles are super reliable *NOT!

[@robertlloyd7493]

Shame the i10N is such a let down !

[@willsmyth639]

When have the made an i10 N

[@robertlloyd7493]

@@willsmyth639 it's available now

[@MrVroom1]

No they haven’t. There’s never ever been an i10N. You’re confusing it with the i10 N-Line which has never ever been marketed as a full on N car like these 2. It’s just N styling and a few very mild suspension tweaks in the same way you get on M-Sport cars at BMW.

[@willsmyth639]

@@robertlloyd7493 n-line maybe yes but not an N

[@RichardLyleEsq]

But an i10N would probably be an absolute riot.

[@piepkwiep4312]

2:56 You call that spot on? It's on the wrong side. 3:48 Than don't tap them.

[@rayfordham9230]

Must not forget to mention Ford and VW. I would think the two Hyundai's are better sorted allrounders than the Ford or VW and would probably be a lot more reliable. I thought the i30 had an electronic front dif and the i20 a mechanical one.

[@kerryhickling5133]

Ordered an i20n done alot of homework on this car and it ticks all the boxes for me. Roll on March 😁

[@CarGurusUK]

Let us know what you think of it when March rolls in!

[@antonycadogan2018]

When did you order it just out of interest? Ordered ours in sep and supposed to be March.

[@kerryhickling5133]

@@antonycadogan2018 Hi, I ordered my car five weeks ago. I could have had it in January but due to not having the finances till March thats when I'll be getting it. I have seen one on the road not far from where I live, which is Leicester.

[@Toastfrenzy3]

how are you finding the I20 N? is it too small in rear? how is the overall practicality? thanks

[@kerryhickling5133]

@Toastfrenzy3 I've had it just over a year now. Had to wait until September instead of march. I love it, can't fault it at all. The only thing that was negative was the Pirelli P zero tyres. They were absolutely useless, and I had to change them after 7 thousand miles. I don't find it small in the rear. There is plenty of room for what I use it for. I've had an audi TT mk2, and that was small and non functioning really in the rear. None of my passengers have complained. I'm 52 and I've had a lot of different cars. This one has been the best so far.

[@073rwb3]

Thanks Rebecca…..i20N for me!

[@MrShoesmad]

Its defo time to sell a fan your boots lol .

[@Lotus.F]

Fast as they are but their interiors are still not on par with their German counterparts.

[@Postman00]

Depending on where you are and the buyer's budget, the price point makes up for it. Not always though.

[@mikemorley2797]

Not on price either. £25k in UK - £800 discount was my cost this month

[@MrGMawson2438]

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