Hyundai i30 Fastback N Review | Badge Snobs Are Missing Out!!!

[@154300]

Absolutely love this car. Owned one for 6 months now and can't wait to drive it everyday. A real head turner both in looks and stunning exhaust sound. Forget the badge and go test drive one. In 6 months I haven't seen another fastback n on the roads. Phantom black with the red trim looks classy

[@CarObsession]

Yes, they are very exclusive - I've only ever seen one other Fastback and that wasn't even an N. Thanks for watching.

[@GeoShifter]

I have my fastback N for 1 year now and I enjoyed every second driving it. It's the best thing I ever bought. Nice review, thanks :)

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, I'm glad you're enjoying the car, thanks for watching 👍🏽.

[@PocketRockets]

Wicked review! Glad/lucky I managed to get down to help out filming, hopefully 2021 shapes up to better for content creating 💪🏼

[@CarObsession]

Cheers mate, thanks for the help!

[@factsmatter6980]

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[@davidyates6546]

I'm so going to get a good 2nd hand one. Your review just confirms how good it is.

[@CarObsession]

Thanks for watching David.

[@Hazan12345]

just curious, why 2nd hand?

[@davidyates6546]

@@Hazan12345 Because I wouldn't be able to afford new. Or maybe try and get a Demonstrator.

[@MrSunnyBhoy]

Been waiting for this, great review mate, I've shared this on the Hyundai i30N UK Facebook page 👍🏾

[@CarObsession]

Thanks mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it - thanks for watching!

[@richroadin]

Been a long time coming better for it on your channel should have been sooner maybe but glad you brought it up Hyundai no more slacking on this channel all the best for you and family 2021 and enjoy family life precious moments

[@CarObsession]

Thanks pal!

[@peterburger69247]

awesome review loved your sense of humour 10/10

[@CarObsession]

Thank you Peter, thanks for watching.

[@ashleyslingers2814]

This was such a good review man

[@CarObsession]

Thank you very much Ashley, that's great feedback! Thank you for watching.

[@Beardchanics]

Great car and like you pointed out once that can still be bought as manual something German options do not offer. It's a gorgeous car I'll be quite happy to have and good potential for modifications too.

[@CarObsession]

Hey mate, I'm glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

[@kofib3]

Like the camera on bonnet view. Nice car, have to one day take a test drive..

[@CarObsession]

Cheers mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it - thanks for watching.

[@BobMc87]

Great video, I must admit it sounds great!

[@CarObsession]

It does!

[@BobMc87]

@@CarObsession You'll be hoping your neighbour doesn't get one hahaha

[@CarObsession]

@@BobMc87 Haha, well as least I'd be able to hear them start it up in the morning!

[@fauldsey187]

I have the hatchback version of this car, if anyone is interested in more details on the mpg you're likely to get. On a 300 mile motorway journey I got 36mpg with some time stuck in traffic so if that's your main usage you can expect similar to that even in N or custom mode. I'm a pizza delivery guy and do loads of short journeys mixed with some dual carriageway driving and over 6500 miles have averaged 26mpg.

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, thanks for watching and thanks for the info 👍

[@TheFrancoprincipe]

Great video! I purchased a pre loved one in Dark Knight colour almost 12 months ago. Coming from an alfa it was a difficult decision lol (I've had a few euro cars)... i think i agonised over it for a few weeks. In the end i grabbed it and love it. Yes some things in my son's 2008 vw jetta are still better and some things in my old 147 are better... But this is a great car. It does bring a smile to my face and like you said ... Im happy when we are out of milk😅 I'm kind of over the badge now 😂😂..... My neighbours still shun it but they do like the sound of it. It's definitely a car to recommend... If you can get over the badge!

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, thanks for watching and thanks for the comment.

[@Rocky0Road]

Great, thanks for the review, def going to look for this in 2022 Gtd, Focus ST or i30 Fastback

[@CarObsession]

Thanks for the great feedback Shane, and thanks for watching. GTD is a diesel, so did you mean GTI?

[@Rocky0Road]

@@CarObsession nope I didn't, I'll have to get a diesel for the amount I travel.

[@CarObsession]

@@Rocky0Road That quite doesn't make sense then as you can't get the N as a diesel.

[@robinwas-miles9686]

Caught site of i30 fastback and liked the lines. Is there a 2.0 litre normally aspirated fastback engine version where the user doesn't require 0 - 60 mph in 6 secs but likes the idea of a lower insurance rating and more usability and less engine stress.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Robin, thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment. This car is not available with a naturally aspirated engine and to be honest, not many cars nowadays are as turbocharged cars are more efficient.

[@robinwas-miles9686]

Normally aspirated engines would be the choice over turbos for long term reliability. And the added cost to replace a turbo - reckoned to be around 70000 mls. Cam chain drive vs regular belt drive changes and cost to gain more energy efficiency is another example where sensible durability might be favoured over pure performance. These factors must be considered for second hand price and potential market buyers. The i30 looks should appeal to both young and old as its a good looking medium size five door hatchback once you get past the unremarkable interior design - especially now that 5 door SUVs are the dominant and fashionable frumpy alternative.

[@phil8437]

This is a very good car. Far better than any over rated Golf. Reasons: better reliability, more standard kit for the money, better to drive and no skeletons in the cupboard ie DIESELGATE.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Phil, thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@phil8437]

@@CarObsession Apologies car obsession I forget to say that this was a great review.

[@CarObsession]

@@phil8437 Ah, thank you very much!

[@davidyates6546]

Have a great Xmas.

[@CarObsession]

And you mate!

[@simon1066]

It’s a really good looking car.

[@CarObsession]

It certainly is, thanks for watching.

[@oiyou5870]

Looks good sounds great just be careful Hyundai have a lawsuit in the USA over blown engine between 30-50k miles.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Claude, thanks for watching and thanks for the comment.

[@steveburland624]

No driving gloves today, I would prefer a DCT gearbox option.

[@CarObsession]

Why would you prefer the DCT option???

[@steveburland624]

@@CarObsession because it would be slightly quicker and add to the refinement driven normally.

[@CarObsession]

@@steveburland624 Fair enough

[@robtt997]

Yup, auto would suit me more with the driving I have to do.

[@danielleroux6490]

I disagree. It's not about being the 'fastest' - it's about having the most fun and engaging driving experience. For that, you have to go with the Manual for sure! don't be tricked - it's going to be boring with the auto in the end

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

Interior quality is overrated. Sure nice materials are nice but who is going to touch the "touchpoints" of their car 24/? Basically nobody. I touch them when i clean them and that's about it. All other points i always put my hands on are of good enough quality for the 3 seconds i am touching them.

[@CarObsession]

I disagree. Yes, you are right, you're not going to spend much time actually touching the materials, but if the interior quality is overrated, why would manufacturers spend millions trying to get theirs as good as possible??? Thanks for watching.

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

@@CarObsession The basic materials are good enough but of you look at some reviewers they make it look as if plastic is a nogo and everything has to be soft touch. We all know how much that will cost, just look at the expensive cars where it's done ad absurdum. Good materials are ok to a degree. Everything else imo is just luxury and you will pay for it. Nowadays the interiors even of cheaper cars are ages away from back then. You really have to buy the most basic model of a car to get a crappy interior. Hell even the almost base 2020 i10 i drove a few months ago had a good interior.

[@CarObsession]

@@Enforcer_WJDE You make a fair point, I can't really argue with that. I have a Mk2 SEAT Leon Cupra and the dash is mostly horrid. It's caked in cheap plastics, and you know what? It doesn't really bother me much.

[@eincutr]

@@CarObsession It's mostly about perceived quality and it makes you feel good about yourself, about the car you bought. It sounds/looks/feels good when you look around, it's cosy, it's always nice. People who say they dont like a high quality interior are liars - or they are obsessing about reliability of electronics, maintenance and wear of the materials. Of course i'd love to drive a rolls royce that costs more than my house and feel like I could live in it. But I'd rather have a cheap interior and a more enjoyable car to drive. It's about priorities :)